Don Juan & Stories in Sound

The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, under conductor Jonathon Heyward, brings an evening of vivid orchestral storytelling to the Music Center at Strathmore. The program leads with Richard Strauss's electrifying tone poem *Don Juan*, a virtuosic showcase of orchestral color and energy. The concert then turns to Maurice Ravel's *Shéhérazade*, with mezzo-soprano Fleur Barron taking on the role of a legendary storyteller who stays alive by spinning tales full of suspense and wonder. In the second half, the orchestra performs Hector Berlioz's *Harold in Italy*, featuring BSO Principal Viola Lisa Steltenpohl as the soloist, completing a program centered on escape into great stories and vivid musical imagery. The performance is scheduled for Friday evening, November 6, 2026, at the Music Center at Strathmore in the Washington, D.C. suburbs.

When: Friday, November 6, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET.

Showtimes: 8:00 PM; no additional performance times are listed in the provided information.

Venue: Music Center at Strathmore, North Bethesda / Garrett Park, Maryland.

Performer: Baltimore Symphony Orchestra.

Conductor: Jonathon Heyward.

Featured Soloists: Fleur Barron, mezzo-soprano; Lisa Steltenpohl, BSO Principal Viola.

Program: Strauss – *Don Juan*; Ravel – *Shéhérazade*; Berlioz – *Harold in Italy*.

Run time: Not specified in the available details.

Ages: No age restriction is listed; check with the venue for current policy.

Tickets: Price not available; tickets may be purchased through Strathmore and authorized resale partners, with some listings offering buyer guarantees.

Note: The event is presented as part of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra's season at Strathmore; parking, accessibility, and other venue logistics should be confirmed directly with the Music Center at Strathmore.