Gershwin, Bernstein & American Mosaic
Gianandrea Noseda, music director of the National Symphony Orchestra, leads a program that celebrates American composers across film, Broadway, and opera. Soprano Renée Fleming joins the orchestra for this evening at Wolf Trap’s Filene Center. The concert begins with Peter Boyer’s *American Mosaic*, a visual-music project pairing his orchestral work with photographs by Joe Sohm from all 50 United States. After that, the program turns to Bernstein’s *West Side Story* Symphonic Dances and the overture from his operetta *Candide*, followed by Gershwin’s jazz-infused *An American in Paris*. This performance is part of Wolf Trap’s America250 series honoring American music.
When: Saturday, August 15, 2026.
Showtimes: 8:00 PM, with gates opening at 6:30 PM.
Venue: Filene Center at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, VA 22182.
Program: Peter Boyer – *American Mosaic*; Leonard Bernstein – *West Side Story* Symphonic Dances; George Gershwin – *An American in Paris*; Leonard Bernstein – *Candide* Overture.
Artists: National Symphony Orchestra conducted by Gianandrea Noseda; Renée Fleming, soprano.
Pre-performance Discussion: At 7:00 PM on the Farmhouse Lawn (left of the main gate), featuring host John Banther (WETA), composer Peter Boyer, and photo historian Joe Sohm.
Gates Open: 6:30 PM.
Tickets: Price not available; tickets can be purchased online. Group discounts are available for parties of 10 or more. Children may attend for free; inquire for details.
Parking: Free but limited. Carpooling encouraged. A shuttle from McLean Metro station is available for $5 roundtrip. Alternate routes recommended due to traffic on Route 267.
Accessibility: ADA parking upon arrival (call 703.255.1820 for questions). Sign language interpretation available with one week notice; CART services require three weeks advance notice. FM loop amplification headsets available at no charge.
Ages: No age restrictions stated; children are welcome with the free ticket program.
Note: The performance is part of Wolf Trap’s America250 series, showcasing music and artists that have shaped American culture.