The Symphony performs at four major concerts each season in the Bankhead Theater. The Bankhead opened in 2007; it is part of the Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center. LAS programs from last season back to 2008–09 are available by clicking on the concert dates below.
Note: The programs are pdf documents.
2022–23 Season
For an overview including photos of soloists, etc., see part of the
season brochure (2.9MB pdf),
Season Overview page.
- Holiday Joy December 3, 2022
- Violins of Hope (programs by East Bay Holocaust Education Center) February 5, 6, and 7, 2023
- Kaleidoscopic Color and Spiritual Sound April 1, 2023
- Drama and Fantasy, O’Conor plays Beethoven May 20, 2023
2021–22 Season
Season Overview page.
- Symphonic Sounds of the Season December 4, 2021
- The Brilliance of Youth February 12, 2022
- Vibrant Voices April 23, 2022
- Building a New World June 4, 2022
2020–21 Season was cancelled due to health concerns during the Covid-19 pandemic
2019–20 Season
For an overview including photos of soloists, etc., see part of the
season brochure (1.7MB pdf),
or see the
2019–20 version of the "Current Season" page; it has links to individual-concert pages.
But note that the season was curtailed due to the COVID-19 pandemic; the April and May 2020 concerts were cancelled.
- Winter Dreams December 7, 2019
- Angels and Demons February 22, 2020
2018–19 Season
For an overview including photos of soloists, etc., see part of the
season brochure (5.7MB pdf),
or see the
2018–19 version of the "Current Season" page; it has links to individual-concert pages.
- Joy, Pathos, and Passion December 1, 2018
- Colorful Characters February 23, 2019
- Dramatic Dvořák April 13, 2019
- Classical Contrasts June 1, 2019
2017–18 Season
For an overview including photos of soloists, etc., see part of the
season brochure (5.2MB pdf),
or see the
2017–18 version of the "Current Season" page; it has links to individual-concert pages.
- Musical Heroes December 2, 2017
- Wild Water and Wonder February 24, 2018
- The Human Spirit and the Natural World April 14, 2018
- Romantic Expressions June 2, 2018
2016–17 Season
For an overview including photos of soloists, etc., see part of the
season brochure (1.2MB pdf),
or see the
2016–17 version of the "Current Season" page; it has links to individual-concert pages.
- A Heavenly Life December 3, 2016
- Inspirational Journeys February 18, 2017
- Transfigurations April 8, 2017
- Arabian Nights May 20, 2017
2015–16 Season
For an overview including photos of soloists, etc., see part of the
season brochure (2.1MB pdf),
or see the
2015–16 version of the "Current Season" page; it has links to individual-concert pages.
- Symphony Storytime & Surprises December 5, 2015 afternoon free family concert
- Symphonic Stories December 5, 2015 evening
- Color and Romance February 20, 2016
- Dvořák Cello Concerto April 9, 2016
- A Tale of Two Cities May 21, 2016
2014–15 Season
For an overview including photos of soloists, etc., see part of the
season brochure (1.2MB pdf),
or see the
2014–15 version of the "Current Season" page; it has links to individual-concert pages.
- Musical Masterpieces December 6, 2014
- Young Love February 21, 2015
- Fantastic Flute! April 11, 2015
- Beethoven and the Red Violin May 16, 2015
2013–14 Season
Photos from the May concert: See
Art Barnes with the orchestra and the Stanford Band.
(The May 2014 program insert has no mention of the band and its surprise appearance to kick off the concert!)
For an overview including photos of soloists, etc., see part of the
season brochure (1.1MB pdf,
or see the
2013–14 version of the "Current Season" page; it has links to individual-concert pages.
- Gems from the Past and Present December 7, 2013
- American Idols February 22, 2014
- A Potpourri of Favorites April 5, 2014
- Five Dedicated Decades May 17, 2014
2012–13 Season
50th season! Have a look at our
50th-season page for highlights.
Asilomar retreat: Even the weather was excellent at the 50th Season Celebration Retreat (April 19–21). See photos and read comments about
the 50th-season retreat at Asilomar.
For an overview including photos of soloists, etc., see part of the
season brochure (807K pdf)
[Changed since publication: Asilomar dates (to April 19–21, 2013),
April concert program (included String Symphony No. 10, not No. 1, and a Schuurman piece, but no Higdon).]
or see the
2012–13 version of the "Current Season" page; it has links to individual-concert pages.
- Celebrating 50 Seasons December 1, 2012
- Vienna Bonbon and Russian Drama February 23, 2013
- Guest Conductor: Dawn Harms April 6, 2013
- Ode to a Joyous 50th Season May 18, 2013
2011–12 Season
For an overview including photos of soloists, etc., see part of the
season brochure (264K pdf)
[Changed since publication: 12/3/11 pianist, 3/24/12 Wagner overture.],
or see the
2011–12 version of the "Current Season" page; it has links to individual-concert pages.
- Beethoven, Wagner, and Sibelius December 3, 2011
- Something for Everyone February 11, 2012
- Home from NY: Laura Hamilton March 24, 2012
- Guest Maestro: Lara Webber May 12, 2012
2010–11 Season
For an overview including photos of soloists, etc., see part of the
season brochure (108K pdf),
or see the
2010–11 version of the "Current Season" page; it has links to individual-concert pages.
- Three Cheers for Beethoven! December 4, 2010
- A Musical Panorama—Plus Young Musicians February 12, 2011
- Brahms's 4th and Joe Bonfiglio March 26, 2011
- Holst’s Planets and Dale Wolford May 14, 2011
2009–10 Season
See part of the
season brochure (132K pdf).
- Hits from Four Centuries December 5, 2009
- Youth and Adventure February 13, 2010
- Enigma, Romance, and Scandal March 27, 2010
- Strings, Tuba, and Mahler May 15, 2010
2008–09 Season
See part of the
season brochure (604K pdf).
- Celebrating Mendelssohn at 200 December 6, 2008
- Winter Landscape, Summer Romance February 14, 2009
- From Spanish Gypsies to Danish Kings March 28, 2009
- Along the Rhine May 16, 2009