Schenectady-Saratoga Symphony Orchestra opens season with Proctors Goldie organ Oct. 25

SCHENECTADY (Oct. 21) — The Schenectady-Saratoga Symphony Orchestra kicks off its 2026-27 season with “Across the Channel, Across the Pond” 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, on the MainStage at Proctors. The concert celebrates the start of a new symphony season and Proctors 100th anniversary with the return of guest artists, an orchestral premiere, and the powerful sounds of the theatre’s recently refurbished Mighty Wurlitzer theatre organ Goldie.

Under the direction of Artistic Director Glen Cortese, the concert takes audiences on a musical journey across continents and cultures, featuring works by composer Marc Migó and Camille Saint-Saëns.

SSSO welcomes back pianists Philip Edward Fisher and Lisa Leonard, who join narrator Annie Dutoit for the orchestral premiere of Migó’s “Carnival de las Indias.” Inspired by the cultural connections between Spain and the Americas, the new composition explores the musical traditions and influences shared across the Atlantic.

The program also features Saint-Saëns’ Symphony No. 3, known as the “Organ Symphony,” with expert organist Carl Hackert at the console of Proctors beloved Goldie organ. Recently refurbished, the historic instrument will take center stage as its rich, powerful sound joins the full orchestra for one of classical music’s most celebrated symphonic works.

The season opener is part of SSSO’s “Symphony of Stories” season and helps launch the celebration of Proctors centennial, honoring a century of live entertainment, music, and community in downtown Schenectady.

Composer Marc Migó is available for media interviews ahead of the performance to discuss the world premiere of “Carnival de las Indias,” the inspiration behind the piece, and its musical connections between Spain and the Americas.

Tickets are available through the Box Office at Proctors in person, by phone at (518) 346-6204 Tuesday-Saturday 12-6 p.m., or online at sssony.org. Groups of 10 or more can get the group advantage by calling (518) 382-3884, ext. 139.

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