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Laura Jackson Conducts Chicago Symphony Orchestra at Ravinia
August 10, 2025
Conductor Laura Jackson leads the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in an all-Tchaikovsky program featuring the Fouth Symphony, Rococo Variations with cello soloist Zlatomir Fung, and 1812 Overture.
Conductor Laura Jackson joins pura musica roster
May 27, 2025
International boutique agency will represent Jackson in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
International management agency pura musica, founded by Wiebke Küster, has added American conductor Laura Jackson to its roster. The agency will represent Maestra Jackson in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Laura Jackson currently serves as Music Director and Conductor of the Reno Phil. She has guided the 56-year-old orchestra since 2009. A frequent guest conductor, she has led distinguished ensembles across the United States, Canada, France, Poland, Czech Republic, Algeria, and China. Currently in her third season as an official mentor to emerging women conductors across the globe in the Taki Alsop Foundation’s Fellowship program, Jackson, with Reno Phil, also partners with the Davidson Institute in Reno Nevada to feature their instrumental fellows in concert.
"Laura Jackson is a highly respected conductor, known for her creativity, passion, and inspiring leadership," said Ms. Küster. "I am delighted to welcome her to the roster."
"Wiebke is a passionate advocate for uniquely talented artists and conductors from across the globe," stated Ms. Jackson. "I am honored to work with her."
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Reno Phil Free Family Concert- Home Means Nevada
Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts • Reno
Free Family Concert
10 AM Activities
11 AM Concert
HOME MEANS NEVADA
Saturday
September 13, 2025
10:00 AM | Activities
11:00 AM | Concert
Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts
Free Family Concert Wiggles welcome!
Explore the great state that we call home – through music! Featuring the beloved state song Home Means Nevada, the playful excitement of The Thrill of the Orchestra, and the toe-tapping energy of Rodeo-Hoedown and Orange Blossom Special, this engaging program is perfect for young listeners. Experience the rich cultural sounds of Nevada with a traditional Paiute Pine Nut Circle Song performed by Michelle McCaule and the dynamic rhythms of Las Chiapanecas. With lively music, interactive moments, and a welcoming atmosphere, this concert is the perfect way to spark a lifelong love of music in kids of all ages!
The concert is 1-hr. No advance ticket reservation is required.
Lobby Activities: Enjoy special activities for children on the plaza and in the concert hall lobbies related to the theme of the concert, including a coloring station, craft station, and more. Activities take place from 10:00 AM - 10:55 AM for 11:00 AM concertgoers.
Reno Phil - Opening Night! - The Classix Series
Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts • Reno
OPENING NIGHT! ON THE PROGRAM
Aaron Copland Fanfare for the Common Man
Florence Price Piano Concerto (in One Movement)
George Gershwin Rhapsody in Blue
Aaron Copland Appalachian Spring: Suite
FEATURING Featuring Michelle Cann, piano
Reno Phil - Opening Night! - The Classix Series
Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts • Reno
OPENING NIGHT! ON THE PROGRAM
Aaron Copland Fanfare for the Common Man
Florence Price Piano Concerto (in One Movement)
George Gershwin Rhapsody in Blue
Aaron Copland Appalachian Spring: Suite
Featuring Michelle Cann, piano