A World-Class Prokofiev Program Comes to Boulder

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A World-Class Prokofiev Program Comes to Boulder

The Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra presents a program devoted to the genius of Sergei Prokofiev. The April 25 concert will showcase the composer’s bold emotion, sharp wit, and striking lyricism. The evening opens with the spirited Lieutenant Kijé Suite. Originally composed for film, it’s a satirical tale of a fictional soldier brought to life through playful marches and expressive melodies. In a special collaboration, the Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra is joined by CPR Classical host Kabin Thomas, whose narration weaves story and music across the suite’s five movements.

Acclaimed pianist Stewart Goodyear takes center stage in Piano Concerto No. 3, a virtuosic and high-energy work that blends rhythmic drive with humor. Widely regarded as one of the most technically demanding concertos in the repertoire, it highlights Goodyear’s precision, clarity, and expressive range.

The program concludes with selections from Romeo and Juliet, Prokofiev’s monumental ballet score transformed into a symphonic journey. From the commanding presence of “Montagues and Capulets” to moments of deep intimacy and loss, the music captures the full emotional arc of Shakespeare’s tragedy with remarkable depth and immediacy.

THE BOULDER PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA PRESENTS:

“PROKOFIEV”

Featuring STEWART GOODYEAR, piano

MICHAEL BUTTERMAN, conductor

Saturday, April 25, 2026

Macky Auditorium | Boulder, CO | 7:00 PM

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About the Boulder Philharmonic

Founded in 1957, the Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra is creating a new model for American orchestras through dynamic performances that reflect our community’s own values, creativity, and sense of place. Today, the Boulder Phil reaches audiences of more than 30,000 through concerts, the Discovery Education Program, and community engagement experiences in Boulder and across Colorado’s Front Range, under the vision and leadership of Music Director Michael Butterman.

The Boulder Phil’s main concert series is presented at Macky Auditorium, a grand historic hall on the University of Colorado campus. From multi-genre productions featuring dance, choral, and visual elements to concerts with a unique hometown flavor, the Boulder Phil is committed to excellent programming with a community focus. We value artistry, engagement, innovation, education, inclusion, collaboration, and accessibility.

Recognized as “Boulder’s premier orchestra” (Boulder Weekly) and “Boulder’s superb local professional orchestra” (Daily Camera), the Boulder Phil is comprised of the top freelance musicians from Colorado’s Front Range and beyond. The objectives of the Boulder Phil are to connect people to orchestral music; connect music to the world of ideas; and connect people to one another.

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