WYPR and Maryland Hall Present:

Classical Music for People with Short Attention Spans featuring the Columbia Orchestra

Saturday, June 27th, 2026 @ 11AM and 1PM

Tickets from $16 to $26

Think classical music isn’t your thing? Think again!

Join us for an engaging and fast-paced concert experience that reimagines the classical music tradition.

Designed for both newcomers and seasoned listeners, Classical Music for People with Short Attention Spans features the Columbia Orchestra performing a lively program of short, diverse works from across the classical repertoire. Each piece is carefully selected to capture attention and stir emotion—without requiring a lengthy commitment.

With thoughtful narration, a touch of humor, and an emphasis on accessibility, this performance is the perfect entry point for those curious about classical music or simply looking for a fresh concert format.

Selections From...

Symphony no. 5 in C minor - L.V. Beethoven (1770 - 1827)

Star Wars Main Theme - John Williams (b. 1932)

Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun - Claude Debussy (1862 - 1918)

Habanera from Carmen Suite no. 2 - Georges Bizet (1838 -1875)

Ride of the Valkyries - Richard Wagner (1813 - 1883)

Can-Can from Orpheus in the Underworld - Jaques Offenbach (1819 - 1880)

Nimrod from Enigma Variations - Edward Elgar (1857 - 1934)

An American in Paris - George Gershwin (1898 - 1937)

Overture from West Side Story -Leonard Bernstein (1918 - 1990)

"Hoe-Down" from Rodeo - Aaron Copland (1900 - 1990)

Finale from The Firebird - Igor Stravinsky (1882 - 1971)

Symphony no. 5 in C minor - L.V. Beethoven (1770 -1827)

Enjoy free bagels and coffee from Call Your Mother Deli, available onsite. First come, first served.