Cocktails with the Conductor

These free, educational and engaging sessions give audiences the opportunity to learn more about each concert repertoire, the history behind the pieces and composers, and participate in an informal Q&A with Maestro Matt Wardell.

Cocktails with the Conductor: Season Preview
Wednesday August 13, 2025 – 6:00 PM in the NOMA Black Box at the Reilly Arts Center

Cocktails with the Conductor: Opening Night
Wednesday October 15, 2025 – 6:00 PM in the NOMA Black Box at the Reilly Arts Center

Cocktails with the Conductor: Romantic America
Wednesday January 21, 2026 – 6:00 PM in the NOMA Black Box at the Reilly Arts Center

Cocktails with the Conductor: The Orchestra and Film Music
Wednesday February 11, 2026 – 6:00 PM in the NOMA Black Box at the Reilly Arts Center

Cocktails with the Conductor: I Got Rhythm and Closing Night!
Wednesday April 8, 2026 – 6:00 PM in the NOMA Black Box at the Reilly Arts Center