Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Assembles Elite Musicians for 2025 Festival

The Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival will showcase an extraordinary assemblage of top-tier musicians from across the United States, representing the pinnacle of orchestral talent. Led by Maestro Michael Francis, the 2025 festival will feature concertmasters and principal players from 28 renowned orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, Los Angeles Philharmonic, and Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

The festival represents a unique musical collaboration, bringing together premier musicians who rarely perform together. Over six concerts at two San Diego venues, the orchestra will present a diverse program spanning classical masterworks by Mozart, Beethoven, Stravinsky, and contemporary compositions. Highlights include Vivaldi's The Four Seasons, Beethoven's Symphony No. 7, and a Klezmer Concerto by composer Noah Bendix-Balgley.

This gathering represents more than a musical event; it is a celebration of orchestral excellence and collaborative artistry. By assembling musicians from diverse geographic regions and musical backgrounds, the festival creates a rare opportunity for audiences to experience world-class performances by some of the most skilled instrumentalists in the country.

The performances will take place at the Epstein Family Amphitheater and The Conrad in La Jolla, offering San Diego audiences an exceptional classical music experience. Ticket prices range from $25 to $149, making the festival accessible to a broad spectrum of music enthusiasts.