2026 Concert Preview
Gallop to Glory
Saturday, September 19, 2026 • 6:00 p.m.
Kentlands Clubhouse Lawn
Rain Date: Sunday, September 20
Free Admission • Livestream Available
Welcome to Gallop to Glory
Celebrate adventure, heroism, and triumph as Musica Viva Kentlands presents Gallop to Glory, our annual free outdoor orchestral concert honoring America’s 250th birthday.
Under the direction of Music Director Maestro Simeone Tartaglione, this year’s performance features a full professional orchestra, internationally acclaimed violin soloist Alessandra Cuffaro, and an inspiring program of beloved orchestral masterpieces. Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket and enjoy exceptional live orchestral music in one of the region’s most welcoming outdoor settings.
Concert Information
Date - Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time - 6:00 p.m.
Location - Kentlands Clubhouse Lawn
Rain Date - Sunday, September 20
Admission - Free
Livestream - Coming soon. A viewing link will be posted closer to the concert.
2026 Concert Program
Program Highlights
This year’s program celebrates adventure, heroism, and triumph in honor of America’s 250th birthday through some of classical music’s most exciting and beloved orchestral works.
Featured selections include:
Adventure
Rossini — William Tell Overture
Suppé — Light Cavalry Overture
Heroism
Wagner — Ride of the Valkyries
Triumph
Dvořák — Symphony No. 8
Virtuosity
Sarasate — Zapateado
Performed by internationally acclaimed violin soloist Alessandra Cuffaro. The same work she performed at Musica Viva’s inaugural concert nearly a decade ago.
Reflection
Mascagni — Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana
Encore
Leroy Anderson — Home Stretch
Additional selections include the National Anthem and other concert traditions.
Digital Concert Program
Available approximately two weeks before the concert.
Meet This Year’s Featured Artists
Maestro Simeone Tartaglione
Music Director & Conductor
Music Director Maestro Simeone Tartaglione founded Musica Viva Kentlands nearly a decade ago with a vision of making professional live orchestral music welcoming and accessible to everyone. An accomplished conductor, educator, and internationally respected musician, his career has taken him to concert halls and festivals throughout the United States and Europe, including a recent appearance conducting at Carnegie Hall as part of the New York Symphonic Invitational. Under his artistic leadership, Musica Viva has become one of the region’s most anticipated annual cultural traditions, bringing professional musicians together each September for a free outdoor concert enjoyed by audiences of all ages.
Alessandra Cuffaro
Internationally Acclaimed Violin Soloist
Internationally acclaimed violinist Alessandra Cuffaro has captivated Musica Viva audiences since the organization’s inaugural concert nearly a decade ago. Recognized for her technical brilliance and expressive artistry, she performs regularly as a soloist and chamber musician throughout the United States and Europe. Earlier this year she appeared at Carnegie Hall with the New York Chamber Players Orchestra, performing a concerto by renowned Italian composer Franco Mannino in tribute to her late mentor and friend. This year’s concert marks a meaningful return as she performs Zapateado, the same work she performed at Musica Viva’s very first concert.
Behind the Music
From Carnegie Hall to the Kentlands Clubhouse Lawn
Only months after appearing at Carnegie Hall, Music Director Maestro Simeone Tartaglione and internationally acclaimed violinist Alessandra Cuffaro return to Kentlands to share world-class artistry with our community. Learn more about their remarkable musical journeys, the inspiration behind Musica Viva, and why these internationally recognized artists continue to make this annual concert a priority.
Planning Your Evening
Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket and enjoy an evening of professional live orchestral music under the open sky.
Concert begins promptly at 6:00 p.m.
Rain Date: Sunday, September 20
Free admission
Parking available nearby
Livestream available (link posted closer to the concert)
Support Musica Viva
Musica Viva Kentlands is a volunteer-led, donor-supported program of the Kentlands Community Foundation. Every performance is made possible through the generosity of donors, sponsors, grant partners, and volunteers who believe professional live orchestral music should be accessible to everyone.