West Michigan Symphony
Side-by-Side
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Frauenthal Center, Muskegon, Michigan
Do you play an instrument? Would you like to perform on stage with a professional orchestra?
Are you 18 and older?
Spend the day with us! Rehearse, meet West Michigan Symphony musicians,
work with Music Director Scott Speck, and help us host our 2nd Side-by-Side Concert.
1. Review the Side by Side Repertoire before you register.
A link to the sheet music will be posted by 2-15-26 to review and determine if you can play the music.
For now please listen to the individual concert pieces listed below.
Julius Fučik: Entry of the Gladiators
Bizet: Carmen Suite 2, movement 2 (Habanera)
Grieg: Peer Gynt Suite 2, movement 1 (Abduction and Ingrid's Lament)
John Williams: Star Wars Suite: Yoda's Theme
John Williams: Star Wars Suite: Imperial March
Mascagni: Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana
Mussorgsky/Ravel: Pictures at an Exhibition: The Great Gate of Kiev
(Encore) Sousa: The Stars and Stripes Forever
If you feel you can play this, then join us!
2. Pay the $65 Registration Fee HERE
3. Complete the Registration Form HERE
You will receive a confirmation email once you register.
Day of Schedule - July 25, 2026 - Frauenthal Theater, Muskegon
10:30am: Welcome
Morning: Sectional rehearsals
Lunch Break
Afternoon: Full orchestra rehearsal
Dinner Break (Provided)
6:30pm: Concert, Frauenthal Theater
