Name: Coffee Concert | Echoes of a Nation
Start: 2026-02-20T11:00:00-06:00
Location: UAB's Alys Stephens Center

Start your morning with a vibrant blend of American spirit and Russian brilliance at the Alabama Symphony Orchestra’s Coffee Concert: Echoes of a Nation.
Led by Music Director Carlos Izcaray, this energizing program opens with Bernstein’s lively Overture to Candide — full of wit, sparkle, and Broadway flair. Acclaimed pianist Asiya Korepanova then joins the orchestra for Tchaikovsky’s iconic Piano Concerto No. 1, a tour-de-force filled with bold drama and unforgettable melodies.
When:
Friday, February 20, 2026 — 11:00 AM
Where:
UAB’s Alys Stephens Center — Jemison Concert Hall
Artists:
• Carlos Izcaray, conductor
• Asiya Korepanova, piano
Program to Include:
• BERNSTEIN – Overture to Candide
• TCHAIKOVSKY – Piano Concerto No. 1
Why Attend?
Enjoy world-class music in a relaxed morning setting with complimentary coffee and a program that promises both brilliance and warmth — perfect for your Friday ritual.