Pops Series
Led by Maestro Bob Bernhardt, the Pops Series brings beloved hits and fresh surprises to the stage, blending nostalgia with contemporary flair.
The 2025-2026 Pops Series
Sponsored by Frank & Paula Harshaw
A thrilling four-concert series blending rock, pop, and symphonic storytelling led by the LO’s sensational Principal Pops Conductor, Bob Bernhardt. With legendary artists, innovative new formats, and unforgettable performances, this is a Pops season like never before. Ben Folds kicks things off with his signature mix of sharp lyricism and dynamic piano, while Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony offers a multimedia journey through her greatest hits. Clouds in My Coffee celebrates the timeless music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King, and Carly Simon with lush orchestral arrangements, and rock legend Stewart Copeland reinvents the music of The Police in his electrifying Police Deranged concert.
Current showings in the Pops series:
Friday, Sep. 05, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Ben Folds
Ben Folds returns to Louisville for a one-night-only performance with the Louisville Orchestra and your Principal Pops Conductor, Bob Bernhardt.
Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs In Symphony
A multimedia experience featuring Dolly on screen, leading audiences in a visual-musical journey of her songs, her life, and her stories featuring songs like “Jolene,” “Coat of Many Colors,” and “I Will Always Love You.”
Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Clouds in my Coffee: Music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King & Carly Simon
Hits like "Both Sides Now", "You’ve Got a Friend", "You’re So Vain", and more, this concert celebrates the artistry of Joni Mitchell, Carole King, and Carly Simon.
Friday, Apr. 17, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Stewart Copeland: Police Deranged
Stewart Copeland joins the LO on drums with orchestral arrangements of The Police’s biggest hits including "Roxanne", "Don’t Stand To Close To Me" and "Message in a Bottle."
Special thanks to our series sponsor,
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