Rady Shell Summer 2025 Opening Night

The San Diego Symphony Orchestra's fifth summer season at The Rady Shell opens with spectacular fanfare as Rafael Payare conducts a program perfectly suited to the waterfront setting, featuring the energetic finale of Ginastera's Estancia dances and trumpet legend Paul Merkelo performing the San Diego premiere of Wynton Marsalis' trumpet concerto. This enchanting evening showcases the magical sounds of Dukas' The Sorcerer's Apprentice alongside Debussy's breathtaking La mer, creating a musical journey from spirited dance rhythms to oceanic beauty that celebrates both the orchestra's artistry and the venue's stunning bayfront location.