La Porte, February 17, 2026 - The La Porte County Symphony Orchestra is pleased to present the third concert of its 53rd season on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 3:00 pm at the Holdcraft Performing Arts Center at 1200 Spring Street in Michigan City. The program, titled "The New World", continues the season's theme of celebrating the birth of the nation 250 years ago with the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

The concert reflects on the themes of America’s struggles and triumphs as a young nation. Opening with Charles Ives’ Variations on "America", the program then shifts to focus on American's 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. Aaron Copland’s Lincoln Portrait, narrated by Art on the Air host Larry Brechner, and modern composer Stella Sung’s Lincoln’s Battle give two perspectives on the great man who led America through the Civil War. Closing the concert will be Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, or New World Symphony, which Dvořák wrote during his brief, but significant time spent in New York City and inspired by African American spirituals and Native American traditions.

Tickets can be purchased by clicking the button below. Adult $26, Senior $23, Students with ID and Children FREE, Seating is general admission, and doors open at 6:00 pm. An instrument petting zoo, sponsored by Quinlan & Fabish, will be available in the lobby during the pre-concert hour. Questions? Call the LCSO office at 219.362.9020.

About the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra
The La Porte County Symphony Orchestra is a cornerstone of the vibrant arts landscape in Northwest Indiana. The orchestra serves the 110,000 residents of La Porte County and regions beyond, including Southwest Michigan. Now in its 53rd season, the LCSO has grown from a small community orchestra into a dynamic, professional organization of 60 musicians serving audiences from seven counties. Each year, the orchestra presents four subscription concerts, in addition to the Hoosier Star and Holiday at the Pops concerts. The LCSO's music education programming includes the annual Drayton Family Children's Education Concerts, which serve over 5,000 students each year, in addition to a Student Apprentice Program for high school musicians and numerous collaborations with area schools.