Spirit of the Season
Friday December 4
Saturday December 5
Sunday December 6
FRI - 7:00 PM | Doors 6:00 PM
SAT - 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM | Doors 1:00 PM & 6:00 PM
SUN - 2:00 PM | Doors 1:00 PM
Celebrate the season with Spirit of the Season: Hometown Holidays, a festive concert that shines a spotlight on the extraordinary talent of the Biggest Little City.
This one-of-a-kind variety show brings together musicians, vocalists, and special guest artists from right here in our community, all sharing the stage with the Reno Phil Orchestra and Chorus for an evening that feels both spectacular and deeply personal. From beloved holiday classics to surprising performances that reflect Reno’s creative spirit, each moment will be warm, joyful, and full of hometown pride. This family-friendly concert captures the heart of the holidays through the voices and artistry of our own community. Whether you’re starting a new holiday tradition or continuing a favorite one, Spirit of the Season is the perfect way to come together, celebrate our local talent, and welcome the season with music, laughter, and connection.
Sponsorships Available, contact Lauren Gibbs at lauren@renophil.com.
Tickets on Sale Thursday,
September 24 at 10:00 AM
Jason Altieri, Conductor
Jason Altieri is the current Associate Conductor for the Reno Philharmonic and Music Director of the Atlanta Pops Orchestra in Atlanta, Georgia. Prior to his work in Reno and Atlanta, was the Music Director of the New Sigmund Romberg Orchestra and the Hollywood Film Orchestra. Having led New Sigmund Romberg Orchestra on 7 national tours, Jason has the distinction of having conducted in most of the major performing venues in the United States. With the Hollywood Film Orchestra, he led several tours in Mainland China and Japan. Numerous guest-conducting engagements include regular collaborations with the Duluth Superior Symphony in Minnesota, the Santa Fe Symphony, and the New Mexico Philharmonic.
In addition, Jason Altieri is a fierce advocate for young musicians and music education. He is the current Director of Orchestras at the University of Nevada, Reno and Directorship of the Reno Philharmonic Youth Orchestra. Under his leadership, the Reno Philharmonic Youth Orchestra has embarked on numerous performance tours including appearances at Carnegie and Davies Halls. In April of 2017, Dr. Altieri was invited to conduct at Nevada’s Small School All-State Festival. His educational outreach extends nationally as well through numerous clinics with young ensembles all over the country in addition to Faculty appointments at the Interlochen Center for the Arts and the Sewanee Summer Music Center.
A native of Atlanta, Georgia, Jason Altieri received a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education from the University of Georgia. He then went on to get advanced degrees in conducting from Michigan State University.
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Parking
Patrons have several options for parking near the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts. We recommend the following:
Metered parking (pay Monday-Saturday 9am – 6pm; free evenings after 6pm and on Sundays)
The open parking lot across from the Washoe County Court House (free on evenings and weekends). The entrance is located on Court St, between Virginia and Sierra St.
The parking lot attached to Nevada State Bank (ONLY available free in the evenings and on weekends)
Directions
Directions from I-580 via Mill Street
Take exit 66 for Mill St.
-395 Northbound: exit 66 and turn left at Mill St.
-395 Southbound: exit 66 and turn right at Mill St.
Follow Mill St. about 1.5 miles
Turn left on Lake St.
Turn right on Court St.
The Pioneer Center will be on your right
Directions from I-80 via Virginia Street
Take exit 13 for Downtown Reno/Virginia St.
-I-80 Eastbound: exit 13 and turn right at N. Virginia St.
-I-80 Westbound: exit 13 and turn left at N. Virginia St.
Follow Virginia St. about 1 mile (cross the Truckee River).
The Pioneer Center will be on your left
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The Reno Phil’s community partners donate rooms for out of town musicians, food for events and many other needs. Without their generosity, we would not be able to provide the community with world-class, innovative music performances. We greatly appreciate their contribution to the performing arts, as well as helping keep the costs of concerts reasonable for our ticket buyers. If you’re coming from out of town and plan to stay in Reno after the concert, please consider reserving a room with one of our hotel partners.
We hear from our partners that enjoying a good meal makes our concerts sound better. You should test that theory and let us know! Please consider dining with one of these supporting restaurants before or after a concert. And say thanks for us, too.
Dining
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