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National Symphony Orchestra

A Peacock Among Pigeons:
Celebrating 50 Years of Pride

Concert Hall

As Washington, D.C. hosts WorldPride 2025, the NSO proudly presents a concert celebration of love, diversity, and the vibrant spirit of the LGBTQ+ community. Joined by iconic songwriter John Bucchino and special guests, the NSO performs the orchestral premiere of Bucchino’s choral work A Peacock Among Pigeons, along with music by groundbreaking LGBTQ+ artists, allies, and more!

May 21 - 22, 2025

  • Wed. May 21, 2025 8p.m.

  • Thu. May 22, 2025 8p.m.

  • Genre

    Classical Music

  • Season Sponsor

    AARPAARP

Program

Steven Reineke, conductor

As Washington, D.C. hosts WorldPride 2025, the NSO proudly presents a concert celebration of love, diversity, and the vibrant spirit of the LGBTQ+ community. Joined by iconic singer-songwriter John Bucchino and special guests, the NSO performs the orchestral premiere of Bucchino’s choral work A Peacock Among Pigeons, along with music by groundbreaking LGBTQ+ artists, allies, and more!

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