The Southland Symphony Orchestra (SSO) proudly announces its Season Finale Concert, to be presented on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 4:00 PM in the beautiful sanctuary of Bethel Congregational Church, 536 N. Euclid Avenue, Ontario, California.

This exciting, virtuosic program features world class “Superstar” cellist, Ruslan Biryukov, performing the lush and virtuosic Dvorak Cello Concerto in B minor (the “King” of Cello Concertos)

Featured repertoire also includes:

· The majestic and soaringly melodic Concert Ouverture in D Major by Elfrida Andrée

· The iconic and immortal Symphony No. 4 in E minor by Johannes Brahms.

Audiences can expect an afternoon of energy, musical virtuosity, rich romantic depth and excitement.

The concert will be conducted by Music Director & Conductor Sylvia Lee Mann, whose leadership continues the Southland Symphony Orchestra’s mission of presenting great orchestral music with both artistic excellence and community accessibility.

Tickets are affordably priced at $20 for VIP seating and $10 for General Admission. Children under 12 are free.

The Southland Symphony presented its first concert in Ontario on Sunday, December 11, 2011. The orchestra’s founder and director, Dr. Sylvia Lee Mann, who had recently relocated to the area, saw a need and an opportunity to bring symphonic music to the larger Ontario Community, a community which was already embracing arts and culture. Since that first concert, we have presented many, many full-orchestra concerts for this community, as well as chamber music and educational concerts. We have presented internationally renowned musicians from all over the globe, performing music of the greatest composers in history, and music of great composers still living today.

" Our purpose is to enrich our community by engaging audiences and inspiring a love of music through exciting live symphony performances, innovative programming, and educational outreach." We offer opportunities for the community to experience the very best in music, “right in their own back-yards.” No long drives to downtown Los Angeles, no expensive parking. Arts and music for our community, in our community.

The Southland Symphony Orchestra is a true community orchestra, providing fantastic opportunities for qualified musicians to experience and perform live music at the highest level. We welcome musicians of all ages and from all walks of life: Students and senior citizens, professionals and amateurs: Hobbyist, professional, retired…. All are welcome. We are proud to welcome the many professional musicians who partner with us in our performances, and the many world-class guest artists who have graced our stage.

Musician Auditions: The Southland Symphony holds ongoing auditions for NEW musician members. Interested musicians should contact us immediately for an audition, by calling (909) 235-9776 or emailing: auditions@southlandsymphony.com

The SSO a non-profit organization, and needs your support to continue presenting these world-class quality concerts!

SSO Season Finale with RUSLAN

Saturday May 16, 2026 at 4pm

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