2026 Blossom Music Festival

Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G

Name: Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G
Start: 2026-08-22T23:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-08-22T23:00:00.000Z

Blossom Music Center

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Repertoire & Performing Artists

Debussy

Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun
Ravel

Piano Concerto in G
Debussy

Nocturnes
Ravel

Suite from Mother Goose

Nelson Goerner

Take a trip to France with The Cleveland Orchestra and conductor Antonello Manacorda in this evening of music by Ravel and Debussy. Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G sparkles in a performance by Argentine pianist Nelson Goerner, complemented by the utterly charming Mother Goose Suite. Meanwhile, Debussy’s mystical melodies and harmonies are put on full display in his pathbreaking Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun and the three dreamy Noctures.

Part of the 2026 Blossom Music Festival

Visiting Blossom Music Center

Blossom Music Center

Whether you’re picnicking on the Lawn with family and friends or cozying up to the stage in the rich acoustics of the Pavilion, there’s nothing like summer with The Cleveland Orchestra at Blossom Music Center. Just 25 miles south of Cleveland in the heart of Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Blossom offers an excellent escape, where world-class music meets natural beauty. From unforgettable performances under the stars to relaxing evenings surrounded by the people you love, it’s a summer tradition we’re proud to share.

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Parking is free upon arrival but pre-paid is $15 for guaranteed paved lot spot.

Please have your physical, dated hangtag on display in your vehicle when you arrive — an assistant will direct you to your designated lot.

Don't have a hangtag? Upon your arrival, we’ll help direct you to one of our non-paved lots at no additional charge.
Free Tram Service between parking lots and the Pavilion is available on a continuous basis. A limited number of golf carts are also available (first-come, first-served basis).
Lot A parking is $35 and Paved Lot parking is available for $15. You will receive a dated hangtag in the mail. Subscribers will receive a complimentary Lot B pass when they renew.
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Services at Blossom Music Center

Below is a list of the features and services available for this concert. You may also request assistance in advance of a concert by calling the Ticket Office at 216-231-1111 or create a request using the button below.

Wheelchair-accessible seating with companion seating is available during seat selection
Ramps throughout the venue provide additional access to seating locations
ADA-accessible restrooms are available
Large-print programs are available on classical performance nights
Service animals are welcome
Tram service is available from the parking lots to Gate 32 (lower level of Pavilion) before and after the performance
Golf cart transportation is available from inside Gate A to Gate 38 (lower level of pavilion)

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The Cleveland Orchestra

Antonello Manacorda

Nelson Goerner

The Cleveland Orchestra Youth Chorus

Parking is free upon arrival but pre-paid is $15 for guaranteed paved lot spot.