Side-by-Side — Naples Philharmonic and the Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra

Event Side-by-Side Naples Philharmonic Special Performance Naples Philharmonic Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Manuel López-Gómez , associate conductor Programming to be announced. The Naples Philharmonic and Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra join forces under the baton of Associate Conductor Manuel López-Gómez to present one of the most spectacular performances of the season. Featuring this year's prizewinner from the 2026-27 Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Concerto Competition, performing the piece that earned their prize, the program culminates with an incredible side-by-side performance by the nearly 100-musician combined ensemble — a true testament to the talent of the students of the youth orchestra and a thrilling experience for the musicians onstage and audience alike. The Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra is generously endowed by the Schoen Family Foundation. This performance is generously sponsored by Jim and Lyn Ackroyd, R. Kerry and Norah Clark, Kevin S. and Sandra E. Delbridge, Robert T. and Terry Edwards, Cathie and Ed Galante, Sarah and Steve Jackson, Edward and Kathleen Ludwig, Maureen and James Marino, Jackie Bennett Murray, Michael and Cynthia Scholl, The Watkins Family Foundation, and Ann and Steve Yanez. --> Tickets start at $15.