Joe Illick & The NYE Orchestra

The most delightful way to send off the year returns with Joe Illick and The New Year’s Eve Orchestra. Santa Fe’s beloved Joe Illick fills the stage with esteemed musicians and choral singers. The 2025 annual concert features Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 and the renowned violinist Augustin Hadelich, who will be the soloist in the Violin Concerto by Samuel Barber.

Augustin Hadelich is one of the great violinists of our time. Known for his phenomenal technique, insightful and persuasive interpretations, and ravishing tone, he tours extensively around the world.

Joe Illick is the Composer-in-Residence and the Music Director Emeritus of Fort Worth Opera. He served as the Artistic Director of Fort Worth Opera from 2017 to 2022, having previously held the position of Music Director and Principal Conductor for fifteen seasons.

Families are encouraged to attend the 1 pm open rehearsal, with general admission tickets just $20 for adults and $5 for kids.