The Miami Symphony Orchestra presents the world premiere of American Promise by Karen LeFrak at Knight Concert Hall, in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Led by Maestro Eduardo Marturet, the program also features a vibrant mix of classic and contemporary American works, reflecting the spirit and diversity of American music.

As part of the 250th Anniversary celebration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the National Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet will perform Karen LeFrak’s “Five of Brass” at George Washington's Mount Vernon. LeFrak’s composition showcases the expressive power of the brass, offering a tribute to America’s ideals and the spirit of freedom.

In recognition of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the National Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet will present Karen LeFrak’s Five of Brass at the Millennium Stage at the Kennedy Center. Highlighting the bold colors and versatility of the brass ensemble, the work reflects themes of freedom, resilience, and the enduring ideals at the heart of the American experience.

Karen LeFrak’s Miami Guitar Concerto is featured with the Las Vegas Philharmonic, performed by GRAMMY-winning guitarist Sharon Isbin and conducted by Tamara Dworetz, alongside classical favorites at The Smith Center.

The Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra presents Miami Concerto for Guitar and Orchestra by Karen LeFrak, featuring GRAMMY-winning guitarist Sharon Isbin. Conducted by Matthew Kraemer.

GRAMMY-winning guitarist Sharon Isbin and conductor Elizabeth Schulze present the Miami Concerto for Guitar and Chamber Orchestra at the Aspen Music Festival, along with two other chamber works by LeFrak: Habanera Nights and Urban Tango.

GRAMMY-winning guitarist Sharon Isbin headlines the 2025 Vancouver USA Arts and Music Festival with the Northwest premiere of Karen LeFrak’s Miami Concerto for Guitar and Orchestra.

The Festival’s cherished free Family Concert program features Karen LeFrak‘s delightful Sleepover at the Museum, an accessible and charming story for audiences of all ages.

The Miami Symphony Orchestra performs Karen LeFrak’s full-orchestra version of Glory, originally composed for brass and percussion.

Sleepover at the Museum conducted by Helen Martell.

Sleepover at the Museum conducted by Helen Martell.

The NSO presents an evening of timeless favorites by Beethoven, Strauss, and Copland—paired with vibrant dance rhythms inspired by tango, Andean folk, Argentinian ballet, and African American juba! This community celebration also features Karen LeFrak’s “SPACE” and Kennedy Center Composer-in-Residence Carlos Simon’s fiery tribute to Beethoven, Fate Now Conquers. Conducted by Steven Reineke, with mezzo soprano Marquita Cooper as the soloist.

Timeless grace and modern brilliance in one enchanting evening.

Space (DEA)
Choreography: Maria Konrad
Music: Karen LeFrak 
Dancers: Jolie Rose Lombardo and Yaroslav Khudych

Timeless grace and modern brilliance in one enchanting evening.

Space (DEA)
Choreography: Maria Konrad
Music: Karen LeFrak 
Dancers: Jolie Rose Lombardo and Yaroslav Khudych

Sharon Isbin, guitar
Forrest Eimold, piano
Jeffrey Ziegler, cello
Javier Diaz, Mariana Rodriguez, Rolando Morales and Victor Pablo García-Gaetán, percussion
Orchestra of St. Luke’s
Elizabeth Askren, conductor

Composer Portrait: program featuring works for solo piano, chamber ensemble, and the New York Premiere of the Miami Guitar Concerto. Featuring performances by Sharon Isbin, Forrest Eimold, Jeffrey Zeigler, Javier Diaz, Mariana Rodriguez, Rolando Morales, Victor Pablo García-Gaetán, and the Orchestra of St. Luke’s.

More information and tickets here.

Sleepover at the Museum

Sleepover at the Museum (Sensory-friendly performance)

Chamber music by Karen LeFrak alongside works by Mozart, Brahms, Rachmaninov, Bloch, Boulanger, von Vecsey, Ernst, Wieniawski, and Piazzola