Symphony by the Sea: The Heavenly Life

Symphony by the Sea opens its 45th season with “The Heavenly Life,” a performance of Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 4. The work traces a journey from earthly existence toward heavenly bliss, imagining paradise through a child’s eyes with sleigh bells, radiant melodies, and a closing song celebrating the joys of heaven.

Soprano Sara Heaton, a member of the Metropolitan Opera Chorus, appears as guest soloist, and Maestro Donald Palma conducts. Founded in 1981, Symphony by the Sea is a professional orchestra presenting musicians and guest soloists north of Boston.

When: Sunday, November 8, 2026

Venue: The Cabot Theater

Doors: 2:00 p.m.

Showtime: 3:00 p.m.

Program: Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 4, “The Heavenly Life”

Soloist: Soprano Sara Heaton

Conductor: Maestro Donald Palma

Tickets: $25.25–$59.00