…this is A D A S T R A
2025-2026 Season Performances
A COSMIC CADENCE
A Cosmic Cadence bursts with energy, passion, and the unmistakable spirit of Kansas City.
Performed by the dedicated young musicians of Ad Astra Youth Orchestra Kansas City, this concert will showcase the hard work, commitment, and heart each student brings to the stage. This is more than a concert—it’s a celebration of who we are.
OUR CITY. OUR SOUND. OUR HEART.
-Apollo Orchestra
Russ Pieken, Conductor
-Gemini Orchestra
Sheri Cain & Lauren Martens, Conductors
-Aurora Orchestra
Madeline Smith, Conductor
-The Cellonauts
Matthew Imber, Conductor
-Destiny Mermagen
Guest Violin Soloist
-Michael Mermagen
Guest Cello Soloist
Sunday, May 3, 2026
3 pm
Yardley Hall at the Midwest Trust Center
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS
Start Spreading The News!
Members of Apollo & Gemini Orchestras are headed to NYC.
Join us as we perform just one more time in KC before we TAKE OFF for Times Square!
Thursday, June 11, 2026
7 pm
Atonement Lutheran Church
Overland Park, KS
Carnegie Hall
In a season of firsts, we keep 'em coming! Ad Astra boldly and proudly takes the stage at Carnegie Hall for the very first time.
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
7 pm
Isaac Stern Auditorium at
Carnegie Hall
New York, NY