The 2026 Season kickoff features a no-holds-barred celebration of two piano-rock legends. Jeans ’n Classics joins the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra for a hit-packed night of Billy Joel and Elton John favorites—from Scenes from an Italian Restaurant to Tiny Dancer and Bennie and the Jets, audiences can expect big hooks and even bigger choruses. With a crowd that’s bound to know every word—this will be quite a way to kick off the season. Learn more about Jeans 'n Classics here.
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On concert days, blankets can be put down on the lawn unattended starting at 3 PM. The street will open at 5 PM and the concert begins at 7 PM. Attendees are invited to sample the many food vendors at Concerts on the Square each week. A full list of vendors is coming soon. For more information please visit our frequently asked questions page.
The decision to continue or cancel a concert due to weather conditions will be made at 3 PM on concert days. The official announcement will be made on wcoconcerts.org and on the WCO’s Facebook and Instagram pages. An email will also be sent to WCO subscribers. If the concert is postponed at that time, it will be held the following day at 7 PM. If the concert is not postponed by 3 PM but is subsequently canceled due to poor weather conditions, that week’s concert will not be held or may be cut short.
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Peter Brennan's Jeans 'n Classics has been a transformative force in orchestral music for over 30 years. By blending world-class rock musicians with symphonies, the ensemble has revolutionized the orchestral experience, helping orchestras reach a wider and more diverse audience. Jeans 'n Classics' innovative approach has engaged listeners across generations, from 25 to 85 years old, breathing new life into symphonic performances. Read Jeans 'n Classics' full bio here.
Billy Joel
Movin’ Out (Anthony’s Song)
Say Good Bye To Hollywood
She's Always A Woman
My Life
Still Rock N Roll To Me
Baby Grand
Scenes From An Italian Restaurant
Just The Way You Are
You May Be Right
Elton John
Take Me To The Pilot
Bennie And The Jets
I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Blues
Daniel / Rocket Man
Philadelphia Freedom
Your Song
Crocodile Rock
Tiny Dancer
Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me
