Event
The Paul Simon Songbook
Naples Philharmonic Pops
Naples Philharmonic
Stuart Chafetz, conductor
Emily Drennan, vocalist
Daniel Berryman, vocalist
Paul Loren, vocalist
Celebrate the iconic music of Paul Simon in a Naples Philharmonic Pops program led by guest conductor Stuart Chafetz and featuring three versatile vocalists. With a career spanning six decades, Simon’s catalog blends folk, pop, rock and world music into a distinctive voice that helped define American songwriting.
This program highlights the full breadth of Simon’s artistry — from the poetic intimacy of The Sound of Silence and Bridge Over Troubled Water to the infectious grooves of Graceland and The Rhythm of the Saints. With rich symphonic arrangements and heartfelt vocals by Paul Loren, Emily Drennan and Daniel Berryman, the performance offers a powerful tribute to Simon’s enduring influence and unforgettable sound.
Music and Museum
Tickets to this performance include same-day admission to The Baker Museum. Museum hours on day of performance: 10am-7:30pm. In addition, the doors to Hayes Hall will open 60 minutes prior to this performance. Arrive early to enjoy the exhibitions and light fare available at Heidi's Place.
The Naples Philharmonic Pops series is generously endowed by Mike and Anne Armstrong.
Naples Philharmonic
Naples Philharmonic
Founded in 1982, the Naples Philharmonic normally performs over 140 orchestral and chamber concerts, as well as opera and ballet, education, community and special event concerts from September through June each year.
Meet the Musicians
Alexander Shelley
Artistic and Music Director Meet Alexander
Jack Everly
Principal Pops Conductor Meet Jack
James Ehnes
Artistic Partner Meet James
Manuel López-Gómez
Associate Conductor Meet Manuel
Stuart Chafetz
Stuart Chafetz
Stuart Chafetz is the principal pops conductor of the Columbus Symphony and principal pops conductor of the Chautauqua and Marin Symphonies. Chafetz, a conductor celebrated for his dynamic and engaging podium presence, is increasingly in demand with orchestras across the continent. He enjoys a special relationship with the Phoenix Symphony, where he leads multiple programs annually.
Chafetz has had the privilege to work with renowned artists including Ne-Yo, Ben Folds, Natalie Merchant, Leslie Odom Jr., En Vogue, Kenny G, David Foster and Katharine McPhee, Chris Botti, Michael Bolton, The Chieftains, John Denver, Marvin Hamlisch, Thomas Hampson, Bernadette Peters and many others.
He previously held posts as resident conductor of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and associate conductor of the Louisville Orchestra. As principal timpanist of the Honolulu Symphony for 20 years, Chafetz would also conduct the annual Nutcracker performances with Ballet Hawaii and principals from the American Ballet Theatre. It was during this time that Chafetz led numerous concerts with the Maui Symphony and Pops.
