The Utah Symphony | Utah Opera announced a summer tour featuring seven free performances across various Utah landmarks, including stops in Wellsville, Springville, and Bryce Canyon.
Tour schedule and locations
The 2026 Music Elevated State Tour will span 11 days, showcasing American composers and world-class talent in settings ranging from city parks to canyon vistas. The tour includes scheduled performances on June 30 in Wellsville, July 2 in Springville, July 3 at Capitol Hill, July 4 in Midway, July 7 in Fillmore, July 8 in Cedar City, and July 10 at Bryce Canyon.
Musical program and partnerships
In partnership with America250 Utah, the tour will feature works by composers such as Aaron Copland and John Williams. The program also highlights the organization's history, including Mahler’s Symphony No. 5 and Puccini’s "Quando m’en vo" from La bohème. To honor pioneer heritage, the tour is partnering with the Church History Museum to feature instruments connected to Utah's orchestral traditions.
Lehi's historical incorporation details
While the summer tour celebrates Utah's modern cultural heritage, the city of Lehi maintains a long-standing connection to pioneer history. According to the Lehi Historical Society, Lehi was incorporated on Feb. 5, 1852, making it the sixth city incorporated in the Territory of Utah.
Origins of the Lehi name
The Lehi Historical Society noted that the settlement was originally called Evansville after David Evans, but Evans proposed the name "Lehi" when petitioning the Territorial Legislature for incorporation. The name was chosen as a reference to the prophet Lehi from the Book of Mormon, reflecting the frequent migrations of the early settlers.
