Carmina Burana: Under the Open Sky
I Cantori di Carmel at the Quarry Amphitheater

Forget everything you think you know about classical music. Join I Cantori di Carmel and Music Director Daniel Henriks at the stunning Quarry Amphitheater in Santa Cruz for an evening of raw power and cinematic wonder. Featuring over 130 musicians, Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana is a bucket list musical experience set within the dramatic stone walls and soaring redwoods of this iconic outdoor venue.

Why You Can’t Miss This

The Music You Already Love: Even if you have never stepped foot in a symphony hall, you will recognize the pulse-pounding "O Fortuna." Heard in countless movies, commercials, and sports anthems, hearing it live with an intense choir and orchestra is a physical experience you have to feel to believe.

A Masterpiece Made in the Central Coast: While Carmina Burana is performed on the world's biggest stages, this production is rooted in our own community. Our ensemble will lead the performance alongside world class soloists Ashley Fabian, Chris Mosz, and Ethan Vincent, with a special debut by our youth chorus, I Cantorini.

A Natural Acoustic Wonder: The Quarry Amphitheater provides a majestic, immersive backdrop that perfectly matches the scale of Orff's music. The combination of the intense choral sound and the rugged beauty of the quarry creates an atmosphere that is both epic and intimate.

Plan Your Evening

Performance Date:

Friday, June 5 at 7:30 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM)

Tickets for Everyone

General Admission: $57

Young Adults (Under 30), Students, Teachers, UCSC Staff and Military: $21

UCSC Students and Children (Under 12): $10

Secure your spot in the Quarry at icantori.org

Pro-Tips for the Quarry Amphitheater

Check the Weather: Coastal evenings can be cool, so we recommend dressing in comfortable layers to enjoy the performance as the sun sets over the amphitheater.

Seating: General Admission seating allows you to find your own perfect vantage point within the stone tiers. Arrive early to get settled before the first notes of "O Fortuna" begin.

Explore the Venue: The walk into the Quarry is part of the experience. Give yourself a few extra minutes to enjoy the stroll through the redwoods as you approach the stage.