Symphony Pops: The Paul Simon Songbook

The 2024-25 Pops Series concludes with a nostalgic journey through the iconic works of the legendary singer-songwriter Paul Simon. Featuring Simon’s unique artistry as a songwriter from his years with Simon and Garfunkel through his solo albums Graceland and Rhythm of the Saints, the performance will be orchestrated by Jeff Tyzik and highlighted by three solo vocalists – Paul Loren, Emily Drennan, and Daniel Berryman. It will include many of Simon’s greatest hits, including “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard,” “Mrs. Robinson,” “The Sound of Silence,” and “50 Ways to Leave Your Lover.”

To be conducted by the new Pops Conductor to be announced this spring.

Paul Loren

Leading a new generation of soulful crooners, Paul Loren is a singer, songwriter, producer, and consummate entertainer.

Emily Drennan

Emily Drennan is a published ASCAP and Recording Academy (Grammy®) producer, lyricist, composer, and recording artist.

Daniel Berryman

Most recently appearing with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, celebrating 100 years of the MUNY under the direction of Ben Whitely, Daniel Berryman has performed in New York’s Call Me Madame, Sweeney Todd, The Golden Apple, and The Fantasticks. He also has performed in the national tours of Les Misérables and The Sound of Music, as well as the regional tours of Sweeney Todd, Hello, Dolly!, The Most Happy Fella, and Rent.