PEORIA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ANNOUNCES PERFORMANCE OF “LIV’N IT UP WITH LIV WARFIELD”
For Immediate Release:
April 6th, 2026
R&B Meets Classical In This Thrilling Superstar Performance
PEORIA, IL – The Peoria Symphony Orchestra is thrilled to bring their concert, Liv’n It Up with LiV Warfield, presented by Scherer Automotive, to the Prairie Home Alliance Theater at the Peoria Civic Center on April 17th, 2026 at 7:30pm. Peoria natives LiV Warfield and Via Vicary take the stage alongside the PSO, performing favorites from LiV’s albums.
About LiV
LiV Warfield is like no other. She is uniquely her own artist. LiV’s powerful vocals and enormous stage presence are why she has been invited to perform and record with music royalty from Prince to Nancy Wilson of HEART, Nuno Bettencourt, Stevie Wonder, and more. LiV has delivered show-stopping performances on America’s Got Talent receiving the Golden Buzzer from Simon Cowell, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and The Late Show with David Letterman. Before her performances on America’s GotTalent, her previous television performance was on GMA where she performed the title track to her latest album, EDGE.
“This is more than a show for me. It’s a feeling. Me and the band and the Peoria Symphony Orchestra are bringing something alive. Where music, art, and energy all move together, free and in the moment. It’s literally a full body experience. Peoria, under the stars… I want you to walk in and feel at home, like you can exhale…but also feel inspired, like you’re discovering something in yourself you didn’t even know was there. The love in the room, the musicianship, the connection it’s all real and it’s all elevated. This is the kind of night you don’t just come to… you carry it with you long after it’s over,” explains LiV Warfield.
Liv’n It Up will showcase an energetic evening of powerhouse vocals from LiV and Via. Under the direction of Maestro George Stelluto, audience members will hear songs from LiV’s albums “Edge” and “Unexpected,” and orchestral works by Glinka, Tower, Sibelius, and Ravel. The Peoria Symphony Orchestra invites attendees of all ages to experience this unforgettable concert filled with Peoria talent.
Maestro Stelluto exclaims, “I am so looking forward to Liv’n It Up with Peoria’s own LiV Warfield! She is a creative force to be reckoned with! And that reckoning will be Peoria’s joy, as we celebrate her and her music. And I’m very happy her friend Via Vicary, another rising Peoria singer, will be joining us!”
About Via
With a voice that blends soul, power, and versatility, Via has the ability to tackle any genre effortlessly. Her sound has drawn comparisons to powerhouse vocalists like Renee Rapp, Amy Winehouse, and Yebba, but Via’s artistry is uniquely her own, showcasing her ability to create music that resonates deeply with listeners.
Her award-winning vocals are matched by a warm, magnetic presence that draws people in. With a personality as captivating as her voice, Via Vicary is the kind of artist—and person—everyone wants to be around.
Ticket Information
Tickets start at $34 for Adults. Students can attend for just $15—and Bradley and ICC Student Tickets are $10 thanks to our Student Ambassador Program. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit peoriasymphony.org/purchase-tickets or call 309-671-1096.
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About Peoria Symphony Orchestra
Founded in 1897, the Peoria Symphony Orchestra (PSO) is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, not-for-profit organization whose mission is to entertain, educate, and inspire through music. The PSO presents excellent live musical performances, innovative music education programs, and engaging community outreach efforts, which significantly impact the cultural and economic vitality of Central Illinois.
For media inquires or more information
Ashley Hade, Marketing and Communications, Peoria Symphony Orchestra.
Email: ashley@peoriasymphony.org // Direct line: 309-465-1563
