Detroit Symphony Orchestra: Natural Woman

Detroit Symphony Orchestra: Natural Woman at Detroit Symphony Orchestra Hall

Aretha Franklin's voice defined soul. The songs carried passion, authority, and the kind of musical conviction that made listeners believe every word. Sheléa brings that catalog to Detroit Symphony Orchestra Hall on Friday, January 8, 2027, at 10:45 AM, backed by the full orchestra and her own formidable talent at the piano and microphone.

The GRAMMY-nominated vocalist performs Respect, Natural Woman, Chain of Fools and Say A Little Prayer, four titles that belong in any conversation about American music. Sheléa's voice has the range and power to honor the originals while bringing her own interpretive character. Her piano skills add another layer, giving you a musician who commands both the keyboard and the melody. Conductor Ingrid Martin leads the orchestra, framing those classics in a live symphonic setting.

This is music for listeners who want soul with real instrumental weight behind it. The orchestra adds strings, brass and depth to songs built on groove and feeling. Take someone who knows these titles by heart, or share your affection for Aretha’s songwriting legacy with a friend. Make this Friday morning a shared celebration of a voice and catalog that hold a special place in Detroit’s musical memory.

Put Aretha's greatest hits at the center of your January plans and book your tickets for Sheléa at Detroit Symphony Orchestra Hall.