Westwood Ensemble Season 9 Program

Westwood Ensemble of Kansas City tasked me to develop the look for their 2026–2027 concert season, themed “Heart Healthy Romantics.” Initially inspired by the importance of healthy eating, the season pairs Romantic-era classical music with heart-healthy recipes developed by a registered dietitian.

The challenge was finding a visual language that could highlight the importance of our “heart-healthy food” theme while staying true to the primary theme of classical music. As a starting point, I drew inspiration from the typography and layouts of restaurant menus from the Romantic era, using them as a subtle bridge between the musical and culinary themes.

Additionally, I knew I had to incorporate roses and heart motifs throughout the design to add to the romantic imagery with references to heart health. On the poster and program covers, I added a decorative border of ingredients inspired by the recipes featured in the season's accompanying “Culinary Companion,” tying the visual identity back to the food that inspired the project.

Poster Design