Programs & Reservations

Youth Concert: Hold the Cannons – Tchaikovsky and the 1812 Overture

October 22, 2012 at 9:20 AM

This concert is devoted entirely to the music of one composer – Tchaikovsky! You’ll hear some of the greatest classical music ever written, and learn about one of the most famous Russian composers through a conversation between Robert Moody and an actor who portrays Tchaikovsky. We’ll recreate historical moments from the composer’s life and celebrate his place in musical More

Strings KinderKonzerts: Four Seasons

January 31, 2013 at 9:30 AM

Tomorrow’s weather forecast calls for clear skies, drizzle, sleet, and snow! You can hear different kinds of weather in music – plucking violin strings might make you think of gentle rain while the deep sounds of the double bass may conjure up a thunderstorm! Did you know a composer named Vivaldi wrote music that sounds like the weather? Join More

Brass KinderKonzerts: Fire in the Big Top!

February 28, 2013 at 9:30 AM

This new commission for narrator and brass quintet by composer Delvyn Case tells the story of Tom and Maggie, two children living in nineteenth-century Portland, who sneak off to watch the circus. Little do they know that they will have an adventure that they will never forget! Children and adults will delight in this interactive performance combining dramatic narration More

Woodwind KinderKonzert: Carnival of the Animals

March 19, 2013 at 9:30 AM

Picture in your mind a huge zoo, with animals of all different sizes, shapes. Whether they have feathers, gills, whiskers or tusks, all the animals of our musical zoo have distinct personalities that make them special. You’ll meet them all through the wonders of music with the help of the PSO woodwind quintet and narrator.  Please note! The March More

Youth Concert Concert: Meet the Orchestra

April 29, 2013 at 9:20 AM

Here is your opportunity to hear all the instruments in the orchestra and one of the most popular works in children’s music. This concert demonstrates the individual sounds of the woodwinds, brass, strings and percussion, and the sounds of the orchestra together. Also featured on this concert will be the winner of the Young Composer Festival in partnership with More

Percussion KinderKonzerts: Goin’ to the Zoo

May 14, 2013 at 9:30 AM

We’re going to the zoo, how about you? At the Percussion zoo you will hear shakers, beaters, and melody makers and see instruments of all sizes and varieties. You’ll have a roaring good time with the Percussion Trio as we discover a wild kingdom of rhythms and beats.   The following concerts are SOLD OUT: May 14 at 9:30 More

Youth Concerts

Students hear the full PSO playing richly diverse styles of music, while learning about the elements of music and instruments. Held at Merrill Auditorium, these concerts are approximately 50 minutes in length. (ages 8-12) Upcoming Youth Concerts: More

KinderKonzerts

Explore the different families of orchestral instruments while introducing children to live symphonic music through fun and interactive programs with PSO musicians. The concerts are 35-40 minutes in length and take place at various locations throughout the state. (ages 3-7) Click here to see our Online Insight Video: What is a KinderKonzert? More

PSO Presents Strings KinderKonzerts: Four Seasons

PORTLAND, Maine – The Portland Symphony Orchestra (PSO) presents the second in its yearlong series of KinderKonzerts; this group is focused on an introduction to the Strings instruments. “Four Seasons” begins Thursday, January 31 at Crooker Theater, Brunswick HS. Eleven additional performances will take place through early March at various locations. Inspired by and incorporating Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons,” the More

KinderKonzert Reservation Coordinators

For concerts held in Brunswick, Lewiston, Portland, Windham, and Saco click here to register. For concerts held in other communities please contact the designated reservation coordinator for individual sites. If you have any questions, please call (207) 773-6128 ext. 308 or email education@portlandsymphony.org.   Freeport Rachel Domin dominr@rsu5.org   Fryeburg Sarah MacGillivray Box Office Manager Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center More

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