current season
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Classical
From Bach to Beethoven, Debussy to Dvořák, and Handel to Haydn, all your beloved classics can be found in this concert series. Hear why the Columbus Symphony deserves its world class reputation.
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Pops
Whatever your musical mood, there's something sure to please at the Columbus Symphony Pops. From Baby Boomer to Broadway, assisted by some of the world's great popular artists, this is a series that will make you want to kick back and enjoy the tunes!
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Picnic with the Pops
A community favorite for 25 years, these casual outdoor evening performances on the lawn of Chemical Abstracts Service are a great opportunity to gather with friends, family, co-workers, or clients - bring your own picnic to share or reserve a table and dine in style.
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Popcorn Pops
These fun-filled family events include picnicking and pre-concert activities on the lawn of Chemical Abstracts Service in the summer.
THE GERSHWINS’ HERE TO STAY
with pianist Kevin Cole & vocalist Sylvia McNair
Saturday, January 28, 8pm
Ohio Theatre
This all-new multimedia symphony show features a number of newly arranged charts for orchestra plus rarely seen visuals from the Gershwin archives. Celebrate the lives of George and Ira Gershwin through family photos, artwork, and privately held manuscripts weaved into a narrative evening of music performed by the Columbus Symphony with featured artists pianist Kevin Cole, vocalist Sylvia McNair and tap dancer Ryan Van de Boom.
Peter Stafford Wilson, conductor
Sylvia McNair, vocalist
Kevin Cole, piano
Ryan VanDenBoom, vocalist/tap dancer
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high notes
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Jan, 26: CSO Gala featuring Gil ShahamThe Columbus Symphony's annual gala features internationally-recognized violinist Gil Shaham in a performance of Brahms Violin Concerto.
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Feb. 11, 2012: WACSO presents “Share your Heart with the CSO”The Women’s Association of the Columbus Symphony presents “Share your Heart with the CSO” A Pre-Concert Valentine Dinner & Benefit for the Columbus Symphony.
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PNC Arts Alive: Concerts for KidsThe Columbus Symphony performs two very special programs geared for the kids!
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Columbus Symphony Flex Tickets Make Great Gifts!CSO Flex Tickets are good for any seat at a regular Masterworks or Pops series performance. Perfect for those who have a busy schedule and can't commit to a full CSO Season! For more information call the Ohio Theatre Box Office at 614.228.8600, Monday - Friday from 9 am - 5 pm or Saturdays from 10 am - 2 pm.