April 28-26
The Columbus Symphony and BalletMet are excited to join forces with Shakespeare’s iconic tale of Romeo and Juliet at the Ohio Theatre on April 26-28. Dashing sword fights, ballroom grandeur, and romance are on display as these star-crossed lovers share their story. Experience the magic of Sergei Prokofiev’s music, performed live and conducted by Rossen Milanov. Photo by Jennifer... Read more »
May 03-04
Rossen Milanov, conductor Natasha Paremski, piano Program Lutosławski: Symphony No. 1 Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini Anna Clyne: This Moment Strauss: Rosenkavalier Suite Audience favorite pianist Natasha Paremski returns to the Ohio Theatre with Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, a dazzling work inspired by Paganini’s Caprice No. 24 for violin. Witold Lutosławski began work on his... Read more »
May 5, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join the horn players of the Columbus Symphony in the Historic Trolley District for an afternoon of light classical music. Seating is general admission and tickets are limited. Tickets are $30 Leisure Club 1610 Oak Street Columbus, Ohio 43205
May 8, 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Join the Columbus Museum of Art and Columbus Symphony Orchestra for an afternoon of visual art and music. The Rococo style of the eighteenth century was full of rebellion, with artists such as François Boucher, Thomas Gainsborough, and Elisabeth Vigée Le Brun eschewing established artistic traditions and producing elaborate paintings. A discussion on these artists... Read more »
May 11, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
A Symphonic Journey recognizes the lifelong blend of experiences unique to every individual, as well as how those experiences keep us engaged in the presence and growth of the arts in our community. Save the date and join us for an exceptional evening of music that will celebrate all the ways the Columbus Symphony serves... Read more »
MAY 17-18
Kenneth Bean, conductor Tommy Mesa, cello Program Mendelssohn: The Hebrides Overture Jessie Montgomery: Divided for solo cello and string orchestra Tchaikovsky: Variations on a Rococo Theme Beethoven: Symphony No. 2 Rising conductor Kenneth Bean joins the CSO for this engaging program. Cellist Tommy Mesa performs two works: a new cello concerto by Jessie Montgomery, current composer-in-Residence at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra,... Read more »
May 19, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Luis Biava, Conductor Join the Columbus Symphony and the Ohio Wildlife Center as we explore some of the wild and woolly creatures you can find in your backyard! Listen for the bees buzzing through Rimsky-Korsakov’s Flight of the Bumble and swans gliding through Tchaikovsky’s’ Swan Lake, and if you're lucky you might even spot a turtle!
MAY 24-25
Rossen Milanov, conductor Aubry Ballarò, soprano Katrina Thurman, soprano David Walton, tenor James Eder, bass Stephen Caracciolo, chorus director Columbus Symphony Chorus Program Mozart: Mass in C minor Mozart’s sublime Mass in C minor was, like his Requiem, left unfinished at the time of his death. Numerous scholars have published reconstructions of the work. The... Read more »
June 15, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Stuart Chafetz, Conductor Generation Radio starring Jason Scheff, lead singer of the band Chicago and Columbus native Jay Demarcus, lead singer and keyboard player for Rascal Flats join to play their hit songs along with classic hits from Journey, Tom Petty and more!
June 21, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Andres Lopera, Conductor Schools out! Enjoy our first Nationwide Popcorn Pops concert of the summer which will include some of your Pixar and Disney movie favorites and is sure to get everyone dancing and celebrating the long summer days! Stay around after the concert for a free screening of Encanto sponsored by the Columbus Commons.
June 22, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Stuart Chafetz, Conductor Platinum-selling, folk rock band Violent Femmes joins the Columbus Symphony to celebrate their groundbreaking sound and cult classic hits like“Add it Up,” “Blister in the Sun,” “Kiss Off,” “Gone Daddy Gone,” “American Music,” and “Gimme the Car.”
June 29, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Stuart Chafetz, Conductor The Columbus Symphony will celebrate the holiday with a tribute to George Gershwin’s hits including a special performance of “Rhapsody in Blue,” which marks its 100th anniversary in 2024. Enjoy your favorite patriotic melodies, an appearance by a U.S. Color Guard, a military branch recognition, and a flyover by members of the Cincinnati Warbirds all... Read more »
