Education
Bringing Great Music to Life for people of all ages...
In addition to performances of great music, Rochester Symphony is committed to providing music education that will bring appreciation and enjoyment of classical music to future generations. With a range of programs available—from Free Family Previews to Concerts for 4th Grade Students—we bring great music to life for people of all ages.
EDUCATION PROGRAMS:
Free Family Previews
These are mini versions of two concerts each season performed just for families.
2024/25 Free Family Previews are now complete. Dates the 2025/26 season to be announced this summer!
Concerts for 4th Grade Students
In partnership with Rochester Public Schools, each year Rochester Symphony performs a free concert programmed specifically for 4th graders. All schools in Rochester and those within a 45-mile radius are invited. Grant funding allows Rochester Symphony to provide bussing to all classes who wish to attend!
2026 event date to be announced this fall.
For more information about how your school can participate, email Director of Operations and Education, Erin Haefner at:
erinh@rochestersymphony.org
Playing with the Pros
Playing with the Pros is a unique program for advanced music students to solo with the orchestra.
Students work with their music instructor to prepare a recorded audition. Selected participants will receive coaching from the Rochester Symphony conductor in preparation for their performance.
Playing with the Pros 2025 is now complete. Audition and performance dates for next season to be announced this summer.
For more information about this program, please email Director of Operations and Education, Erin Haefner at:
erinh@rochestersymphony.org