From Tots to Teens
As one of the first organizations in the nation to introduce a program specifically for the youth, we continue to focus on how we can enrich and influence younger generations through music!
Guest Artist Visits
The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra always has a roster of internationally acclaimed artists in the events calendar. RPO conductors, musicians, and guest artists share their music, expertise, and experiences with the greater Rochester community through in-person performances and engagements throughout the season. These visits help eliminate the barrier of travel by bringing the experience directly to the community.
If you are interested in having an artist attend your school, contact us today!
For more information, please contact [email protected]
Open Rehearsals
Open rehearsals offer a unique opportunity for the Rochester community to get a behind-the-scenes glimps into the rehearsal process and immerse themselves in the live orchestral experience at no cost. Rehearsals are normally held at the Eastman Theatre, offering attendees the chance to experience the atmosphere of Kodak Hall without the typical formality of an RPO concert. Open rehearsals also allow opportunities to engage with the conductor, musicians, and guest artists in a more casual, relaxed setting.
If you are interested in attending an open rehearsal, contact us today!
For more information, please contact [email protected]
Tiny Tots
(May 15, 16, & 17, 2024)
Pre-Kindergarten & Kindergarten
• 5-7 concerts offered each year in May
• Concerts held in various locations in Rochester and surrounding communities
• 35 minutes long, no intermission
• Interactive program introduces children to the instruments of the orchestra
• Teacher guides provided
• Free for children, teachers, and chaperones
• Advanced registration required
Primary Concerts
(February 13 & 14, 2024, 10:15 AM)
2024 Theme: The Spirit of Adventure
Join the RPO on a musical journey around the world! Featuring pieces by Tchaikovsky, Coleridge-Taylor, Copland, and more, students will discover the captivating sounds of music from different cultures and explore the various instruments of the orchestra.
Grades 1-3
• For children in 1st through 3rd grades (ages 6-9)
• 2 concerts offered each year in February
• Concerts held in Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre
• 50 minutes long, no intermission
• Program features the families of instruments in the orchestra
• Teacher guides provided
• $5/student to attend; teachers/chaperones attend free
• Advanced registration required
Join the waitlist!
Intermediate Concerts
(March 11, 12, 13, & 14, 2024, 10:15 AM)
2024 Theme: The Philharmonic Goes West
Join the RPO for an exciting concert as we set out on a musical adventure through the heart of American history. We’ll transport young audiences to the exhilarating days of the Gold Rush era, where they can experience the pioneering spirit of life on the trail. Through the music of Copland, John Williams, Rossini, and others, we’ll evoke the hope and promise of a brighter future that fueled the dreams of those who ventured westward, making history come alive in a fun and unforgettable way!
Grades 4-6
• For children in 4th through 6th grades (ages 10-13)
• 4 concerts offered each year in March
• Concerts held in Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre
• 60 minutes long, no intermission
• Program draws parallels between music and other curricular subjects
• Teacher guides provided
• $5/student to attend; teachers/chaperones attend for free
• Advanced registration required
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Frequently Asked Questions
Program and conductor information will be shared in September.
Complimentary lesson plans will be provided for all who register.
The fieldtrip fee is $5/student. Teachers and adult chaperones attend free of charge. Payment is collected at or following the performance. Please do not send payment before the concert.
Our Education Sponsors
We’re so grateful for all of our sponsors who have assisted us in our efforts to inspire the
younger generations through our education programs:
County of Monroe, Adam Bello, County Executive
New York State Council on the Arts
ESL Charitable Foundation
Glover-Crask Charitable Trust
Max & Marian Farash Charitable Foundation
Daisy Marquis Jones Foundation
Fred & Floy Willmott Foundation
Mary S. Mulligan Charitable Trust
Guido and Ellen Palma Foundation
Paychex Charitable Foundation
J.M. McDonald Foundation
Honor Those Who Inspire
Each year, RPO opens up nominations for outstanding music educators and professional musicians in the Rochester area.