SCHOOL PROGRAMS

We invite you to participate in the numerous programs and opportunities we offer throughout the year for classrooms, young musicians, families, and the entire community.
Contact The Syracuse Orchestra today to learn more about our kid-friendly performances, master classes and coaching, or how your students can play at Crouse-Hinds Theater.

And remember, kids 18 and under are FREE for all regular-season performances. Over 20,000 students have heard Syracuse Orchestra perform free of charge, and we are pleased to welcome school groups to our evening performances.

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PROGRAMS

MUSICAL FAIRY TALES

Kids of all ages will enjoy the familiar tines of fairy tales and magical stories. Imagine the characters coming to life with the music on the stage! Costumes are encouraged!

(Full Orchestra)

Dates: Oct. 25-27 at 10AM or 11:30AM
Grade: 2-6
Location: Carrier Theater

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PETER & THE WOLF

Sergei Prokofiev’s famous Peter and the Wolf is performed by Syracuse Orchestra, offering his “symphonic fairy tale for children.”

(Full Orchestra)

Dates: February 1 & 2 at 10AM and 11:30AM
Grade: 2-6
Location: RedHouse Arts Center

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MUSIC OF MACHINES

The sounds of science create intriguing moments of music in this program that will engage and entertain audiences of all ages.

(Full Orchestra)

Date: April 23 @ 10:30AM
Grade: 2-6
Location: Inspiration Hall

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THE SYRACUSE ORCHESTRA ENSEMBLES

These livestream and in person visits to schools feature our Percussion Ensemble, Brass Quintet, Woodwind Quintet, String Trio or Quartet, including demonstrations & performances. Performances can also be paired with masterclasses, if desired.

(Ensemble)

Grade: 4-12
Location: In your school throughout the school year

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SPOTLIGHT SERIES

Our Spotlight Series features your ensemble in the lobby of Crouse-Hinds Theater or via pre-recorded performance that will be streamed before a Masterworks or Pops concert.

(Feature Performance)

Grade: 7-12
Location: Crouse-Hinds Theater

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MASTER CLASSES & COACHING

Syracuse Orchestra musicians travel to schools via livestream and in-person to provide specialized coaching to young musicians.

(Group Instruction)

Grade: 5-12
Location: In your school

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ADOPT-A-CONCERT

Syracuse Orchestra offers a unique opportunity for student musicians to adopt a Kids’ series performance. Adoption involves running the pre-concert instrument petting zoo, serving snacks in the lobby, and ushering the performance.

Grade: 7-12
Location: In your school

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SYRACUSE ORCHESTRA YOUTH ORCHESTRA

The Syracuse Orchestra Youth Orchestras give students with a passion for music an opportunity to develop their skills, refine their musicianship and cultivate an overall appreciation for excellence in music with other similarly interested students.

Grade: 5-12
Location: Onondaga Community College; Syracuse, NY

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SYRACUSE ORCHESTRA DAY

Syracuse Orchestra musicians provide an in-depth master class for your group, plus a guest artist visit can be paired with a an open rehearsal and attendance at a Syracuse Orchestra performance!

(Group Instruction)

Grade: 7-12
Location: Crouse-Hinds Theater

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