Stricken by the death of his oldest daughter at the age of four and reeling from a diagnosis of a serious heart condition, Mahler retreated to a cabin in the mountains to write what would become his final works, among them the shattering Ninth Symphony. From its tenderly beautiful, hushed opening of harp, horns, and strings through the fevered Rondo to its gossamer finish, the Ninth is literally and figuratively a cry from a wounded heart—and a profound experience for the listener.

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Mahler’s Symphony No. 9

Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

Join us for an enchanting evening with the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia as we present "Brillhart & Baroque" during our 24/25 Season. This captivating concert, under the baton of esteemed conductor Jeffrey Brillhart, will take place at the Perelman Theater, located within The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts at 300 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA. Mark your calendars for Friday, January 17, 2025, at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, January 19, 2025, at 2:30 pm, for a musical journey through the Baroque era.

The program features a selection of Bach's masterpieces, including the Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, BWV 1048, and the Brandenburg Concerto No. 5, BWV 1050, showcasing the intricate beauty and complexity of Bach's compositions. Additionally, audiences will be treated to the poignant "Ich habe genug," BWV 82a, a soprano version performed by the talented Kara Goodrich, whose voice will bring to life the emotional depth of Bach's cantata. The concert will also include Rebel's "Les Élémens," a vivid musical depiction of the elements of earth, air, fire, and water, providing a contrast to Bach's compositions and completing the evening's program.

The performance is set to last approximately 80 minutes, including an intermission, offering a perfect gateway into the world of the Baroque. Whether you're a long-time lover of Baroque music or new to the genre, "Brillhart & Baroque" promises an unforgettable experience of some of the period's most celebrated works.

Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the splendor of Baroque music. Buy your tickets now and plan your visit to the Perelman Theater for an evening of exquisite music that will transport you to another era.

Brillhart & Baroque

Philadelphia Sinfonia Strings Concert #1

Howard Center for the Arts

Philadelphia Sinfonia Concert #1

Temple University

“The consummate artistry of the Takács Quartet is simply breathtaking… the best I have ever heard” (The Guardian). Formed in Budapest in 1975, the Takács has been a PCMS favorite for over three decades. For this season’s appearance, they unite with Jeremy Denk, “a pianist you want to hear no matter what he performs” (New York Times), for Brahms’s epic Piano Quintet in F Minor, Op. 34.

Takács Quartet Jeremy Denk, piano

Kimmel Cultural Campus

Experience the profound emotional depth of Tchaikovsky's final symphony, the Pathétique, performed by The Philadelphia Orchestra under the electrifying baton of conductor Rafael Payare. This masterpiece, which Tchaikovsky himself said contained his whole soul, will be presented alongside Ravel's enchanting Suite No. 2 from Daphnis and Chloe and Kaija Saariaho's dramatic violin concerto, Graal théâtre, featuring the fabulously assured and poetic violinist Carolin Widmann. These performances promise an unforgettable journey through the passionate, the magical, and the legendary, inspired by the tales of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table.

Join us at Verizon Hall, now rededicated as Marian Anderson Hall, for this monumental event on the following dates:
- Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 7:30 PM
- Saturday, January 25, 2025, at 8:00 PM
- Sunday, January 26, 2025, at 2:00 PM

This performance is part of the 2024-25 Subscription Package, offering magnificent programming and exclusive subscriber benefits. Don't miss this opportunity to witness a work that has inspired generations of composers and artists, marking a new age of the symphonic form.

For tickets and more information, visit EnsembleArtsPhilly.org or contact us at 215-893-1999. Experience the passion, the innovation, and the legacy of Tchaikovsky's Pathétique with The Philadelphia Orchestra.

Tchaikovsky’s Pathétique Symphony

Immerse yourself in an astronomical musical journey with "The Planets - PhilOrch," a captivating concert experience presented by The Philadelphia Orchestra. This stellar performance is set to take place at the iconic Verizon Hall, soon to be rededicated as Marian Anderson Hall, marking a significant moment in the venue's history. 

Under the baton of the mesmerizing conductor Daniele Rustioni, with Paul Jacobs gracing the organ, the concert promises an unforgettable exploration of Gustav Holst's most famous work, "The Planets." This masterpiece has not only inspired generations of sci-fi film composers, including the likes of John Williams and Bill Conti, but also continues to enchant audiences with its otherworldly charm. From the ferocious energy of "Mars, the Bringer of War" to the ethereal beauty of "Neptune, the Mystic," attendees are in for a cosmic treat, complete with the haunting sounds of a female choir in Neptune that promises to transport you to galaxies far, far away.

The musical voyage doesn't end there. The program also features Alfredo Casella's "Concerto romano," a thrilling organ concerto that promises a rollercoaster of emotions through its dynamic interplay of organ, brass, and timpani. And to set the mood, Maurice Ravel's "Alborada del gracioso" will open the evening with its lively Spanish rhythms and enchanting melodies.

This performance is available as part of the 2024-25 Subscription Package, offering not only a ticket to this interstellar musical journey but also exclusive subscriber benefits. Whether you're a long-time classical music enthusiast or looking for an extraordinary night out, "The Planets - PhilOrch" is an event not to be missed.

Mark your calendars for Friday, January 31, 2025, at 2:00 PM, and Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 8:00 PM, and prepare for a musical expedition that's truly out of this world. For tickets and subscription information, visit EnsembleArtsPhilly.org or contact the box office. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of The Philadelphia Orchestra as they bring "The Planets" to life in a performance that promises to be as visually captivating as it is musically profound.

The Planets

This beloved favorite has delighted young listeners for generations while serving as an imaginative introduction to the orchestra’s diverse array of instruments. This piece weaves a charming tale of a boy’s woodland adventures, and each character is brought to life through the various voices in the orchestra: Peter by the strings, his grandfather by the bassoon, and the wolf by the horns.

Peter and the Wolf

American pianists Simone Dinnerstein and Awadagin Pratt have long garnered individual praise for their originality and astounding technical prowess. This recital brings together these two exceptional artists in an exciting four-hand piano program that concludes with an immensely challenging arrangement of Beethoven’s great and inspiring Pastoral Symphony.

Simone Dinnerstein, piano Awadagin Pratt, piano

**Bach and Haydn with The Philadelphia Orchestra**

Join us for an unforgettable evening as The Philadelphia Orchestra, under the baton of the esteemed Masaaki Suzuki, presents a masterful program featuring the works of Bach and Haydn. This special performance will take place at Verizon Hall, now rededicated as Marian Anderson Hall, showcasing the Orchestra's commitment to excellence and heritage.

**Dates and Times:**
- Friday, February 7, 2025, at 8:00 PM
- Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 8:00 PM

**Program Highlights:**
- Bach: Orchestral Suite No. 3, including the beloved "Air on the G String" movement.
- Haydn: Symphony No. 104, "London," a masterful conclusion to Haydn's symphonic works.

**Conductor:**
Masaaki Suzuki, renowned for his profound interpretations of Bach's compositions, brings his expertise and passion to the podium, promising an evening of "breathtaking tangible elation as well as contemplation and control" (Gramophone).

**Venue:**
Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, newly named Marian Anderson Hall, provides the perfect setting for this musical journey.

**Subscription Packages:**
This performance is available as part of the 2024-25 Subscription Package, offering magnificent programming and exclusive subscriber benefits. Choose from Saturday Evening A, Saturday Evening B, or Create Your Own package to tailor your experience.

**Tickets and Information:**
For tickets and further details, please visit EnsembleArtsPhilly.org or contact the ticket sales team at 215.893.1999. Subscriber services can be reached at 215.893.1955 for any inquiries.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the timeless beauty of Bach and Haydn performed by one of the world's leading orchestras in the heart of Philadelphia.

Bach and Haydn

Immerse yourself in the exquisite sounds of Joseph Haydn with "The Best of Haydn" presented by The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia. This captivating concert series, part of their 24/25 Season, promises an unforgettable musical journey under the baton of Music Director David Hayes. Join us at the Perelman Theater, nestled within The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, for two exclusive performances on Friday, February 14, 2025, at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, February 16, 2025, at 2:30 pm.

The evening will showcase the remarkable talents of cellist Tommy Mesa, celebrated for his charisma, innovation, and engaging performances. Mesa will breathe life into Haydn's Cello Concerto No. 1 in C major, a masterpiece that re-emerged after being lost for over two centuries. This concert will also feature the Philadelphia premiere of Jessie Montgomery's "Divided," a piece that Mesa premiered in 2022, alongside the world premiere of a new commission by Composer-in-Residence Evan Williams.

David Hayes will lead the orchestra through Haydn's Symphony No. 64 in A major, "Tempora mutantur," a work named after the enigmatic 16th-century proverb meaning "The times change, and we change with them." This performance not only celebrates the genius of Haydn but also embraces the evolution of musical expression through contemporary works.

Located at 300 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, the Perelman Theater offers the perfect setting for this 80-minute musical exploration, including an intermission. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the best of Haydn and the innovative talents of today. Buy your tickets now and be part of a memorable night with The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia.

The Best of Haydn

Experience the unparalleled mastery of Leonidas Kavakos as he brings Erich Korngold's Violin Concerto to life with the Philadelphia Orchestra. This exceptional performance, under the baton of conductor Fabio Luisi, promises an evening of exquisite music that spans the emotional spectrum. The concert will also feature Sørensen's "Evening Land" and Brahms's Symphony No. 4, offering a brilliant study in contrasts from dark mystery to sunlit joy.

Join us at Verizon Hall, soon to be rededicated as Marian Anderson Hall, for this unforgettable musical journey. Performances are scheduled for Friday, February 21, 2025, at 2:00 PM, Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 8:00 PM, and Sunday, February 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM.

This event is part of the 2024-25 Subscription Package, providing exclusive benefits and magnificent programming. Don't miss the opportunity to witness the artistry of Leonidas Kavakos, a violinist celebrated as one of the greatest instrumentalists of our time, in a program that showcases the golden age of Hollywood through Korngold's cinematic scores and concludes with the breathless beauty of Brahms's Fourth Symphony.

For tickets and subscription details, visit EnsembleArtsPhilly.org or contact our ticket and subscriber services. Embrace this chance to be part of a musical experience that promises to leave you breathless.

Brahms’s Symphony No. 4

**Hélène Grimaud Plays Brahms with The Philadelphia Orchestra**

Join us for a mesmerizing evening as the world-renowned pianist Hélène Grimaud takes the stage with The Philadelphia Orchestra, under the baton of conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin. This special performance will feature Brahms's First Piano Concerto, a masterpiece that showcases Grimaud's astonishing proficiency and poetic sensibilities, as praised by The Washington Post.

**Event Details:**
- **Dates and Times:**
  - Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 7:30 PM
  - Friday, February 28, 2025, at 2:00 PM
  - Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 8:00 PM
- **Venue:** Verizon Hall, newly rededicated as Marian Anderson Hall, home of The Philadelphia Orchestra.
- **Program:**
  - Louise Farrenc: Symphony No. 1
  - Julia Wolfe: Pretty (Philadelphia Orchestra co-commission)
  - Johannes Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 1

This concert not only highlights Grimaud's unparalleled talent but also celebrates women artists, featuring the 19th-century composer Louise Farrenc's surging, Romantic First Symphony and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Julia Wolfe's raucous, rhythmic romp, "Pretty."

**Subscription and Tickets:**
This performance is available as part of the 2024-25 Subscription Package, offering magnificent programming and exclusive subscriber benefits. Packages include Thursday Evening A, Friday Matinee A, Saturday Evening C, and the option to Create Your Own package.

**Additional Information:**
- Programs, artists, dates, prices, and availability are subject to change.
- For ticket sales, subscriber services, group sales, and donor services, please contact:
  - Ticket Sales: 215.893.1999
  - Subscriber Services: 215.893.1955
  - Group Sales: 215.893.1968
  - Donor Services: 215.893.3151

Don't miss this unforgettable experience as Hélène Grimaud and The Philadelphia Orchestra bring Brahms's First Piano Concerto to life in the splendid acoustics of Verizon Hall.

Hélène Grimaud Plays Brahms

Philadelphia Sinfonia Concert #2

The illustrious Michael Tilson Thomas conducts his own Agnegram, Ravel’s jazzy Piano Concerto for the Left Hand featuring Pierre-Laurent Aimard, and concludes with Beethoven’s mighty “Eroica” Symphony, celebrating the heroic spirit in us all. 

Beethoven's "Eroica"

Join us for an unforgettable musical journey as Marin Alsop leads the Philadelphia Orchestra in a captivating program featuring the works of Brahms, Mendelssohn, and Frank. This special series of performances will take place at the prestigious Verizon Hall, soon to be rededicated as Marian Anderson Hall, showcasing the orchestra's magnificent programming and offering exclusive subscriber benefits.

**Event Dates and Times:**
- Thursday, March 13, 2025, at 7:30 PM
- Friday, March 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM
- Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 8:00 PM

**Performance Details:**
Under the baton of Marin Alsop, a conductor celebrated for her belief in the transformative power of music, the orchestra will present a program that includes the world premiere of Gabriela Lena Frank's "Picaflor," commissioned by the Philadelphia Orchestra. This vibrant new work retells a traditional Peruvian creation myth, adding a unique cultural texture to the evening.

The program also features Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto, a poetic and passionate piece performed by the astonishing young violinist Randall Goosby, whose talent has been praised by the Los Angeles Times for playing "like an angel with nothing to prove." This bravura display of the violin’s range and emotional power promises to be a highlight of the concert.

Completing the evening is Brahms's intricate "Variations on a Theme of Haydn," a piece known for its contrapuntal shifts and brilliant puzzle that showcases the artistry of the orchestra's musicians.

**Subscription Packages:**
This performance is available as part of the 2024-25 Subscription Package, which includes magnificent programming and exclusive subscriber benefits. Packages available include Thursday Evening B, Friday Matinee A, Saturday Evening B, and Create Your Own.

**Venue:**
Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, soon to be Marian Anderson Hall.

**Tickets and Subscription Information:**
For tickets, subscription details, and more information on the benefits of subscribing, please visit our website or contact our ticket and subscriber services. 

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the power of live music under the direction of Marin Alsop, accompanied by the talented Randall Goosby and the world-class Philadelphia Orchestra. Reserve your seats now for an evening of breathtaking performances.

Marin Alsop Leads Brahms, Mendelssohn, and Frank

Lions and tigers and ... cellists? Oh, my!

Camille Saint-Saëns’s Carnival of the Animals is an enchanting musical expedition through the animal kingdom. This delightful piece has become one of Saint-Saëns’s most famous, with each movement depicting a different animal, from the royal lion to the graceful swan. It even served as inspiration for John Williams’s score to the Harry Potter film franchise! Your child's imagination will transform the hall into a lively zoo and the Orchestra’s talented musicians will excite even the littlest lion cubs.

Carnival of the Animals

Immerse yourself in the profound musical journey of "Beethoven and Dvořák" with The Philadelphia Orchestra, under the dual role of the spine-shudderingly good Danish violinist and conductor, Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider. This captivating performance is set to take place at the Verizon Hall, soon to be rededicated as Marian Anderson Hall, marking a significant moment in the history of The Philadelphia Orchestra.

**Event Dates and Times:**
- Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 8:00 PM
- Sunday, March 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM

**Performance Details:**
Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider, celebrated for his extraordinary tone and aggressive yet sweet topmost register, will lead and perform in Beethoven's Violin Concerto and Dvořák's Symphony No. 7. The Beethoven Concerto, known for its beautiful melodies and brilliant final flourish, promises to command attention and inflame the imagination, ensuring an unforgettable experience that often summons standing ovations.

**Location:**
Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia

**Subscription and Tickets:**
This performance is a highlight of the 2024-25 Subscription Package, offering magnificent programming along with exclusive subscriber benefits. Packages including this performance are available, such as the Sunday Matinee A and Create Your Own options.

**Additional Information:**
- Programs, artists, dates, prices, and availability are subject to change.
- For ticket sales, subscriber services, group sales, and donor services, please contact the respective numbers provided or visit EnsembleArtsPhilly.org for more information.

Don't miss this opportunity to witness Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider in a dual role as soloist and conductor, bringing to life the timeless compositions of Beethoven and Dvořák. Secure your tickets now for a musical evening that promises to be both gorgeous and extraordinary.

Beethoven and Dvořák

Complex and intense, Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5 is like going on a rollercoaster of sound. Just as a rollercoaster has thrilling drops and exhilarating climbs, Shostakovich's Fifth Symphony takes listeners on an emotional thrill ride with plenty of unexpected twists! 

But before getting strapped into this exciting ride, unwind with one of our signature cocktails or participate in one of our fun pre-concert activities! 

Brass and Brash

Immerse yourself in a captivating musical journey through the seasons with the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia's "Fullana & Four Seasons" concert. This exceptional performance, led by the virtuosic Francisco Fullana on violin, is set to enchant audiences on Friday, March 28, 2025, at 7:30 pm, and again on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at 2:30 pm. The concert will take place at the prestigious Perelman Theater, located within The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts at 300 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102.

The program promises an exploration of the four seasons through the lens of three iconic composers: Astor Piazzolla's vibrant "The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires," Antonio Vivaldi's timeless "The Four Seasons," and Philip Glass's introspective "Preludes: The American Four Seasons." Francisco Fullana, celebrated for his "amazing talent" by Gustavo Dudamel and recognized with the 2018 Avery Fisher Career Grant, will lead the performance. His interpretation is anticipated to weave the warmth of Itzhak Perlman with the aristocratic poise of Henryk Szeryng, creating an unforgettable musical experience.

The concert's duration is 80 minutes, including an intermission, allowing the audience to fully immerse themselves in the beauty of the music and the exceptional talent on display. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the seasons as never before, through the artistry of Francisco Fullana and the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia.

Orchestral events in Philadelphia, PA

Mahler’s Symphony No. 9

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The Planets

Philadelphia Orchestra

Peter and the Wolf

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Bach and Haydn

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The Best of Haydn

Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia

Brahms’s Symphony No. 4

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Philadelphia Sinfonia

Beethoven's "Eroica"

Philadelphia Orchestra

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Philadelphia Orchestra

Carnival of the Animals

Philadelphia Orchestra

Beethoven and Dvořák

Philadelphia Orchestra

Brass and Brash

Philadelphia Orchestra

Fullana & Four Seasons

Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia