Join us at 3:00 P.M at Tallmadge High School for the annual Akron Youth Symphony Fall Concert. Come see the future of musical excellence in action under the direction of AYS Director and ASO Associate Conductor, Eric Benjamin. Tickets are $10 or free for children under 10 years old with any adult ticket.
This performance of Messiah: Part 1 and the triumphant Hallelujah chorus will transport audiences with its grandeur and spirit. The program begins with William Boyce’s Ode to the New Year 1758, a lively and celebratory work, followed by composer and lost local legend Julia Perry’s Ye Who Seek the Truth. Hadyn's charming and impressive Trumpet Concerto closes the first half. Finally, the Akron Symphony Chorus joins the ASO to deliver the true might of orchestral power necessary for Handel’s Messiah—a piece widely recognized and beloved by audiences. A full stage of choral and orchestral energy awaits audiences this November. Justin Kohan, […]
Come see the Gospel Meets Symphony choir perform at the Metro RTA Transit Station on December 2nd at 6:00 PM! This performance is entirely free and open to the community.
Join us on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 7 pm at E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall for the Akron Bicentennial musical event of the year! “A Concert For Akron, By Akron“ will feature all Akron performers and/or composers in a culminating celebration of our City’s musical heritage and talent. Featuring Akron’s premier musical ensemble, the Akron Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Maestro Christopher Wilkins, our Bicentennial Concert will honor and highlight musical figures of the past and present. Join us in the lobby at 6 pm for our Community Expo featuring Bicentennial sponsors and partner organizations, as we bring […]
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with a festive evening of music, joy, and community spirit. Our annual Holiday Pops concert is packed with beloved holiday classics and a few surprises to keep you smiling all night long. Sing along to your favorite tunes, marvel at the dazzling sounds of the full Akron Symphony Orchestra, and let the spirit of the season fill the hall. Perfect for the whole family, this cherished tradition is your chance to make unforgettable memories and start the holidays on a high note. All concerts take place at E.J. Thomas Performing Arts […]
What do you get when you blend the elegance of Beethoven, the soul of Ellington, and the sparkle of Bernstein? A concert that dances. Beethoven’s Seventh isn’t just “good.”... Wagner called it the “apotheosis of the dance.” It’s yet another joyous display of brilliance out of one of music’s all-time greats. University of Akron professor Chris Coles, our saxophone soloist, brings the cool to the Duke’s Three Black Kings, and Bernstein’s West Side Story Symphonic Dances round it all off with jazzy brilliance. We open the night with a special debut of UofA student Sarah Hegenderfer’s Clearing of Snow. This […]
Join the Akron Symphony Orchestra and the powerhouse voices of the GMS Choir for a one-of-a-kind musical experience that blends the soul of gospel with the grandeur of the symphony. This isn’t just a concert—it’s a celebration of community, culture, and connection. Feel the energy of gospel classics reimagined with full orchestral brilliance, and be swept away by a sound that moves hearts and lifts spirits. For over three decades, this Akron tradition has united generations, created unforgettable memories, and earned its place as one of the city’s most iconic events. Don’t miss the music, the passion, and the joy […]
There’s something hypnotic about this program. You get the elegant wit of Mozart, the shimmering beauty of Vivaldi, and the surprising spice of Stravinsky and Romero. ASO’s own Jenny Robinson on piccolo will charm and impress you during the concerto, and the whole night feels like a spring breeze — light, crisp, and invigorating. If you’ve never heard how playful and virtuosic Vivaldi’s music can be, this is your chance. Paired next to one of Mozart’s final and most graceful symphonies, this concert is like sonic sunshine. The Akron Symphony Orchestra is also excited to announce the 2nd annual Music […]
This concert feels like hope. Copland’s Appalachian Spring is an American masterpiece… gentle, powerful, and full of wide-open skies and quiet triumph. Pair it with Clyne’s haunting Wild Geese and Sibelius’s heroic Symphony No. 2, and you’ve got a concert that soars. It’s both nostalgic and fiercely modern. It’s deeply human, and unmistakably beautiful. Bring tissues; this is the kind of concert programmed to pull the emotions out of you. All concerts take place at E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall, located on the campus of The University of Akron. Per guidelines set by the University of Akron, masks are optional for all […]
You’ve heard O Fortuna — in movies, commercials, sports stadiums. But have you felt it live, surround-sound, with over 100 voices roaring through the hall like thunder? Carmina Burana is the season finale to end all finales. It’s primal, poetic, and impossible to forget. With Ravel’s mesmerizing Bolero and Brouwer’s powerhouse Rhapsody Concerto, this is a wall-to-wall thrill ride. You’ll leave breathless, and that’s not just talk… that’s a finale ten years in the making! Sonya Headlam, soprano Chris Albanese, tenor Brian Johnson, baritone All concerts take place at E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall, located on the campus of The […]
Early registration for 2026 Concert For Kids is now open! Tickets are $6 per person, with free admission for children 2 years old or younger. Unsure of the total headcount or logistics, but interested in reserving your spot? Email ssmith@akronsymphony.org. Each day will feature two performances: 9:30 A.M. and 10:45 A.M. Please select the time you wish to attend. Tickets are transferable within the same day and location, with advanced notice.
Early registration for 2026 Concert For Kids is now open! Tickets are $6 per person, with free admission for children 2 years old or younger. Unsure of the total headcount or logistics, but interested in reserving your spot? Email ssmith@akronsymphony.org. Each day will feature two performances: 9:30 A.M. and 10:45 A.M. Please select the time you wish to attend. Tickets are transferable within the same day and location, with advanced notice.