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  • Akron Bicentennial Concert: “A Concert for Akron, by Akron”

    E.J. Thomas Hall 198 Hill Street, Akron, OH, United States

    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 […]

  • Holiday Pops 2025

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    E.J. Thomas Hall 198 Hill Street, Akron, OH, United States

    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 […]

    $7.00 – $65.00

  • Broadway Karaoke

    Broadway Karaoke
    Jilly's Music Room

    Join us for Broadway Karaoke! This fun and free event is open to all voices and ages*, taking place the first Wednesday from 7-9 PM, every month at Jilly's Music Room. Come grab a few minutes of limelight alongside our live piano accompanists and rotating musical hosts, singing your favorite showtunes and Broadway classics. No experience necessary! *under 18 with adult

  • Beethoven’s Seventh

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    E.J. Thomas Hall 198 Hill Street, Akron, OH, United States

    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 […]

    $7.00 – $65.00

  • Akron Youth Orchestras 2026 Winter Concert

    Guzzetta Hall 228 E Buchtel Ave, Akron, OH, United States

    THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED FOR WEATHER. ALL TICKETS PURCHASED HAVE BEEN REFUNDED. The Akron Youth Symphony (Celebrating its 70th year) and the Akron Youth Philharmonic (Celebrating its 40th year) present the 2026 Akron Youth Orchestras Winter Concert, taking place at the Guzzetta Recital Hall in Akron, OH. January 25th at 3:00 P.M.

  • Speaker Series with GMS Choirmaster Jonathon Turner

    Emmanuel Christian Academy 350 S. Portage Path, Akron, OH, United States

    Save the date for the Akron Symphony Speaker Series, and join us as Executive Director Paul Jarrett has a candid and in depth conversation with Gospel Meets Symphony Choirmaster Jonathon Turner. The Akron Symphony Speaker Series will be Friday, January 30th at 6:00PM at Emmanuel Christian Academy located at 350 S. Portage Path, Akron. Tickets are $30 with light soul food dinner included. Get an in-depth and behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to bring the Gospel Meets Symphony experience to the community every season. TICKETS ARE NO LONGER AVAILABLE FOR THIS EVENT, AND IT HAS BEEN POSTPONED FOR A […]

    $30.00

  • Broadway Karaoke

    Broadway Karaoke
    Jilly's Music Room

    Join us for Broadway Karaoke! This fun and free event is open to all voices and ages*, taking place the first Wednesday from 7-9 PM, every month at Jilly's Music Room. Come grab a few minutes of limelight alongside our live piano accompanists and rotating musical hosts, singing your favorite showtunes and Broadway classics. No experience necessary! *under 18 with adult

  • 2nd Annual Music and Art Juried Exhibition

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    E.J. Thomas Hall 198 Hill Street, Akron, OH, United States

    Call for Art: Akron Symphony Orchestra’s 2nd Annual Music and Art Juried Concert Exhibition The Akron Symphony Orchestra invites artists to participate in the 2nd Annual Music and Art Juried Concert Exhibition, held in conjunction with our performance of Mozart & Vivaldi on March 7, 2026 at E.J. Thomas Hall. This unique event provides an opportunity to showcase your music-inspired artwork to an engaged audience of music and art enthusiasts. Deadline for Submissions: February 6, 2026 OVERVIEW: Accepted artists will receive a free ticket to the March 7th concert of “Mozart & Vivaldi”. All artists that apply regardless of acceptance […]

  • Gospel Meets Symphony 2026

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    E.J. Thomas Hall 198 Hill Street, Akron, OH, United States

    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 […]

    Get Tickets $7.00 – $65.00

  • Mozart & Vivaldi

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    E.J. Thomas Hall 198 Hill Street, Akron, OH, United States

    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 […]

    Get Tickets $7.00 – $65.00

  • Broadway Karaoke

    Broadway Karaoke
    Jilly's Music Room

    Join us for Broadway Karaoke! This fun and free event is open to all voices and ages*, taking place the first Wednesday from 7-9 PM, every month at Jilly's Music Room. Come grab a few minutes of limelight alongside our live piano accompanists and rotating musical hosts, singing your favorite showtunes and Broadway classics. No experience necessary! *under 18 with adult

  • Akron Youth Orchestras Side-by-Side Concert

    Tallmadge High School 140 N Munroe Rd, Tallmadge, OH, United States

    Join us on March 15th at Tallmadge High School as the Akron Youth Symphony led by Eric Benjamin and the Akron Youth Philharmonic led by Doug Bayda come together to present the annual Side-by-Side concert. It's a highlight of the youth orchestras season, this year, celebrating 40 years of the AYP. Concert begins at 3:00 P.M. with tickets just $10, or free for children under 10 years old with any adult ticket.

    Get Tickets Free – $10.00