Family Concerts

Introduce your children to the joys of listening to classical music, and the experience will stay with them for years to come. Music enhances critical thinking, sharpens listening ability and develops analytical skills. Your kids may never know how much they’re learning, but they’ll know they’re having fun.

orKIDStra Concerts

Share the magic of the RPO with your children! These engaging concerts explore the many different things that inspire us - a great opportunity to think about how we're influenced by everyday things around us. Fun for all ages but designed for families with children ages 3-9.

Casual Sunday Matinee Concerts

These casual, fun and family-friendly concerts introduce listeners to orchestral music with thematic programs.

Symphony 101 Series

A unique concert experience in an intimate setting, including Christopher Seaman's lively talk from stage, musical examples and an audience Q&A at the end.

Special Events

An orKIDStra Holiday and The Nutcracker

For chronological concert listings, see below.

	Bach & Handel SYM 101-1 Oct. 12 & 14, 2007, Hochstein/Roberts Wesleyan College – Christopher Seaman explores music by Bach and Handel.
	Masters of American Musicals CSM 1 Oct. 26, 2008, Eastman Theatre – Jeff Tyzik, conductor
	The Birth of Jazz CSM 1 Oct. 21, 2007, Eastman Theatre – Jeff Tyzik conducts the RPO in music by Scott Joplin, Jelly Roll Morton and George Gershwin.
	Things That Go Bump in the Orchestra KIDS 1 Oct. 28, 2007, Hochstein – Michael Butterman, conductor – Be inspired by the sounds of Halloween
	Honor: An American Salute CSM 2 Nov. 11, 2007, Eastman Theatre – Jeff Tyzik leads a Veterans Day tribute to the men and women who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States.
	Hot Jazz & Cool Blues CSM 4 May 31, 2009, Eastman Theatre – Jeff Tyzik, conductor; Byron Stripling, trumpet
	Haydn & Mozart SYM 101-2 Nov. 16 & 18, 2007, Hochstein/Roberts Wesleyan College – Christopher Seaman explores music by Haydn and Mozart.
	The Nutcracker SPECIAL Nov. 23-25, 2007, Eastman Theatre – Tchaikovsky's delightful full-length ballet features live orchestral music, professional ballet dancers, 200 children from our community and a children's chorus.
	An orKIDStra Holiday SPECIAL Dec. 9, 2007, Eastman Theatre – Michael Butterman leads this delightful concert of holiday favorites, featuring music of The Polar Express.
	Beethoven SYM 101-3 Jan. 25 & 27, 2008, Hochstein/Spencerport High School – Christopher Seaman explores music by Beethoven.
	Sounds All Around Us KIDS 2 Feb. 3, 2008, Hochstein – Mark Mandarano, conductor – Be inspired by the noises of nature
	Variations on Love CSM 3 Feb. 10, 2008, Eastman Theatre – Jeff Tyzik conducts the RPO in music for Valentine’s Day.
	Schumann & Brahms SYM 101-4 Feb. 29 & March 2, 2008, Hochstein/Roberts Wesleyan College – Christopher Seaman explores music by Schumann & Brahms.
	Everyday Heroes KIDS 3 April 13, 2008, Hochstein – Michael Butterman, conductor – Be inspired by amazing people
	Bruckner & Mahler SYM 101-5 April 18 & 20, 2008, Hochstein/Roberts Wesleyan College – Christopher Seaman explores music by Bruckner & Mahler.
	A Tribute to Leroy Anderson CSM 4 May 11, 2008, Eastman Theatre – The RPO, led by Jeff Tyzik, “Fiddle Faddles” with the music of this legendary Pops master.
	Stravinsky, Bartók & Beyond SYM 101-6 May 23 & 25, 2008, Hochstein/Roberts Wesleyan College – Christopher Seaman explores music by Stravinsky, Bartók and beyond.
	Express Yourself KIDS 4 June 1, 2008, Hochstein – Michael Butterman, conductor – Be inspired by your emotions
	Intersections: Music + Dance KIDS 1 Oct. 5, 2008, Hochstein – Marlene Pauley, conductor
	Beethoven & Schubert SYM 101-1 Nov. 7 & 9, 2008, Hochstein – Christopher Seaman explores music by Beethoven and Schubert.
	Rossini & Weber SYM 101-2 Nov. 21 & 23, 2008, Hochstein – Benton Hess explores music by Rossini and Weber.
	The Nutcracker SPECIAL Nov. 28-30, 2008, Eastman Theatre – Tchaikovsky's delightful ballet features live orchestral music, professional ballet dancers, 200 children from our community and a children's chorus.
	An orKIDStra Holiday SPECIAL Dec. 14, 2008, Eastman Theatre – Michael Butterman leads this holiday celebration filled with traditional favorites, special surprises, an audience sing-along and tons of holiday fun.
	Intersections: Music + Art KIDS 2 Jan. 11, 2009, Hochstein – Michael Butterman, conductor
	Grieg, Wagner & Brahms SYM 101-3 Jan. 30 & Feb. 1, 2009, Hochstein – Christopher Seaman explores music by Grieg, Wagner and Brahms.
	Search for a Star 2009 CSM 2 March 1, 2009, Eastman Theatre – Jeff Tyzik, conductor
	Dvořák & Franck SYM 101-4 March 20 & 22, 2009, Hochstein – Christopher Seaman explores music by Dvořák and Franck.
	Intersections: Music + Theater KIDS 3 March 29, 2009, Hochstein – Michael Butterman, conductor
	Stravinsky & Elgar SYM 101-5 April 17 & 19, 2009, Hochstein – Christopher Seaman explores music by Stravinsky and Elgar.
	Enchanted April CSM 3 April 26, 2009, Eastman Theatre – Jeff Tyzik, conductor
	Intersections: Music + Music KIDS 4 May 3, 2009, Hochstein – Michael Butterman, conductor
	Vaughan Williams & Bartók SYM 101-6 May 22 & 24, 2009, Hochstein – Christopher Seaman explores music by Vaughan Williams and Bartók.