Connecticut Orchestra Events
Explore exciting concerts from orchestras across the state-wherever you are, whatever music you like! We look forward to welcoming you into our concert halls.
February 7
Guys and Dolls: In Concert
Norwalk Symphony Orchestra
7:30 PM
Norwalk Concert Hall at Norwalk City Hall
This story of small-time gamblers and their dolls has some of the best tunes ever written on Broadway! Co-produced with New Paradigm Theatre
February 7
Love Notes – Music of Love, Friendship, and Inspiration
Manchester Symphony Orchestra and Chorale
7:30 PM
Bailey Auditorium at Manchester High School, 134 East Middle Turnpike, Manchester, CT
Celebrate the many faces of love and friendship with an evening of orchestral favorites and heartfelt selections.
February 13
Romeo and Juliet: A Theatrical Concert
Hartford Symphony Orchestra
8 PM
The Bushnell, Belding Theater
This groundbreaking collaboration features live actors in costume, dynamic staging, and even sword fighting on stage. This performance goes beyond traditional concert presentations to blend Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy with timeless music.
February 14
Romeo and Juliet: A Theatrical Concert
Hartford Symphony Orchestra
8 PM
The Bushnell, Belding Theater
This groundbreaking collaboration features live actors in costume, dynamic staging, and even sword fighting on stage. This performance goes beyond traditional concert presentations to blend Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy with timeless music.
February 14
Candlelight String Quartet: Music of Fleetwood Mac, Eagles & Queen
Waterbury Symphony Orchestra
7 PM
Edmond Town Hall, Newtown, CT
A romantic, candlelit evening featuring string quartet arrangements of classic hits by Fleetwood Mac, the Eagles, and Queen, presented in the historic Edmond Town Hall.
February 14
Love and Death in 1830
Yale Symphony Orchestra
7:30 PM
Woolsey Hall, New Haven
Valentine’s Day Concert
February 14
A Tribute to Whitney Houston starring Belinda Davids
Eastern CT Symphony Orchestra
8 PM
The Premier Theater, Foxwoods Resort and Casino, 350 Trolley Line Blvd, Mashantucket, CT 06338
STARRING BELINDA DAVIDS Be stunned by the breathtaking vocals of Belinda Davids – a RiSA chart-topping artist in her home country of South Africa – who has performed alongside the likes of Keri Hilson, Keyshia Cole and Monica and featured on Fox TV’s ‘Showtime at the Apollo’ and BBC1 TV’s ‘Even Bett
February 15
Romeo and Juliet: A Theatrical Concert
Hartford Symphony Orchestra
3 PM
The Bushnell, Belding Theater
This groundbreaking collaboration features live actors in costume, dynamic staging, and even sword fighting on stage. This performance goes beyond traditional concert presentations to blend Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy with timeless music.
February 21
HSO Family Concert
Hartford Symohny Orchsetra
10 AM
Church of the Good Shepherd, Hartford
Join us for a free concert with the talented HSO Woodwind Quintet for a program geared towards families, yet able to be enjoyed by anyone.
February 21
American Enginuity
Eastern CT Symphony Orchestra
7:30 PM
Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street, New London, CT 06320
The ECSO’s February 21 concert is named for Anthony DiLorenzo’s trumpet concerto American Enginuity. Composed with ECSO Principal Trumpet Phil Snedecor in mind and premiered in 2019 by Snedecor and the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra, the piece honors four of our nation’s greatest accomplishments: the
February 22
Modern Melodies
Hartford Symphony Orchestra
2 PM
Wadsworth Atheneum
Members of the Hartford Symphony Orchestra perform a concert of chamber works inspired by Modernism in visual art, including works by Maurice Ravel and Heitor Villa-Lobos.
February 22
Beethoven & Mendelssohn with Augustin Hadelich
New Haven Symphony Orchestra
3 PM
Woolsey Hall, New Haven
This lyrical program pairs Beethoven’s radiant Pastoral Symphony and Mendelssohn’s beloved Violin Concerto—performed by Grammy-winner Augustin Hadelich—with Raven Chacon’s Inscription, a modern meditation on land, memory, and identity.
February 22
The Best of all Possible Winds
Orchestra Lumos
3 PM
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan
The Best of all Possible Winds
February 22
Virtuoso Series I
New England Chamber Orchestra
4 PM
Pilgrim Congregational Church, 55 Coolidge Ave, Newington, CT
Featuring: Solomiya Ivakhiv (violin), Ryan Folan (piano), and more!
February 28
Virtuoso Series I
New England Chamber Orchestra
4 PM
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan 178 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840
Featuring: Solomiya Ivakhiv (violin), Taylor Isberg (clarinet), Patrick Doane (violin), Nick Woods (violin), Samuel Oram (piano), Joel Baroody (trumpet)
March 1
GCTYO Winter Concert 1
Greater Connecticut Youth Orchestras
1 PM
The Klein Auditorium, Bridgeport, CT
The first of 2 GCTYO concerts featuring all 15 GCTYO ensembles
March 1
GCTYO Winter Concert 2
Greater Connecticut Youth Orchestras
5:30 PM
The Klein Auditorium, Bridgeport, CT
The second of 2 GCTYO concerts featuring all 15 GCTYO ensembles
March 5
Press Play: I’m Every Woman
Hartford Symphony Orchestra
7:30 PM
J Under the Dome, Hartford
Join us for an unforgettable evening in honor of Women’s History Month with the HSO String Quartet performing the empowering anthems of pop royalty’s divas.
March 7
March 7 Concert
Greenwich Symphony Orchestra
7:30 PM
Performing Arts Center at Greenwich High School
Chen Yi: “Shuo,” Saint-Saens: Piano Concerto No. 5 with Stewart Goodyear, Brahms: Symphony No. 1
March 7
American Gems
Orchestra Lumos
7:30 PM
Palace Theatre Stamford
This intriguing program of extraordinary works punches above its weight. J.S. Bach was a huge influence on old-world emigre, Igor Stravinsky, and the quintessential American voices of Aaron Copland (Clarinet Concerto) and Scott Joplin (The Entertainer).
March 8
Orchestra Lumos
3 PM
The Quick Center, Fairfield CT
This intriguing program of extraordinary works punches above its weight. J.S. Bach was a huge influence on old-world emigre, Igor Stravinsky, and the quintessential American voices of Aaron Copland (Clarinet Concerto) and Scott Joplin (The Entertainer).
March 8
March 8 Concert
Greenwich Symphony Orchestra
3 PM
Performing Arts Center at Greenwich High School
Chen Yi: “Shuo,” Saint-Saens: Piano Concerto No. 5 with Stewart Goodyear, Brahms: Symphony No. 1
March 14
WSO’s Annual Cinema & Symphony: Jurassic Park in Concert
Waterbury Symphony Orchestra
2 PM
The Palace Theater, Waterbury, CT
Steven Spielberg’s blockbuster film shown on the big screen with John Williams’ iconic score performed live by the Waterbury Symphony Orchestra.
March 19
(Not) Just for Kids Program
Norwalk Symphony Orchestra
4:45 PM
Norwalk City Hall -Mary McCarthy Room
It’s all about the Percussion Beat! Connecting with rhythm and exploring sound through hands-on experience and performance.
March 21
(Not) Just for Kids Program
Norwalk Symphony Orchestra
11 AM
Norwalk Public Library
It’s all about the Percussion Beat! Connecting with rhythm and exploring sound through hands-on experience and performance.
March 21
(Not) Just for Kids Program
Norwalk Symphony Orchestra
1 PM
New Canaan Library
It’s all about the Percussion Beat! Connecting with rhythm and exploring sound through hands-on experience and performance.
March 21
(Not) Just for Kids Program
Norwalk Symphony Orchestra
3 PM
Wilton Public Library
It’s all about the Percussion Beat! Connecting with rhythm and exploring sound through hands-on experience and performance.
March 22
Warmup Act for Norwalk Symphony Orchestra
Norwalk Gamer Symphony Orchestra
1 PM
Norwalk City Hall
A small-ensemble program in the lobby prior to NSO’s concert.
March 22
Warmup Act for Norwalk Symphony Orchestra
Norwalk Symphony Orchestra
2 PM
Norwalk City Hall
A small-ensemble program in the lobby prior to the concert, introducing audience members to the music and musicians.
March 22
Music for All Ages: Symphonie Fantastique
Norwalk Symphony Orchestra
3 PM
Norwalk City Hall
One of the wildest and most revolutionary works ever written for an orchestra. Berlioz writes with hauntingly beautiful and evocative music. Plus our Concerto Competition winner performs with the full Orchestra.
March 29
Elijah!
Manchester Symphony Orchestra and Chorale
4 PM
Bailey Auditorium at Manchester High School, 134 East Middle Turnpike, Manchester, CT
Mendelssohn’s masterpiece comes to life, with soloists and chorus
April 2
Andrew Bird with the Waterbury Symphony Orchestra
Waterbury Symphony Orchestra
8 PM
The Palace Theater, Waterbury, CT
With a distinctive sound that resists categorization, Grammy nominated violinist, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Andrew Bird makes his debut with the Waterbury Symphony Orchestra.
April 11
Spring Concert
Norwalk Gamer Symphony Orchestra
4 PM
Norwalk City Hall
For the first time ever, the NGSO will be performing at Norwalk City Hall in Norwalk, CT! More info and start time to be announced soon- but save the date!
April 11
April 11 Concert
Greenwich Symphony Orchestra
7:30 PM
Performing Arts Center at Greenwich High School
Martinu: “The Frescoes of Piero della Francesca,” Paulus: “Voices from the Gallery” narrated by Leigh Barrett, Mussorgsky: “Pictures at an Exhibition” with visual components
April 12
April 12 Concert
Greenwich Symphony Orchestra
3 PM
Performing Arts Center at Greenwich High School
Martinu: “The Frescoes of Piero della Francesca,” Paulus: “Voices from the Gallery” narrated by Leigh Barrett, Mussorgsky: “Pictures at an Exhibition” with visual components
April 12
April in Paris – Circa 1926: “Sounds from the City of Lights”
Waterbury Symphony Orchestra
4 PM
Litchfield Community Center, Litchfield, CT
A chamber concert inspired by Paris in the 1920s, celebrating French music and artistic life during one of the city’s most vibrant cultural eras.
April 18
GCTYO Open Rehearsals
Greater Connecticut Youth Orchestras
10 AM
Roger Ludlowe MS, Fairfield, CT
Prospective musicians and their families are invited to view and listen to Saturday morning rehearsals in Fairfield. Learn the history and philosophy of GCTYO and what makes us a thriving and exciting organization valued by more than 300 families.
April 26
Masterworks: Twin Titans – Brahms and Schumann (featuring Garrick Ohlsson, piano)
Waterbury Symphony Orchestra
3 PM
Fine Arts Center, CT State – Naugatuck Valley (formerly NVCC), Waterbury, CT
A MasterWorks program including Schumann’s Symphony No. 2 and Brahm’s First Piano Concerto featuring renowned pianist Garrick Ohlsson as guest soloist.