Holiday Gift Guide 2025
Discover the perfect gifts for the music lovers in your life
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Pairings Concerts
Enjoy a slightly shorter performance with no intermission, a fun theme, and a free drink. Pairings concerts are designed to be more accessible for those new to the ESO or looking for a delightful night out. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about the music being performed, as the conductor guides audiences through the pieces.
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Jean-Marie & Martini
February 13, 2026 ● 8:00 PM
Following their thrilling initial collaboration in 2024, ESO Music Director Jean-Marie Zeitouni and award-winning Canadian pianist Jaeden Izik-Dzurko reunite to perform Johannes Brahms’ towering Second Piano Concerto alongside Bright Sheng's entrancing orchestral works Prelude and The Black Swan in honour of the Lunar New Year.
Beethoven & Beer
March 20, 2026 ● 8:00 PM
Beethoven subtitled his sixth Symphony “Pastorale - Recollections of Country Life” and filled it with innovative orchestral depictions of nature, including birdsong, a flowing stream, and a thunderstorm. Camille Saint-Saëns’ philosophy that “form is the essence of art” is wonderfully realized in his compact and eloquent Cello Concerto No. 1, featuring Montreal-born Jean-Guihen Queyras in his long overdue Edmonton debut.
Rachmaninoff on the Rocks
June 12, 2026 ● 8:00 PM
Hear Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, a set of 24 variations that is bursting with energy and passion, performed by Harmony Zhu in her ESO debut.
Perfect Date Night!
Get a free drink or food item with each Pairings concert ticket.
* Subject to availability. Discount will appear in the cart. Offer available only in Price Level 2. Limit of 8 tickets per concert per household. This offer cannot be combined with other discounts or offers. This offer is only available for the following concerts: Jean-Marie & Martini, Beethoven & Beer, and Rachmaninoff On The Rocks. Offer ends December 23, 2025, at 11:59 PM (MT).
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New Music Concerts
Experience the pulse of today’s orchestral world as the ESO performs bold, contemporary works that reflect our time. Hear new voices, fresh stories, and the next generation of composers shaping the future of music.
Love Letters to Alberta
February 20, 2026 ● 8:00 PM
Join us for an affectionate salute to composers who call Alberta home. Enjoy a unique variety of orchestral styles by three generations of contemporary creators. You'll experience world premieres by local student Annika Schoenhardt and Cree composer Cris Derksen, alongside music inspired by Arthurian mythology (Estacio), contemporary multitasking (Fung), the Great Lakes (Toews), and sunlight dancing through ice crystals (Bell). Music Director Jean-Marie Zeitouni conducts this special concert of music by friends and neighbours.
The Forest Reclaims the Land
April 24, 2026 ● 8:00 PM
Last season’s concert featuring Dinuk Wijeratne achieved instant legendary status. He cast a spell over the audience as well as the musicians, conjuring a communal musical experience of rare beauty. Don’t miss his return, conducting music that’s close to his heart, including a dramatic and emotionally wrought concerto written for concertmaster Robert Uchida, and a serene, impressionistic tone poem inspired by the majesty of a forest. Wijeratne describes the musical fabric of his own tone poem as “a multiplicity of voices, lines, and themes that decide – on a whim – when to coalesce and coexist”.
* Subject to availability. Discount will appear in the cart. Offer excludes Price Level 3. Service charges not included. Limit of 8 tickets per concert per household. This offer cannot be combined with other discounts or offers. This offer is only available for the following concerts: Love Letters to Alberta and The Forest Reclaims the Land. Offer ends December 23, 2025, at 11:59 PM (MT).
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Maestro Pack
Starting at $98 for 3 concerts*
Love Letters to Alberta
February 20, 2026 ● 8:00 PM
Celebrate Alberta’s musical creativity with works by John Estacio, Vivian Fung, and Cris Derksen alongside exciting premieres from emerging composers. A heartfelt showcase of homegrown talent, inspired by landscapes, legends, and life on the Prairies.
Beethoven's "Pastoral" Symphony
March 21 & 22, 2026 ● 7:30 PM / 2:00 PM
Escape to the countryside in Beethoven’s “Pastoral” Symphony, brimming with birdsong, storms, and serenity. Jean-Guihen Queyras brings warmth to Saint-Saëns’ Cello Concerto No. 1, while Vivian Fung’s Parade joyfully explores togetherness after solitude.
Forbidden Love: Brahms, Tchaikovsky & Wagner
February 14 & 15, 2026 ● 7:30 PM / 2:00 PM
Romance meets tragedy in a program steeped in passion. Pianist Jaeden Izik-Dzurko returns with Brahms’ majestic Piano Concerto No. 2, paired with Wagner’s yearning Tristan and Isolde Prelude and Tchaikovsky’s fiery Francesca da Rimini.
Leading Ladies of Broadway
March 13 & 14, 2026 ● 7:30 PM
Broadway’s brightest stars shine in a night of powerhouse vocals and show-stopping hits. Hear favourites from Wicked, Mary Poppins, West Side Story, Funny Girl, Evita, Chicago, The Phantom of the Opera, and more – a dazzling celebration of theatre’s leading ladies.
Carmina Burana
May 22 – 24, 2026 ● 7:30 PM / 2:00 PM
“O Fortuna!” rings out as Orff’s Carmina Burana ignites the stage with raw power, passion, and unforgettable choral grandeur. Featuring Ravel’s sumptuous Daphnis et Chloé: Suite No. 2 and a new ESO commission by Canadian composer Julien Bilodeau.
* Subject to availability. Service charges not included. Discount will appear in the cart. Offer not available in lowest price level. Limit of 8 tickets per concert per household. This offer cannot be combined with other discounts or offers. This offer is only available for the following concerts: Mozart & Stravinsky: Tradition to Innovation, Forbidden Love: Brahms, Tchaikovsky & Wagner, Love Letters to Alberta, Leading Ladies of Broadway, Beethoven’s “Pastoral” Symphony, and Carmina Burana. Offer ends December 23, 2025, at 11:59 PM (MT).
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Symphony for Kids
$21 youth tickets • Adult tickets starting at $31*
Give your child the gift of a musical experience made for just for them. Symphony for Kids features one-hour concerts chosen specifically for kids – with no intermission and lots of fresh popcorn! Be sure to arrive early for family-friendly musical activities and crafts throughout the lobby. This year’s Symphony for Kids theme is storytelling, with each show letting our audience help create a story with us. Watch your child fall in love with live music as your Edmonton Symphony Orchestra helps spark lifelong musical curiosity.
Kiwis Can't Play the Violin
January 25, 2026 ● 2:30 PM
Experience the heartwarming story, Kiwis Can't Play the Violin, by Pierre Rivard alongside an enchanting full-orchestral score by Emilie LeBel (world premiere). Follow Kiwi on a journey to get a violin and join the orchestra, overcoming challenges and learning about the wonders that encouragement can accomplish.
Because
March 29, 2026 ● 2:30 PM
A powerful tale of how chance, discovery, and persistence changed the life of a young girl. Be inspired by this moving tale of a young girl's journey to center stage told through music. This heartwarming story is a powerful symphony of chance, discovery, and perseverance that influences the main character's life goals of becoming an aspiring conductor and composer. The ESO brings Mo Willems’ award-winning book Because to life, with music written by Jessie Montgomery, in this symphony of serendipity, reminding us that sometimes the smallest moments have the biggest impact.
Wild Symphony
May 31, 2026 ● 2:30 PM
A groundbreaking musical adventure from internationally bestselling author Dan Brown. Embark on a journey of discovery and friendship with Wild Symphony, an interactive picture book and live concert experience detailing the adventures of Maestro Mouse and his companions from the animal kingdom. Fusing family-friendly sounds and pithy poetry with a positive message, Wild Symphony is an immersive feast for eyes, ears, and mind — all at the same time.
* Subject to availability. Services charges not included. Discount will appear in the cart. Offer available only in Price Level 2. Service charges not included. Limit of 8 tickets per concert per household. This offer cannot be combined with other discounts or offers. This offer is only available for the following concerts: Kiwis Can’t Play The Violin, Because, and Wild Symphony. Offer ends December 23, 2025, at 11:59 PM (MT).
Symphony Stocking Stuffers
Tickets are selling fast for these special concerts!
ESO MOVIE MUSIC SPECIAL
THE MAGICAL MUSIC OF HARRY POTTER
June 26 & 27 • 2:00 PM / 7:30 PM
All aboard the Hogwarts Express! Relive the magic of all eight Harry Potter films, featuring John Williams’ unforgettable themes and music from the entire saga – pure enchantment for wizards and Muggles alike.
ESO VIDEO GAME MUSIC SPECIAL
FINAL SYMPHONYMUSIC FROM FINAL FANTASY
June 5 & 6 • 2:00 PM / 7:30 PM
Experience the legendary music of FINAL FANTASY® through the power of a live orchestra. Final Symphony is a worldwide sensation, bringing the iconic games’ emotion and beauty to life for gamers and music lovers alike.
ESO ROBBINS POPS
THE BILLY JOEL SONGBOOK
January 30 & 31 • 2:00 PM / 7:30 PM
Experience Billy Joel’s greatest hits with Tony DeSare’s soulful vocals and dynamic piano, backed by full symphonic orchestrations in this high-energy tribute concert.
ESO CLASSICS
VIVALDI’S FOUR SEASONS
February 5 & 6 • 7:30 PM
Experience Vivaldi’s timeless Four Seasons, paired with Shostakovich’s haunting Chamber Symphony and Biber’s vivid Battaglia – a journey through nature, conflict, and human emotion.
* Subject to availability. Service charges not included. Final Symphony © & 2013–2024 Merregnon Studios. Created, directed and produced by Thomas Böcker. Licensed by Square Enix. FINAL FANTASY is a registered trademark or trademark of Square Enix Group Co., Ltd.
Rockin' Nights Out
LIVE AT THE WINSPEAR PRESENTS CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE
LED ZEPPELIN IV
Friday, January 16, 2026 ● 7:30 PM
Whether you grew up with this record or are hearing it fresh, this performance will take you right to the heart of rock ‘n’ roll’s golden age, one track at a time. From the iconic guitar solo of “Stairway to Heaven” to the delicate beauty of “Going to California,” every note is performed with precision and passion.
LIVE AT THE WINSPEAR PRESENTS CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE
The Beatles: Abbey Road
Saturday, May 16, 2026 ● 7:30 PM
This is an album that demands respect – from the lush arrangements to the groundbreaking production, every track is performed exactly as you remember it. Get ready to relive a defining moment in music history with this concert.
ESO ROBBINS POPS
Hollywood Rocks!
May 29 & 30, 2026 ● 7:30 PM / 2:00 PM
Lights … camera … rock! Broadway singers rock on with the orchestra as we roll out a collection of classics that have powered big-screen soundtracks for decades. You’ll experience favourites from films like Rocketman, Top Gun: Maverick, Grease, Tommy, Back to the Future, Rock of Ages, Elvis, Yesterday, and more.
LIVE IS ALL YOU NEED PRESENTS
ONES – The Beatles #1 Hits
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 ● 7:30 PM
27 number one hit songs on a big screen and big stage. “The most exciting Beatles presentation in decades,” (Cashbox) features a 24-piece performance of top musicians who faithfully recreate the sound of the original hit records with orchestra, period correct instruments, and top performers. An experience no Beatles fan can miss!
Chamber Music Concerts
GARNEAU STRING QUARTET: MEET THE SCHUMANNS
FEATURING MEAGAN MILATZ
Monday, January 19 • 7:30 PM
Celebrate the brilliance of Robert and Clara Schumann in a program pairing her elegant Soirées Musicales with his exuberant Piano Quintet, performed by pianist Meagan Milatz and ESO musicians plus Bartók’s striking String Quartet No. 6.
BACH & SYMPHONY FOR ORGAN
FEATURING KAROL MOSSAKOWSKI ON THE DAVIS CONCERT ORGAN
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 ● 7:30 PM
Polish organist Karol Mossakowski makes his Winspear debut with Bach’s radiant Schübler Chorales – each paired with his own inspired improvisations – and Widor’s majestic Organ Symphony No. 5, crowned by the famous Toccata.
EDMONTON RECITAL SOCIETY PRESENTS
BACH CELLO EXTRAVAGANZA
Monday, February 23, 2026 ● 7:30 PM
Hear Bach’s timeless Cello Suites in an intimate setting with Edmonton’s finest cellists – Rafael Hoekman, Julie Hereish, and Dong Kyun An. Experience the depth and beauty of each suite up close. This performance is dedicated to the memory of Tanya Prochazka.
ANNA LAPWOOD IN CONCERT
AN ORGAN RECITAL FEATURING THE DAVIS CONCERT ORGAN
Saturday, April 25, 2026 ● 7:30 PM
International star and social media sensation Anna Lapwood brings her spellbinding artistry to the Winspear. Her program blends cinematic scores and luminous minimalist works, revealing the full power and poetry of the Davis Concert Organ.
ESO Christmas Concerts
HANDEL’S MESSIAH
FEATURING CHORUS INSPIRA
December 12 & 13, 2025 ● 7:30 PM
Rejoice! Handel’s sacred work, a beloved holiday staple, returns to the Winspear. This classic Christmas tradition will put you in the holiday mood with its splendid arias and glorious choral sections, including the famous “Hallelujah” chorus.
CHRISTMAS WITH JOHNNY REID
December 14 – 16, 2025 ● 7:30 PM
JUNO Award-winning singersongwriter Johnny Reid is welcoming the holiday season with the ESO! With a joyful mix of personal favourites and Christmas classics, Reid and his band are going to give you a fun evening full of Christmas spirit. Youth tickets not available.
A Very Merry Pops
December 19 - 20 & 22 - 23, 2025 ● 7:30 PM / 2:00 PM
Our annual holiday pops is a must-see concert filled with beloved Christmas songs. Conducted by Bob Bernhardt, and featuring internationally acclaimed singer Mikaela Bennett and some of Edmonton’s finest choirs, you’ll enjoy holiday hits such as Silent Night, Sleigh Ride, and more!
Hollywood for the Holidays
December 29 & 30, 2025 ● 7:30 PM / 2:00 PM
Hear your favourite music from the big screen performed live, from KPop Demon Hunters to Wicked to The Godfather, plus your favourite Disney movies. Vocal powerhouse Ariana Whitlow returns to the Winspear stage to bring your favourite movies to life with your Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. Perfect for movie lovers of any generation, this is a magical experience your whole family will love!
Christmas at the Winspear Presented by
* Subject to availability. Services charges not included. Youth tickets not available for Christmas With Johnny Reid. For more information on Member tickets, see page 25. Programs and artists subject to change.
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Symphony for Kids
$21 youth tickets • Adult tickets starting at $31*
Give your child the gift of a musical experience made for just for them. Symphony for Kids features one-hour concerts chosen specifically for kids – with no intermission and lots of fresh popcorn! Be sure to arrive early for family-friendly musical activities and crafts throughout the lobby. This year’s Symphony for Kids theme is storytelling, with each show letting our audience help create a story with us. Watch your child fall in love with live music as your Edmonton Symphony Orchestra helps spark lifelong musical curiosity.
Kiwis Can't Play the Violin
January 25, 2026 ● 2:30 PM
Experience the heartwarming story, Kiwis Can't Play the Violin, by Pierre Rivard alongside an enchanting full-orchestral score by Emilie LeBel (world premiere). Follow Kiwi on a journey to get a violin and join the orchestra, overcoming challenges and learning about the wonders that encouragement can accomplish.
Because
March 29, 2026 ● 2:30 PM
A powerful tale of how chance, discovery, and persistence changed the life of a young girl. Be inspired by this moving tale of a young girl's journey to center stage told through music. This heartwarming story is a powerful symphony of chance, discovery, and perseverance that influences the main character's life goals of becoming an aspiring conductor and composer. The ESO brings Mo Willems’ award-winning book Because to life, with music written by Jessie Montgomery, in this symphony of serendipity, reminding us that sometimes the smallest moments have the biggest impact.
Wild Symphony
May 31, 2026 ● 2:30 PM
A groundbreaking musical adventure from internationally bestselling author Dan Brown. Embark on a journey of discovery and friendship with Wild Symphony, an interactive picture book and live concert experience detailing the adventures of Maestro Mouse and his companions from the animal kingdom. Fusing family-friendly sounds and pithy poetry with a positive message, Wild Symphony is an immersive feast for eyes, ears, and mind — all at the same time.
* Subject to availability. Services charges not included. Discount will appear in the cart. Offer available only in Price Level 2. Service charges not included. Limit of 8 tickets per concert per household. This offer cannot be combined with other discounts or offers. This offer is only available for the following concerts: Kiwis Can’t Play The Violin, Because, and Wild Symphony. Offer ends December 23, 2025, at 11:59 PM (MT).
For Ages 1 – 5
Musical Mornings
Jan 11, Mar 28, Jun 14
45-minute concerts at 9:00 AM & 10:30 AM
Back by popular demand! Join Ms. Kate for a musical morning and meet professional musicians and their instruments! Together, you’ll sing, laugh, and be amazed by all the things different instruments can do with a fun variety of familiar tunes at each concert. Come and learn with your child in the upstairs lobby of the Winspear Centre. Bring a pillow or your favourite blankie for floor seating!
$10 adults • $18 kids
Free for infants under 6 months
Buy 2 adult tickets, get 20% off kids tickets*
* Subject to availability. Discount will appear in the cart. Service charges not included. Limit of 8 tickets per concert per household. This offer cannot be combined with other discounts or offers. This offer is only available for Musical Mornings concerts.
For Children 0 – 3 Years Old
Music Box Babies
Thurs, Sat, or Sun mornings starting in January
10 weekly classes • 45 minutes each
Parents, do you know that your baby has memories of the music they heard before they were even born? Nurture your child’s innate musicality and help them create strong musical connections and foundations with this engaging program designed specifically for babies and toddlers. This program offers weekly classes for 0–12 months, 12–24 months, and 24–36 months.
* Subject to availability. Service charges not included. Programs subject to change.
For 6 – 12 Year Olds
PD Day Camp
From 9 AM – 4 PM
Looking for a fun-filled and educational day? Children are invited for a day of musical exploration at the Winspear Centre. Instrument discoveries, behind-the-scenes access, meeting professional musicians, games, arts and crafts, and more will fuel your passion for music while making new friends. Each PD Day Camp is a unique experience and activities will vary.
* Subject to availability. Service charges not included. Programs subject to change.
For 8 – 12 Year Olds
Spring Break Camp: Music Creators
March 30 – April 2 • From 9 AM – 4 PM daily
Spend your Spring Break in the wonderful world of music-making. Children are invited for 4 days of musical exploration at the Winspear Centre. We will explore the art of composing, arranging, and performing music over the course of this camp. Your child will have the opportunity to hone their skills in music making with instrument exploration and creative process practice under the guidance of professional musicians.
- Instruments are provided
- No prior music instruction is required
* Subject to availability. Service charges not included. Programs subject to change.
For Ages 22+
B-Sides
Wednesday, February 18 ● 7:00 PM
This is your chance to sit “B-Side” a musician from the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. You’ll get a unique behind the scenes glimpse of a real orchestra at work while playing music alongside them. If you’re an instrumental musician – or you used to play and thought those days were behind you – it’s time to bring out your orchestral instrument and join the ESO on stage at the Winspear Centre for an evening rehearsal, led by ESO Music Director Jean-Marie Zeitouni!
Repertoire:
- STRAVINSKY Selections from Firebird Suite
- ROSSINI Overture to William Tell
* Subject to availability. Service charges not included. Programs subject to change.
For Ages 18+
Scratch Class
From 7:00 – 8:15 PM
It’s never too late to start learning an instrument! This beginner-friendly program is designed for adults with little to no musical experience who want to live out their dream of playing the violin or cello. Participants will attend a group lesson for 75 mins per week for five weeks and learn to play from scratch! You can expect a foundation of basic technique including good posture, sound production, and learning beginner melodies. An instrument will be provided to each participant for the duration of the program. No experience needed!
* Subject to availability. Service charges not included. Programs subject to change.
Demystifying Music
Mondays at 7:00 PM • 60 Minute Classes
Curious about how music works? Our popular musical appreciation series Demystifying Music is made for you. Guided by an experienced music educator, these relaxed, no-pressure evening courses are your chance to learn everything you wanted to know about music but were afraid to ask! No prior music knowledge is needed and all levels are welcome.
DEMYSTIFYING MUSICAL ERAS
January 12 – February 2
When we talk about “classical music” what do we actually mean? This course focuses on the foundational “eras” of orchestral music: Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Modern. Discover how tastes and fashions gave each era its distinctive sounds and feels, and the composers who defined our understanding of each period.
DEMYSTIFYING THE PROGRAM
April 13 – May 4
What’s the difference between a Sonata, Symphony, or Concerto? In this course, you’ll define the basics of musical language so you know what to expect from your concert program. Then, you’ll explore how great composers take these building blocks and break all the rules to create the orchestral pieces that keep you enthralled as you listen.
* Subject to availability. Service charges not included. Programs subject to change.
For Children 0 – 3 Years Old
Music Box Babies
Thurs, Sat, or Sun mornings starting in January
10 weekly classes • 45 minutes each
Parents, do you know that your baby has memories of the music they heard before they were even born? Nurture your child’s innate musicality and help them create strong musical connections and foundations with this engaging program designed specifically for babies and toddlers. This program offers weekly classes for 0–12 months, 12–24 months, and 24–36 months.
* Subject to availability. Service charges not included. Programs subject to change.
For 6 – 12 Year Olds
PD Day Camp
From 9 AM – 4 PM
Looking for a fun-filled and educational day? Children are invited for a day of musical exploration at the Winspear Centre. Instrument discoveries, behind-the-scenes access, meeting professional musicians, games, arts and crafts, and more will fuel your passion for music while making new friends. Each PD Day Camp is a unique experience and activities will vary.
* Subject to availability. Service charges not included. Programs subject to change.
For 8 – 12 Year Olds
Spring Break Camp: Music Creators
March 30 – April 2 • From 9 AM – 4 PM daily
Spend your Spring Break in the wonderful world of music-making. Children are invited for 4 days of musical exploration at the Winspear Centre. We will explore the art of composing, arranging, and performing music over the course of this camp. Your child will have the opportunity to hone their skills in music making with instrument exploration and creative process practice under the guidance of professional musicians.
- Instruments are provided
- No prior music instruction is required
* Subject to availability. Service charges not included. Programs subject to change.
Compose Your Own
‘Tis the season to bundle up!
When you bundle 3 or 4 ESO concerts, you save 15%. Customize your picks or choose from our three pre-selected gift packs. It's that easy to start saving with Compose Your Own.
High Energy Pack
Feel the power of music that moves worlds: Vivaldi’s electrifying Four Seasons, Orff’s monumental Carmina Burana, and a thrilling symphonic journey through space in Cosmic Voyage. Passion, rhythm, and awe collide in this high-voltage concert trio.
VIVALDI’S FOUR SEASONS
February 5 • 7:30 PM
Robert Uchida, Leader & ESO Violin
A COSMIC VOYAGE: SYMPHONY IN SPACE
April 17 & 18 • 7:30 PM
Conducted by John Morris Russell
CARMINA BURANA
May 22 & 23 • 7:30 PM
May 24 • 2:00 PM
Conducted by Jean-Marie Zeitouni
Claire de Sévigné, Soprano
Andrew Haji, Tenor
Phillip Addis, Baritone
Korora, Òran, Shumayela,
YAVIR Ukranian Male Chorus (choirs)
Epic Orchestra Pack
Experience the full force of the symphony in three breathtaking concerts – from Poulenc’s dazzling Concerto for Two Pianos to Holst’s cosmic The Planets and Rachmaninoff’s passionate Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini. Majestic, moving, and unforgettable.
CONCERTO FOR TWO PIANOS
April 10 & 11 • 7:30 PM
Conducted by Jessica Cottis
Sara Davis Buechner, Piano
Jessica Yuma, Piano
ALBERTA IN HARMONY: THE PLANETS
April 30 • 7:30 PM
Conducted by Naomi Woo
Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra
RACHMANINOFF’S RHAPSODY
June 11 & 13 • 7:30 PM
Conducted by Kerem Hasan
Harmony Zhu, Piano
Powerful Vocals Pack
From Broadway showstoppers to rock anthems and Billy Joel classics, this trio of concerts showcases powerhouse voices and full symphonic sound. Experience unforgettable performances that bring passion, nostalgia, and star power to the Winspear stage.
THE BILLY JOEL SONGBOOK
January 30 • 7:30 PM
January 31 • 2:00 PM, 7:30 PM
Conducted by Bill Eddins
Tony DeSare, Vocalist
LEADING LADIES OF BROADWAY
March 13 & 14 • 7:30 PM
Conducted by Jean-Marie Zeitouni
Scarlett Strallen, Vocalist
Alli Mauzey, Vocalist
Dee Roscioli, Vocalist
HOLLYWOOD ROCKS!
May 29 • 7:30 PM
May 30 • 2:00 PM, 7:30 PM
Conducted by Stuart Chafetz
Julie Reiber, Vocalist
Bryce Ryness, Vocalist
Brian Kushmaul, Drums
* Compose Your Own packages cannot include ESO Pairings, Specials, or Symphony For Kids concerts. Subject to availability. Services charges not included. Programs and artists subject to change.
Your All Access Pass to the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra
✓ Get $10 tickets to any ESO concert
✓ Choose from 75+ performances
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* Subject to availability. Services charges not included. For any ESO, Vital Organ, or Garneau String Quartet concert at the Winspear Centre. Service fee of $3.00 per ticket. $10 tickets exclude highest and lowest price level. Price Level 1 is available at $25.
ESO Series Subscriptions
Prorated packages are available for the remainder of the season
A series subscription gives you an expertly curated package of concerts suited to your musical tastes and preferred day of the week. Subscribing ensures that you will enjoy an entire season of excellent performances by your ESO from the seat you love, while saving you money.
* Conditions may apply. Subject to availability. Services charges not included.
Winspear Centre Gift Certificates
Give the gift of choice! Perfect for the person who has everything.
Available in any denomination, gift certificates can be used to purchase tickets to any Edmonton Symphony Orchestra or Live at the Winspear concert, plus other events held at the Winspear Centre. Our gift certificates never expire and can also be used towards an ESO Monthly Membership or any of our Musical Learning classes for kids or adults.
Gift certificates can be used for ESO Specials like The Magical Music of Harry Potter
Or use them for big concerts like Classic Albums Live's The Beatles: Abbey Road
Even Musical Learning programs like B-Sides accept Winspear gift certificates
Donate To The ESO
Support live orchestral music in your community. Your donation makes it possible for musicians to live and work full time in Alberta and allows the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra to bring music to life on the Winspear stage and across Alberta.
There's even more reason to give today! Before December 31, the first 10 new or increased monthly pledges to the ESO will unlock a $1,000 bonus donation from David and Carol Cass!
Donate To YONA
Contribute to music programming for social change. YONA (Youth Orchestra of Northern Alberta) is a program in central Edmonton schools, the Winspear Centre, and on Alexander First Nation that includes afterschool care, healthy snacks, play time, tutoring, and orchestral music lessons, for free, five days a week.
Thanks to EPCOR, your gift will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $25,000! Give today and double your impact for kids at Ivor Dent and across YONA.
Donate To The Winspear Expansion
Donate to expand the Winspear Centre. Construction is underway on a key building block for Edmonton's downtown—a reimagined Winspear Centre. When completed, it will fundamentally change the way people use the Winspear, opening it for everyone, every day, building a new 550 guest venue, and increasing programming for children and musicians.
Every Donor Makes a Difference
You can make our community a better place through the power of music.
We will recognize you, or someone you choose, for your gift to the ESO and the Winspear Centre in these special ways, with new benefits added at each level:
| Gift Amount | Impact | Recognition |
|---|---|---|
| $100 OR MORE | The cost of a music stand for children to use at the new YONA site, opening in January 2026. | Donor names in our publications, such as the Gratitude Report. |
| $500 OR MORE | Pays the license fee to perform a piece of music, including a royalty to the composer for their work. | Invitations to exclusive behind-thescenes events where you can see what it takes to run a concert hall and professional orchestra. |
| $1,000 OR MORE | Provides indoor shoes for YONA students at the new YONA site. | A limited-edition special gift from the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and the Winspear Centre at the end of the season. |
| $2,500 OR MORE | Helps transform the Winspear into one of the world's only community music centres, with a second performance hall, studios, classroom space, and programming all day for children and families. | Join the Orchestra Circle, which includes ticket presales, parking passes next to the Winspear Centre for evenings and weekends, and access to our private donor lounge, the Founders’ Room. This year, $2,500 gifts will also be recognized with your name on the donor wall of the Winspear Expansion. |