ESO Encounters
Are you 18 - 35?
Do you love music?
ESO Encounters is a brand-new FREE annual membership program for ages 18-35. Members will have the opportunity to join a community of music lovers, hear special guest speakers, and attend free pre-concert receptions.
If you are 18-35, become a member of ESO Encounters today for FREE!
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Your ESO Encounters membership allows you to buy 1 ticket (per membership) to all ESO performances throughout the season for only $25 each, including fees, from Classics to Pops and even Specials!
We recommend buying tickets for performances that have ESO Encounters pre-concert receptions. Enjoy tasty food, make new friends, and listen to special guest speakers - all included in your membership.
ESO Encounters ticket prices are only available in Price Levels 2, 3 & 4 for Classics, Robbins Pops or ESO Specials, and in Price Level 2 for Pairings, New Music or Symphony For Kids concerts.
Your ESO Encounters membership allows you to buy 1 ticket (per membership) to all ESO performances throughout the season for only $25 each, including fees, from Classics to Pops and even Specials! ESO Encounters ticket prices are not available in Price Levels 1 and 5 for Classics, Robbins Pops or ESO Specials or in Price Levels 1 or 3 for Pairings, New Music, or Symphony for Kids concerts.
We recommend buying tickets for performances that have ESO Encounters pre-concert receptions. Enjoy tasty food, make new friends, and listen to special guest speakers - all included in your membership.
Your exclusive perks for becoming a member:
Discounted ESO Concert Tickets
Gain access to $25 tickets (including fees) for all ESO concerts all sesaon long.
Pre-concert receptions
Enjoy free food and special guests at designated events throughout the season.
Networking Opportunities
Make friends and mingle with other young music lovers, students and professionals.
Musical Creativity Discount
10% discount on Musical Creativity programming.
Free coat check
Enjoy your concerts with even greater comfort and ease.
Email Updates
Be the first to know about exclusive events and more.
ESO ENCOUNTERS MEMBERS CAN ENJOY A FREE RECEPTION AT THESE CONCERTS:
ONLY October 28, 2023
ESO Robbins Pops
The Magnificent Music of John Williams
Conducted by Robert Bernhardt
From Jurassic Park to Saving Private Ryan, John Williams’ iconic works have delighted generations of movie fans.
November 30, 2023
ESO New Music
Of Time & Flames: Poetry in Music
Curated by Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser
Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser, Canada’s self-described Disruptor Conductor and musical activist, leads four visionary new orchestral works composed in the last three tumultuous years.
February 9, 2024
ESO Pairings
Mendelssohn & Hope
Conducted by Jessica Cottis
Conductor Jessica Cottis champions a piece written as the world began its recovery from the pandemic. You’ll also hear about how Mendelssohn’s travels inspired him to write his famous “Scottish” symphony.
ONLY April 26, 2024
ESO Robbins Pops
Celeigh Cardinal with the ESO
Conducted by Lucas Waldin
Edmonton’s Celeigh Cardinal makes her ESO debut. This JUNO award-winning, Metis soul-folk singer/songwriter brings humour, passion, and endless energy to the stage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ESO Encounters is a free membership program for ages 18-35. Members get access to discounted ESO tickets, invitations to exclusive events, and more.
You can get $25 tickets, including fees, for all ESO performances including Classics, Pops, New Music, Pairings, Symphony for Kids, and Specials. Live at the Winspear and third-party concerts are not eligible.
You can pick any seats that are available in Price Levels 2, 3 & 4 for Classics, Robbins Pops or ESO Specials, and in Price Level 2 for Pairings, New Music or Symphony For Kids concerts.
You can book as many tickets as you want, but only 1 per concert will be at the discounted rate. If your friend is 18-35, they can sign up for an ESO Encounters membership and book their own tickets at the discounted rate.
