A Season to Celebrate: What’s Coming to the Springfield Symphony Orchestra
- Oak Ivy
- Nov 19
- 2 min read
There’s nothing like the thrill of live music. The lights dim, the audience quiets, and the first notes fill the Clark State Performing Arts Center's Kuss Auditorium. Each year, the Springfield Symphony Orchestra brings that feeling to life — and this season promises to be one of the most exciting yet. From family favorites to breathtaking classical works, this lineup is full of creativity, connection, and pure joy.
This year’s theme is BEYOND THE SCORE “Where Music Comes Alive,” and it truly does. Each performance invites audiences to see and feel music in a whole new way.
November: Bugs Bunny at the Symphony
November 15, 2025
Cartoons, comedy, and classical music come together in an unforgettable evening of fun for all ages. The Springfield Symphony Orchestra performs live as classic Looney Tunes adventures — from Bugs Bunny to Elmer Fudd — play on the big screen. It’s a night of laughter, nostalgia, and musical brilliance that will delight both kids and adults.
January: Timeless Whimsy
January 24, 2026
The new year begins with charm and elegance. Timeless Whimsy celebrates classical beauty with a lighthearted touch, featuring the poetic melodies of Boieldieu's theatrical overture, Françaix’s Flower Clock with oboist Dwight Parry, and Clementi’s Symphony No. 4. This concert feels like an escape into another world — full of grace, humor, and imagination.
March: Virtuosity and Vision
March 14, 2026
This performance celebrates power and passion in equal measure. From Poulenc’s Les Biches to Saint-Saëns’ Violin Concerto No. 3, featuring rising star Njioma Grevious, and Sibelius’ triumphant Fifth Symphony, the evening promises an unforgettable showcase of skill, strength, and heart.
April: Mozart’s Requiem
April 18, 2026
Few works move the soul like Mozart’s Requiem. It’s powerful, mysterious, and deeply emotional. Performed with the Springfield Symphony Chorale, this concert offers a space for reflection and beauty. It’s more than music — it’s a shared experience that touches everyone in the room.
May: Carmen Reimagined
May 16, 2026
The season finale will take your breath away. Carmen Reimagined combines Bizet’s timeless opera with acrobatics, dance, and aerial artistry in collaboration with Troupe Vertigo. The result is a stunning fusion of sight and sound — bold, passionate, and unforgettable.
A Swingin’ Season with the Springfield Symphony Jazz Orchestra
The excitement doesn’t stop there. The Springfield Symphony Jazz Orchestra (SSJO) continues to bring the spirit of jazz to life with two more lively performances:
November 1 – The Roaring 20s, Celebrating the Jazz Age at the John Legend Theater,
$30 Buy Tickets
December 20 – A Swingin’ Big Band Holiday Party, FREE at Mother Stewart's Brewery
March 7 – Jazz Royalty: Ellington and Basie Reign, celebrating the SSJO’s first recording release, at the John Legend Theater, $30 Buy Tickets
Each concert is a reminder of how vibrant Springfield’s music scene truly is — full of history, heart, and incredible talent.
Join the Celebration
From classical masterpieces to jazz nights, this season is packed with unforgettable moments. You don’t have to travel to Dayton or Columbus to experience world-class performances — it’s all happening right here in Springfield, Ohio.
Join us for a concert, bring a friend, and feel the magic for yourself.
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