Community Programs
Discover more ways to connect with the music you love. The CFA offers a wide range of community-focused opportunities, including:
- Family-Friendly Access: Free-for-Kids tickets and the Seatmates program.
- Deep Dives: Pre-concert lectures, chats, and Open Rehearsals.
- Local Spotlight: Nightcaps for visiting arts organizations.
- Direct Learning: Masterclasses and individual lessons with Philharmonic musicians. Join our community of music lovers—contact the CFA for more information.
Community Programs
Discover more ways to connect with the music you love. The CFA offers a wide range of community-focused opportunities, including:
Family-Friendly Access: Free-for-Kids tickets and the Seatmates program.
Deep Dives: Pre-concert lectures, chats, and Open Rehearsals.
Local Spotlight: Nightcaps for visiting arts organizations.
Direct Learning: Masterclasses and individual lessons with Philharmonic musicians. Join our community of music lovers—contact the CFA for more information.
Free For Kids Concerts
Invite your children to the symphony—on us! Get up to two free tickets for kids ages 7–17 with each paid adult admission to select performances. From soaring classics to interactive “Kids Program” events, we make it easy and affordable to bring the entire family to the Philharmonic.
Philharmonic Kids for Homeschools
Turn the Pikes Peak Center into your classroom. Designed for young learners, our Philharmonic Kids concerts pair live orchestral performances with easy-to-use educational materials for home study. Whether you are part of a large co-op or a single family, we invite you to explore the “how” and “why” behind the music.
Nutcracker Student Dancers
Is your child ready to take the stage this holiday season? We invite student dancers (ages 7+) from across the region to audition for our annual Thanksgiving weekend performances of The Nutcracker.
This is more than just a performance; it’s a community tradition that offers young dancers a chance to grow. Your child will:
- Train and Practice: Work alongside a collaborative team of dancers to refine their skills and learn professional choreography.
- Perform with the Pros: Experience the thrill of the spotlight side-by-side with the Philharmonic and world-class guest artists.
- Build Connections: Join a cast of peers from across the community, fostering new friendships through a shared love of dance.
Help your child find their place in this holiday classic.
Registration details will be announced later this year.
Seatmates
Find your perfect concert companion. This unique initiative fosters connections between younger listeners and longtime concertgoers through a shared love of music. Participants meet before the performance to exchange stories about their musical journeys—from first instruments to favorite concerts—and then attend the show together. Join us to turn a single performance into a meaningful new friendship.
Side-by-Sides
Elevate your ensemble’s performance by sharing the stage with the Philharmonic. This immersive program matches student musicians with professional mentors for a side-by-side rehearsal and concert. It’s a rare opportunity for young artists to experience the rigor and thrill of professional orchestral life firsthand.
Side-By-Sides
Elevate your ensemble’s performance by sharing the stage with the Philharmonic. This immersive program matches student musicians with professional mentors for a side-by-side rehearsal and concert. It’s a rare opportunity for young artists to experience the rigor and thrill of professional orchestral life firsthand.
Philharmonic Kids for Homeschools
Turn the Pikes Peak Center into your classroom. Designed for young learners, our Philharmonic Kids concerts pair live orchestral performances with easy-to-use educational materials for home study. Whether you are part of a large co-op or a single family, we invite you to explore the “how” and “why” behind the music.
Nutcracker Student Dancers
Is your child ready to take the stage this holiday season? We invite student dancers (ages 7+) from across the region to audition for our annual Thanksgiving weekend performances of The Nutcracker.
This is more than just a performance; it’s a community tradition that offers young dancers a chance to grow. Your child will:
- Train and Practice: Work alongside a collaborative team of dancers to refine their skills and learn professional choreography.
- Perform with the Pros: Experience the thrill of the spotlight side-by-side with the Philharmonic and world-class guest artists.
- Build Connections: Join a cast of peers from across the community, fostering new friendships through a shared love of dance.
Help your child find their place in this holiday classic.
Registration details will be announced later this year.
Seatmates
Find your perfect concert companion. This unique initiative fosters connections between younger listeners and longtime concertgoers through a shared love of music. Participants meet before the performance to exchange stories about their musical journeys—from first instruments to favorite concerts—and then attend the show together. Join us to turn a single performance into a meaningful new friendship.
Philharmonic Cares
The Philharmonic is proud to support those who support us. Phil Cares is an exclusive appreciation program for local “care workers”—including nurses, first responders, firefighters, and elder-care providers. Through this initiative, community organizations can “opt-in” to receive last-minute notifications for complimentary pairs of tickets to upcoming performances at the Pikes Peak Center. It’s our way of saying “thank you” to the dedicated professionals who keep Colorado Springs safe and healthy.
Pre-Concert Lectures & Chats
Start your evening with a story. Join us 60 minutes before the concert for an informal chat with our guest artists and conductors. From Tchaikovsky’s secrets to the nuances of a new world premiere, get the “inside scoop” on the performance directly from the experts. Free for all ticket holders—just bring your curiosity!
Pre-Concert Lectures & Chats
Start your evening with a story. Join us 60 minutes before the concert for an informal chat with our guest artists and conductors. From Tchaikovsky’s secrets to the nuances of a new world premiere, get the “inside scoop” on the performance directly from the experts. Free for all ticket holders—just bring your curiosity!
Open Rehearsals
Discover the work behind the music. We welcome local organizations and professional groups to join us for select Open Rehearsals at the Pikes Peak Center. From low-key networking evenings to structured “behind-the-scenes” visits, these limited-capacity sessions offer a fascinating look at the professional creative process.
Open Rehearsals
Discover the work behind the music. We welcome local organizations and professional groups to join us for select Open Rehearsals at the Pikes Peak Center. From low-key networking evenings to structured “behind-the-scenes” visits, these limited-capacity sessions offer a fascinating look at the professional creative process.
Masterclass
Our Masterclass series offers dedicated musicians a platform for professional growth and artistic discovery. Participants perform for a small group and engage in a “mini-lesson” with a visiting guest artist, gaining unique insights into interpretation, technique, and performance presence. Due to the intensive nature of these sessions, availability is limited and geared toward advanced-level players.
Masterclass
Our Masterclass series offers dedicated musicians a platform for professional growth and artistic discovery. Participants perform for a small group and engage in a “mini-lesson” with a visiting guest artist, gaining unique insights into interpretation, technique, and performance presence. Due to the intensive nature of these sessions, availability is limited and geared toward advanced-level players.
CFA Journal
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United by Creativity: Launching the Arts Education Symposium This past Tuesday, the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region hosted its inaugural Arts Education Symposium: [...]
Philharmonic Brass Quintet Visits Cripple Creek-Victor The Center for Future Audiences and the Colorado Springs Philharmonic recently took a scenic trip to Cripple Creek for [...]
The Center for Future Audiences and the Colorado Springs Philharmonic were thrilled to host the middle school band and choir students from Canon Exploratory School [...]
The Center for Future Audiences and the Colorado Springs Philharmonic recently transported the Pikes Peak Center to a galaxy far, far away. Specifically, on May [...]
The Center for Future Audiences and the Colorado Springs Philharmonic recently navigated some unique logistics to bring world-class music to the classroom. Specifically, Maestra Chloé [...]
The Center for Future Audiences and the Colorado Springs Philharmonic are thrilled to celebrate a remarkable educator. On Sunday, April 26th, we officially named Megan [...]
The Center for Future Audiences and the Colorado Springs Philharmonic proudly celebrated the talent of our local schools during the Marsalis/Rachmaninoff Masterworks concert. Specifically, April [...]
The Center for Future Audiences and the Colorado Springs Philharmonic continued their community mission with an exciting school visit. Specifically, on Thursday, April 23rd, Music [...]
The Center for Future Audiences and the Colorado Springs Philharmonic recently hosted an unforgettable evening to celebrate our 99th anniversary. The Luminous Gala took place [...]
The Center for Future Audiences and the Colorado Springs Philharmonic recently provided a rare opportunity for local young talent. Specifically, members of the Colorado Springs [...]
The Center for Future Audiences and the Colorado Springs Philharmonic recently brought professional artistry to the local youth music community. Specifically, on April 20th, Music [...]
The Center for Future Audiences and the Colorado Springs Philharmonic recently brought professional expertise to North Middle School. Specifically, on April 17th, Associate Conductor Thomas [...]
The energy at the Pikes Peak Center was already electric this past Saturday, April 11th. Our Wickedly Broadway performance with the Colorado Springs Philharmonic had [...]
Joye Levy, Director of the Center for Future Audiences, and Andschana Aljets, El Paso County Special Events Supervisor, sat down with FOX21 Morning News to [...]
The Center for Future Audiences (CFA) was recently featured on the “Springs and Things” podcast to discuss a vital community mission. Specifically, Joye Levy, Director [...]
The Center for Future Audiences and the Colorado Springs Philharmonic provided a vibrant pre-concert treat for patrons during the March 14th performance of the Grieg [...]
On Friday, March 13th, the Colorado Springs Philharmonic and the Center for Future Audiences (CFA) brought the excitement of the concert hall directly into the [...]
You’d be hard-pressed to name an art form that Joye Levy hasn’t lived, loved, or administered in some way. From theaters to galleries to working [...]
On Wednesday, February 25th, the Colorado Springs Philharmonic continued its mission of musical discovery. Specifically, we visited two third-grade classes at Monterey Elementary School in [...]
