Celebrate the season with one of Colorado Springs’ most cherished traditions. The Philharmonic and the Colorado Springs Chorale, Colorado Springs Children's Chorale, and community singers from the Pikes Peak region join forces to fill the holidays with music, joy, and inspiration for every generation.
This intimate gathering for Christmas Symphony with the Colorado Springs Chorale is only offered to Maestro’s Circle and Spotlight Society members in recognition of their wonderful encouragement. Maestro’s Circle members are invited to Musical Chairs, where they sit onstage, elbow-to-elbow with the musicians and experience the intensity of a live performance. Spotlight Society members sit in […]
Step into a realm of holiday magic this Thanksgiving with Clara, the Sugar Plum Fairy, and the wicked Mouse King. Tchaikovsky’s magical score takes the stage with the University of Oklahoma School of Dance and Oklahoma City Ballet. Read Full Program Notes Here.
It begins with four notes that changed music forever. Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony storms the stage in a defiant journey from darkness to triumphant light. Hannah Kendall’s Spark Catchers gives voice to working women in 1800’s London factories, while Michael Daugherty paints the labor and fire of Detroit steel. Together, these works blaze with resilience, struggle, […]
Tom Cruise soars on the big screen with the entire Philharmonic for a journey of courage and sacrifice at full throttle.
Feel the music of John Williams—a legendary sound that stirs hearts, sparks imagination, and transcends cinema in a spectacular night of symphonic magic. The evening will be hosted by Tim Greiving, author of John Williams: A Composer's Life. Learn more about his book here.Â
This intimate gathering for Catch Me If You Can: The Music of John Williams is only offered to Maestro’s Circle and Spotlight Society members in recognition of their wonderful encouragement. Maestro’s Circle members are invited to Musical Chairs, where they sit onstage, elbow-to-elbow with the musicians and experience the intensity of a live performance. Spotlight Society […]
Stravinsky’s dazzling Firebird Suite blazes to life in the Philharmonic’s season opener. Music Director Chloé Dufresne takes the podium for her highly anticipated debut, joined by the soaring passion of Tchaikovsky’s First Piano Concerto and the cosmic brilliance of Camille Pépin’s Laniakea. Join us for Colorado Springs Philharmonic Pre-Concert talks. Go behind the curtain and […]
How far would you go for a love that might destroy you? Puccini’s iconic opera plunges into the heart of this emotional storm where the innocent yet fiercely devoted Cio-Cio-San (Butterfly) risks everything for a passion that defies all boundaries. This tale of love and betrayal unfolds in this spellbinding theatricalized concert. Read Full Program […]
Since the release of this first Star Wars movie over 45 years ago, the Star Wars saga has had a seismic impact on both cinema and culture, inspiring audiences around the world with its mythic storytelling, captivating characters, groundbreaking special effects and iconic musical scores composed by John Williams. Fans will experience the scope and […]
Celebrate the artistry and legacy of Conductor Laureate Josep Caballé-Domenech in a gala evening that fuses past and future. Hear Mahler's Symphony No. 1, the piece that marked the beginning of Josep's storied tenure, alongside Rachmaninoff's breathtaking Piano Concerto No. 2, performed by virtuoso Yekwon Sunwoo. With the Colorado Springs Youth Symphony adding their vibrant […]
These two composers capture the essence of their eras, transforming their personal journeys into symphonic gems. Gershwin paints a vivid picture of 1920s America’s lively jazz scene, while Florence Price weaves the soulful traditions of African American folk music, each offering a unique perspective on the American experience. Join us for Colorado Springs Philharmonic Pre-Concert […]
