Bartok / Tchaikovsky Concert & Livestream

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

For the second concert, the “soloist” will not be standing out in front of the orchestra. It will be the members of the orchestra itself, many of whom are undoubtedly destined for important careers in music. The orchestra performs that ultimate test of an orchestra’s virtuosity and artistry: Bartok’s Concerto for Orchestra. When the Boston Symphony gave its premiere in 1943, we know that it posed a great challenge for the orchestra. Now see how natural it is for their musical great-grandchildren.

The Concerto for Orchestra is usually the final work on any program, but for the BPYO, another towering work concludes the concert: Tchaikovsky’s deeply emotional Fifth Symphony. As an introduction to symphonic music for young people—perhaps attending their first orchestral concert—I cannot imagine a more perfect program. Invite all the young people you have in your life to hear this performance by the amazing members of the BPYO. It will turn them into music lovers forever. -Benjamin Zander

This is a live concert that will be live streamed! Be sure to read through our support page for Boston Philharmonic virtual events.

Information for ticket buyers

• All Boston Philharmonic Youth Orchestra concerts make use of a stage extension. This makes row E the first row directly in front of the stage. View Symphony Hall Seat Map to see where the extension overlaps and where any viewer obstructions are located before you choose your seats.
• If you are choosing to have your tickets emailed to you, your tickets are print-at-home and not digital or e-tickets. This means that you will receive an email with PDF attachments. One PDF per ticket that you purchased. You must print your PDF ticket(s) out and bring them with you to the concert. Print-at-home tickets are a convenience for ticket buyers so that they may receive their tickets right away.
• View our Ticket Policies page for further information.

All dates, repertoire, venues, and artists subject to change.