Music Director and Conductor Alexandra Arrieche and the Olympia Symphony invites you to appreciate our authentic selves and all the beautiful facets that shape who we are – as individuals and as members of our colorful communities. Join us as we envision a bright and radiant future, experience the ripple effect of kindness and belonging, expand our horizons, and embrace our uniquenesses.
PAKIAM SONG
October 15, 2023 | 3 pm
STRAVINSKY The Firebird
BARBER Violin Concerto
TCHAIKOVSKY Piano Concerto No. 1
MASON BATES Mothership
Featuring the Olympia Symphony Orchestra's 2023 Young Artists Competition winners, Ava Pakiam and Chloe Song, the sky's the limit as we soar into a new era, inspired by up-and-coming artists, forward-thinking composers, and timeless music.
FANTASTIQUE
February 4, 2024 | 3 pm
JACOB BANCKS Concerto for Clarinet - WEST COAST PREMIERE -
BERLIOZ Symphonie fantastique
Set your musical muse loose with Bancks' concerto, written for world-renowned clarinetist Ricardo Morales, who will perform its West Coast premiere with the OSO. And delve into the vivid orchestral imaginings of Berlioz's symphony - it's simply fantastique!
PRIDE
March 17, 2024 | 3 pm
PROKOFIEV/BERNSTEIN Romeo and Juliet/West Side Story
TCHAIKOVSKY Violin Concerto
and a special MYSTERY PIECE!
Based on a love story for the ages, explore musical expressions of
prohibited love through this thought-provoking program, including dazzling audience favorite, Kristin Lee, and a surprise ending you won't want to miss!
FLAMENCO
April 21, 2024 | 3 pm
Filled with vibrancy and passion, our season finale will transport you to southern Spain to experience the heart and beat of this incredible culture, including live flamenco dancing!
NON-SUBSCRIPTION CONCERTS & EVENTS
September 16, 2023 | 8 PM
The Seven Symphonies: A Classical Tribute to Beach Boys Music
November 12, 2023 | 3 PM
The Animated Orchestra Family Concert (tickets available October 6!)
December 31, 2023 | 3 PM & 7 PM
More John Williams Movie Music! Concerts (tickets available September 29!)
December 31, 2023 | 8:15 PM
It's Midnight Somewhere Concert Afterparty (tickets available September 29!)
March 16, 2024 | 7:30 PM
OSO Uncovered lecture concert (tickets available soon)
May 4, 2024
Symphony Gala & 23/24 Season Reveal
Concerts at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts in Olympia WA unless otherwise noted. Programs & Guest Artists subject to change.
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