Springfield Symphony Orchestra
The Springfield Symphony Orchestra performed its first concert in 1944, at its current home – Springfield Symphony Hall, which was originally built as the Municipal Auditorium. That performance received great reviews and was even recorded by the Office of War Information for rebroadcast to our troops overseas.
Today, the SSO is the largest Massachusetts symphony outside of Boston. It consists of over 80 musicians from the NE region of the United States and Canada, and holds many performances in a given season – as either the full orchestra or in ensemble formats. The Springfield Symphony Orchestra is led by internationally acclaimed American conductor Kevin Rhodes, who has held the post since 2001.
The established mission of the Springfield Symphony Orchestra is to maintain and develop a professional symphony orchestra that produces musical performances of high artistic quality; to entertain and educate our audiences; to expand and develop our audiences; and to sponsor related programs and concerts that enhance the musical life of the region we serve.
All concerts are held at Symphony Hall, 34 Court Street, Springfield, MA.
Concerts start at 7:30 p.m. Door open at 6 p.m.
No children under 4 allowed in the hall.
Springfield Symphony Box Office is located at 1441 Main St., Springfield, MA.
Box Office Hours:
- 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Mon – Fri
- 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. on concert Saturdays at 1441 Main Street
- 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. on concert Saturday at Symphony Hall
Springfield Symphony Orchestra Box Office
Tel (413) 733-2291
The SSO’s online ticketing service is also available for easy ordering, 24/7 – at www.SpringfieldSymphony.org
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Springfield Symphony Orchestra, Fiesta Sinfonica
Symphony Hall 34 Court Street, Springfield, MAJoin us on Saturday, November 8 for a sizzling night of rhythm, passion and symphonic flair with Fiesta Sinfonica- our first Pops concert of the season! This not-to-miss event features the electrifying Mambo Kings and the dazzling soprano Camille Zamora performing a vibrant mix of Latin and Spanish classics that will have you dancing in…
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Springfield Symphony Orchestra, Holiday Pops
Symphony Hall 34 Court Street, Springfield, MACome celebrate the holiday season with the Springfield Symphony Orchestra and Chorus in a program that blends holiday classics with the rich and vibrant spirit of Latin music. William Waldrop returns as guest conductor to lead the orchestra in Latin-inspired versions of beloved classics, such as Caribbean Sleigh Ride and Jingle Bells. An exciting guest vocalist (to be announced!) will…
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Springfield Symphony Orchestra, Let’s Groove Tonight: Motown & The Philly Sound
Symphony Hall 34 Court Street, Springfield, MAMagic melodies come to life as the pop, soul and R&B sounds of Motown and the famous hits from the Philly Sound face off in this exciting concert experience. Led by three extraordinary vocalists, this incredible evening is full of classic hit songs made famous by The Spinners, The Stylistics, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Lou…
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Springfield Symphony Orchestra, Planet Earth: A Symphonic Journey
Symphony Hall 34 Court Street, Springfield, MAThe U.S. Premeire, Planet Earth, will be an Ode to Mother Earth: Johan de Meij’s Symphony No. 3 PLANET EARTH will be accompanied by a breathtakingly beautiful film, produced by the composers’ wife, Dyan Machan. The concert will open with Gustav Holst’s famous Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity, and legendary trombone-player Joseph Alessi (Principal trombone of the…
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Springfield Symphony Orchestra, Mendelssohn, Gershwin, & A Woman’s Voice
Symphony Hall 34 Court Street, Springfield, MACome and join the Springfield Symphony Orchestra to lift up amazing women as composers and performers during Women’s History Month! Fanny Mendelssohn-Hensel‘s only surviving orchestral work shines light on a hidden jem – an orchestral work that has only seen deserved recognition in recent years. Springfield favorite, pianist Claire Huangci, returns to dazzle audiences with Gershwin’s…
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Springfield Symphony Orchestra, Gloria! From Vivaldi to Gershwin
Symphony Hall 34 Court Street, Springfield, MAWe begin with Vivaldi’s Concerto for Two Cellos in G minor, where Baroque’s intensity meets lyrical dialogue. We then experience the spirit of France through centuries of bold musical expression. The Springfield Symphony Chorus will collaborate with the University of Massachusetts Amherst Chorale on Poulenc’s Gloria—a radiant, unpredictable work that shifts effortlessly between sacred devotion and playful irreverence. Ravel’s Bolero follows, unfolding with…
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Springfield Symphony Orchestra, Brahms & A Modern Voice
Symphony Hall 34 Court Street, Springfield, MAThis varied program begins on an antique note with Resphigi’s irresistible first set of Ancient Airs and Dances. Violinist Charles Yang makes his Springfield debut in Kris Bowers’ iconoclastic concerto For a Younger Self, commissioned by Yang himself. We close with Johannes Brahms’ bucolic Symphony No.2, brimming with joy and radiance. Courtney Lewis, Conductor Charles Yang, Violin Go online or contact the Box Office…
