Akron Symphony Orchestra Upcoming Events & Tickets
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Akron Symphony Orchestra 2025-26 Season Info
The Akron Symphony Orchestra opens its 2025-26 season with Mahler’s “Titan” on September 20, followed in October by The Firebird on October 18. In November the orchestra presents Handel’s Messiah (Part I and the Hallelujah Chorus) on November 15, leading into the joyous Holiday Pops on December 12. Early in the new year, Beethoven’s Seventh is set for January 17, and in February the beloved tradition Gospel Meets Symphony returns on February 7.
Spring brings more masterworks: Mozart & Vivaldi are featured on March 7, followed by Appalachian Spring with Copland in April. The season concludes in May with a powerful performance of Carmina Burana on May 9, bringing together orchestra and chorus for one of the repertoire’s most dramatic climaxes. Across the season, audiences will experience sweeping orchestral scores, choral favorites, and crossover programs showcasing both breadth and depth of orchestral music.
Akron Symphony Orchestra 2025-26 Tickets Info
Tickets for Akron Symphony Orchestra 2025-26 live performances are available now through EventsChaser, with NO hidden service fees. Prices often start around $50 for select upper-balcony or less premium seats at E.J. Thomas Hall. Many performances have starting points closer to $59 for standard seats in good locations. Mid-level seating for classical series or holiday concerts generally falls between $70-$95, depending on demand and program. Higher-tier seats — closer to the stage or in orchestra sections — can cost more, especially for large symphonic works, Pops shows, or major seasonal concerts.
About Akron Symphony Orchestra
The Akron Symphony Orchestra (ASO) has been a cornerstone of the cultural life of Northeast Ohio since its founding in 1949. Based in Akron and performing primarily at E.J. Thomas Hall, the orchestra is recognized for its ability to present both cornerstone classical repertoire and bold, innovative programs. With a tradition of artistic excellence, the ASO has earned a reputation for its dynamic performances, collaborations with guest soloists, and commitment to making live orchestral music accessible to its community.
In addition to its mainstage concerts, the ASO places a strong emphasis on education and outreach. The Akron Youth Symphony, Akron Youth Philharmonic, and Akron Youth Chamber Ensemble nurture the region’s young musicians, offering them opportunities to rehearse and perform at a high level. Programs such as Concerts for Kids and the Orchestra Outreach Initiative bring the power of live symphonic music to schools, churches, and community spaces, ensuring that people of all ages and backgrounds can experience orchestral music.
The orchestra’s mission extends beyond the concert hall to celebrate and strengthen the cultural fabric of the region. By embracing both traditional masterworks and contemporary voices, and by hosting signature events such as Gospel Meets Symphony, the ASO fosters inclusivity and artistic growth. This combination of high artistic standards, community involvement, and innovative programming has established the Akron Symphony as one of Ohio’s most valued musical institutions.
