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York Symphony Orchestra 2025-26 Season Info
The York Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of Maestro Lawrence Golan, is proud to present a rich 2025-26 season of concerts that spans classical masterpieces, crossover favorites, and bold thematic programs. The season opens with One Night Only: An Evening with Sutton Foster & Kelli O’Hara, a celebration of Broadway and beyond, held at York’s historic Strand Theatre to mark its centennial. From there, the program dives into Beethoven’s Sixth Symphony (“Pastorale”), celebrating nature’s beauty, followed by a special program honoring Strauss’s 200th birthday with dances, waltzes, and the flavor of Vienna.
Later concerts revisit voices of tradition and innovation in Brahms & Ellington, where classical depth meets jazz swing. The Holiday Pops Spectacular brings festive cheer to York with seasonal favorites, while Let’s Dance will explore works that demand movement — rhythmic, joyous, and energetic. Carmen Meets Beethoven merges the dramatic flair of Bizet with Beethoven’s powerful themes, and Strauss’ Don Quixote promises lush orchestration and literary inspiration. Women Rock spotlights ground-breaking works by female composers or rock influences reimagined through orchestral lens, and the season draws to a close with the dramatic choral-orchestral force of Carmina Burana, a fitting capstone to a season of variety, artistry, and musical storytelling.
York Symphony Orchestra 2025-26 Tickets Info
Tickets for York Symphony Orchestra 2025-26 live concerts are available now through EventsChaser, with NO hidden service fees. Prices begin at around $45 for entry-level seating in balcony or rear sections, making it possible for more people to experience live orchestral performances. Seats in the mid-range tend to fall between $85 and $135, offering a balance of strong acoustics and clear sightlines within the Appell Center’s Carpenter Theatre. Many performances also include the option to view digitally within a limited window, giving audiences added flexibility.
For those seeking prime seating close to the stage, center orchestra and main floor seats generally range from about $200 to over $450, especially for large-scale programs that feature chorus, guest artists, or popular repertoire. These higher tiers provide the most immersive experience, with full sound and direct connection to the performers. Across all programs, the orchestra maintains a wide range of price points to suit different preferences and budgets, ensuring accessibility while supporting the quality of the live concert experience.
About York Symphony Orchestra
The York Symphony Orchestra has been a cultural mainstay in south-central Pennsylvania since its founding in 1933. Based at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts, it brings professional orchestral music to the community through a mix of masterworks, pops, and choral performances. Led by Music Director Lawrence Golan, the ensemble is known for balancing beloved classics with adventurous programming, often including contemporary works and cross-disciplinary collaborations that expand the traditional concert experience.
Education and community engagement are central to the orchestra’s mission. Its Youth Symphony and Junior Strings programs provide training and performance opportunities for young musicians, helping to nurture talent from an early age. The orchestra also hosts educational concerts for schools and works to make live music accessible to people of all backgrounds. These initiatives reflect its commitment to building future audiences and keeping orchestral music vibrant for the next generation.
Beyond the concert hall, the York Symphony Orchestra strengthens regional cultural life through outdoor events, neighborhood performances, and partnerships with local organizations. Its concerts often include pre-concert talks that bring audiences closer to the music and the artists behind it. With nearly a century of history, the orchestra continues to be a cornerstone of York’s artistic identity, offering music not only as entertainment but as a shared community experience.
