We look forward to welcoming you to one of the BSO's long-standing traditions in world renowned Symphony Hall.
The BSO has a long history of presenting classical music programs to educate and entertain young audiences. Year after year, these programs continue to thrill and inspire the next generation of music lovers.

Download the 2011-12 Youth & Family Brochure

Download the 2012 BSO Youth Concert Curriculum Guide

The weekday Youth Concerts attract elementary and middle school children and their teachers from all across New England, while the weekend Family Concerts are a delightful way for families to spend time together. BSO Youth and Family concerts are compelling and interactive, and introduce young people and families to the wide spectrum of classical music. This season's theme is "The Beat Goes On: A Musical Look at Perseverance, Pace, and Pulse in Music." Returning to the BSO in 2012 is newly appointed BSO Germeshausen Youth and Family Concerts Conductor Thomas Wilkins. His energy and commitment to promoting a lifelong enthusiasm for music make him an audience favorite among all ages.

Again this season, the BSO has teamed up with Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras (BYSO), led by music director Federico Cortese, to provide an entertaining Family Subscription option featuring both BSO members and the outstanding young musicians from BYSO. All shows offer hands-on pre-concert activities that add to the performance.

BSO Youth & Family Concert week is made possible by UBS.

Youth Concerts

Download the 2012 BSO Youth Concert Curriculum Guide

March 14, 2012 10am
March 14 11:50am
March 15, 2012 10am
March 16, 2012 10am
March 16, 2012 11:50am
"THE BEAT GOES ON: A Musical Look at Perseverance, Pace, and Pulse in Music"
Boston Symphony Orchestra
Thomas Wilkins, conductor

WILLIAMS March from Raiders of the Lost Ark
FUĈIK Entrance of the Gladiators
BEETHOVEN Presto (4th movement) from Symphony No. 7
PROKOFIEV "Cinderella's Dream," from the ballet Cinderella
ANDERSON Fiddle-Faddle
NAUGHTIN Amazon Journey
SOUSA The Thunderer March
TCHAIKOVSKY March (3rd movement) from Symphony No. 6, Pathetique

Family Concerts
KIDS UNDER 18 ARE FREE, PLEASE PLACE YOUR ORDER BY CALLING 888-266-1200,
LIMIT FOUR PER FAMILY.

March 17, 2012 10:15am
March 17, 2012 12noon
"THE BEAT GOES ON: A Musical Look at Perseverance, Pace, and Pulse in Music"
Boston Symphony Orchestra
Thomas Wilkins, conductor
Sasha Scolnik-Brower, cello

WILLIAMS March from Raiders of the Lost Ark
FUĈIK Entrance of the Gladiators
BEETHOVEN Presto (4th movement) from Symphony No. 7
PROKOFIEV "Cinderella's Dream," from the ballet Cinderella
ANDERSON Fiddle-Faddle
SCHUMANN Cello Concerto (1st Mvt)
TCHAIKOVSKY March (3rd movement) from Symphony No. 6, Pathetique

 Pre-concert Activities 9-10am
• Instrument Playground
• Instrument demonstrations
• Fun interactive activities for families

April 21, 2012 12noon
Young People's String Orchestra with members of the Intensive Community Program
Marta Zurad, conductor

"Notes in Bloom"
Program to include selections from classical and popular favorites

Pre-concert Activities 10:30-11:30am
• Instrument Playground
• Instrument demonstrations
• Fun interactive activities for families

About Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras
The Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras (BYSO) consists of 450 students, ages 6 to 18, from more than 120 communities of New England. The BYSO is widely regarded as one of the country's finest youth orchestra programs. It is committed to creating a supportive and professional environment that fosters musical excellence, while making programs accessible to underserved communities. Visit www.BYSOweb.org