From our youngest audience members to our most seasoned listeners, a field trip is a great way to discover the Alabama Symphony Orchestra.
“To watch my students be swept away in the music was a really special thing... Several of the students had such visceral reactions and were so moved. I thought the concert was absolutely wonderful. Captivating and fun with familiar selections. We loved it!” – Local Educator
Young People's Concert 2024: The Great Orchestra Experiment (Grades 3-6)
"Where Science Meets the Symphony!"
Thursday, November 7 & 8, 2024 @ 10 am - Samford University's Wright Center
The Alabama Symphony Orchestra and Maestro Chris Confessore join Dr. Susie Sonata in this engaging, full STEAM ahead Great Orchestra Experiment!
This interactive concert is sure to engage all the senses as students experience the orchestra through the lens of science, technology, engineering, and math! Commissioned by the Alabama Symphony Orchestra and written by Candace Neal Pappas, come celebrate the WORLD PREMIERE of “The Great Orchestra Experiment- Where Science Meets the Symphony!”
Samford University - Reserve Seats/$8
Explorer Concert: Peter & the Wolf with Birmingham Children's Theatre (Grades K-3)
October 8-12, BJCC/ Birmingham Children's Theatre Weekday shows @ 10 am, Saturday @ 11 am
Join the Alabama Symphony Orchestra and Birmingham Children’s Theatre in the story of a young boy’s adventure with his grandfather and animal friends! Peter and the Wolf, a "symphonic tale for children" was written by Sergei Prokofiev in 1936 to introduce young audiences to the instruments of the orchestra. This reimagined musical adventure is perfect for our youngest audiences, as professional actors and musicians show the audience how each instrument, when combined, can tell a story.
BJCC Childrens Theater - Reserve Seats/$10
Young People's Concert: Shaheed and D.J. Supreme & the ASO- Rhythm, Rhyme, and Flow! (Grades 3-12)
Empowering Learning through Hip Hop and the Symphony
Wednesday, October 2 & Thursday October 3, 2024 @ 10am- UAB's Alys Stephens Center
Wednesday, March 19 & Thursday, March 20, 2024 @ 9:30am- Thompson High School Performing Arts Center
All Ages (Teacher Guide for Grades 3-5)
Join the Alabama Symphony Orchestra for a Hip Hop fusion show with local Birmingham talent Shaheed and D.J. Supreme! Perfect for all ages, this Young People’s Concert will fuse the orchestral artform with turntables, empowering messaging, and sick beats! Knowledge is power with the incorporation of STEAM components and a teacher guide for grades 3-5. We can’t wait to welcome you into the concert hall to experience the hype of this musical powerhouse collaboration between world class artists!
Alys Stephens Center Dates - Reserve Seats/FREE
Thompson High School Dates - Reserve Seats/$8
Coffee Concerts
Middle and High School students can enjoy a mini version of our Masterworks Concerts at the 11 am Coffee Concerts on select Fridays throughout the season. The 2023-2024 Season features world-renowned solists, movie music, and symphonies by great composers such as Tchaikovsky, Mahler, and Brahms! Student seating is limited, so sign up today!
Friday, September 27, 2024 @ 11am- UAB's Alys Stephens Center
Friday, October 25, 2024 @ 11am- UAB's Alys Stephens Center
Friday, November 22, 2024 @ 11am- UAB's Alys Stephens Center
Friday, February 21, 2024 @ 11am- UAB's Alys Stephens Center
Friday, April 11, 2024 @ 11am- UAB's Alys Stephens Center
Friday, May 16, 2024 @ 11am- UAB's Alys Stephens Center
Groups of 10+ can register at a rate of $8 per ticket at the link below.
Groups less than 10 can purchase tickets directly through the box office.