Family Musical Mornings 2025-26

Fantasia in Concert, featuring highlights from two of Disney’s most extraordinary and groundbreaking animated feature films Fantasia (1940) and its sequel Fantasia 2000,  shown on a towering screen and accompanied by a live orchestra, is not to be missed. Blending animated imagery with classical music, the concert will ignite the imaginations of a new generation. Scored to some of the world’s most memorable classical compositions, Fantasia has provided four generations of children with their first introduction to the glorious sounds of an orchestra’s strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion.

Celebrate the holiday season with a beloved classic designed especially for young audiences! The Nutcracker for Kids is a narrated adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s timeless ballet, featuring dazzling dancers from the American Ballet Theatre William J. Gillespie School. Journey to the Land of Sweets alongside Clara as she encounters the mischievous Mouse King, the heroic Nutcracker, and the enchanting Sugar Plum Fairy— all set to one of the most famous and festive scores ever written. This engaging and delightful experience is the perfect way to introduce children to the magic of ballet and the joy of the holiday season!

A timeless tale of courage and adventure comes to life through the power of music! Sergei Prokofiev’s beloved symphonic story, Peter and the Wolf, is an enchanting introduction to the orchestra, where each instrument represents a different character— from the spirited strings as Peter to the mischievous clarinet as the Cat. As this captivating musical fable unfolds, audiences will follow young Peter as he embarks on a daring journey to outsmart the cunning Wolf. With vivid narration, this performance is an ideal first symphonic experience for children, blending storytelling, humor, and orchestral magic into one unforgettable adventure!