Guelph Symphony Orchestra

10/08/2026

10/02/2026

Here’s what happens when you check the GSO website for the next concert…

Oh look what I found! 👀

Our “Our Orchestra” page has been updated and you can now meet the faces behind the music!

Look at all my wonderful colleagues! ❤️

Click on their photos to discover their musical journeys, favourite composers and even what they enjoy outside of music.

Recognize anyone?
Head over to guelphsymphony.com
open “Our Orchestra” and get to know the musicians! 🎻

09/18/2026

Join us for an unforgettable evening as the GSO celebrates the launch of its next 25 seasons. Experience the artistry of Andrew Wan, the distinguished Concertmaster of the Montreal Symphony, as he brings to life the hauntingly beautiful melodies of Sibelius’s Violin Concerto. Following this, the orchestra will perform Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4, taking you on an journey through the peaks and valleys of human emotion. This is an event you won’t want to miss!

Violinist, Andrew Wan
Conductor, Adam Johnson

The Guelph Symphony Orchestra is dedicated to enriching the cultural landscape of our community through exceptional musical performances. Our mission is to inspire audiences of all ages with a diverse repertoire, fostering a love for music and a sense of community. We are committed to education and....

08/03/2026

Looking forward to a great week of live music!

07/15/2026

Get ready for Symphony Under the Stars with music inspired by the cosmos! The GSO Pop Up Orchestra Festival runs from August 4-9th.
https://guelphsymphony.com/pop-up-festival/

05/04/2026

An incredible way to end the season with a full house and a full stage of performers including: the brilliant violist , the glorious Rainbow Chorus, the absolutely wonderful musicians of the GSO and our fabulous Music Director, Adam! Special thanks to our supportive board, volunteers, generous sponsors, patrons and first-rate board chair, Danny! Cheers to the next 25 years!!

04/29/2026

We are excited to be sharing the stage with the beautiful voices of the Rainbow Chorus of Waterloo-Wellington under the skilled direction of the ever-remarkable Alison MacNeill.
Saturday May 2, 2026, 7:30pm, River Run Centre
Music of the Silver Screen- GSO Movie Magic
Join us for a colourful tribute to the special role music plays in cinematic storytelling. Experience exhilarating scores spanning from Out of Africa to James Bond, and from The Lord of the Rings to How to Train Your Dragon.

Also on the program is the enchanting tone poem, Harold in Italy, by the maestro of musical magic, Hector Berlioz. His ground-breaking sound effects didn’t just whisper to the future of film scores—they shouted!
This is a season finale you won’t want to miss!

Violist, Emad Zolfaghari
Conductor, Adam Johnson
Special Guests: The Rainbow Chorus of Waterloo-Wellington, Artistic Director, Alison MacNeill

https://riverrun.ca/whats-on/gso-music-of-the-silver-screen/

04/13/2026

Saturday May 2, 2026, 7:30pm, River Run Centre
Music of the Silver Screen- GSO Movie Magic
Join us for a colourful tribute to the special role music plays in cinematic storytelling. Experience exhilarating scores spanning from Out of Africa to James Bond, and from The Lord of the Rings to How to Train Your Dragon.

Also on the program is the enchanting tone poem, Harold in Italy, by the maestro of musical magic, Hector Berlioz. His ground-breaking sound effects didn’t just whisper to the future of film scores—they shouted!
This is a season finale you won’t want to miss!

Violist, Emad Zolfaghari
Conductor, Adam Johnson
Special Guests: The Rainbow Chorus of Waterloo-Wellington, Artistic Director, Alison MacNeill

Tickets available through the River Run Centre box office or at the link below.
https://riverrun.ca/whats-on/gso-music-of-the-silver-screen/

04/03/2026

Sharing some photos from Sunday's beautiful "Beneath Silver Skies" concert. We are grateful for the ever-inspiring leadership of Adam Johnson, the musical elegance of assistant conductor, Eve Legault, our incredible violin soloist, Grace Lau and the wonderful musicians of the GSO!
Photo credit: Kenneth Chou