Fairfax Symphony

Fairfax Symphony Renowned in U.S. From internationally renowned soloists to emerging classical musicians, the FSO is known for excellence in the performing arts.

as a premier orchestra, we provide diverse, classical music experiences, with innovative education programs serving Fairfax County, Virginia, the Washington, DC region, and beyond. For 65 years, the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra has presented extraordinary symphonic music for our Northern Virginia/Washington, DC community, earning a reputation as one of the finest metropolitan orchestras in the count

ry. Through innovative, music education programs, our outstanding musicians and guest artists partner with teachers in Fairfax County Public Schools and beyond to bring music to thousands of students to inspire creativity and learning each year. Program highlights include:
-- Season opening concert on Oct. 15 at Capital One Hall in Tysons, VA
-- Up to seven additional performances at GMU Center for the Arts
-- Fairfax County All-Stars mentorship program
-- FSO Diversity Fellowship program to provide mentorship, performance opportunity, and career advancement for students from backgrounds not currently represented in orchestras today
-- Innovative, research-based Carnegie Hall Link Up education partnership serving Grades 3-5 in Fairfax County and the DC region with a focus on serving Title 1 Schools
-- Feuer String Scholarships for outstanding high school students
-- Artist Residency and Arts Integration Partnership with Fairfax County Public Elementary Title 1 Schools

and much more! Learn about Fairfax Symphony Orchestra concerts and education programs at https://www.fairfaxsymphony.org

An unforgettable encore to close our 2025/26 season. 🎹✨Following a thrilling performance of Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto N...
06/01/2026

An unforgettable encore to close our 2025/26 season. 🎹✨

Following a thrilling performance of Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 3, pianist Claire Huangci returned to the stage with a beautiful surprise: “Comptine d’un autre été” by Yann Tiersen from the beloved film Amélie. The quiet magic of this piece was the perfect ending.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our season finale — and stay tuned, our 2026/2027 season announcement is coming soon!

Listen to the piece here.

Yann Tiersen

This Sunday!Join the Fairfax Symphony for a season finale in celebration of Prokofiev featuring acclaimed pianist Claire...
05/28/2026

This Sunday!

Join the Fairfax Symphony for a season finale in celebration of Prokofiev featuring acclaimed pianist Claire Huangci performing the dazzling Piano Concerto No. 3. Hear the emotional power of Romeo & Juliet and the triumphant Symphony No. 5 live at George Mason University’s Center for the Arts.

Tickets at FairfaxSymphony.org/may-31-prokofiev-with-claire-huangci 🎟️

Claire Huangci, piano Prokofiev: Sounds of Genius May 31 | 4PM

Coming up this weekend! 🎹Experience the passion and brilliance of Prokofiev live with the Fairfax Symphony. Acclaimed pi...
05/25/2026

Coming up this weekend! 🎹

Experience the passion and brilliance of Prokofiev live with the Fairfax Symphony. Acclaimed pianist Claire Huangci joins the FSO for Prokofiev’s electrifying Piano Concerto No. 3 — a dazzling showcase of virtuosity and emotion. The concert also features sweeping selections from Romeo & Juliet and the triumphant Symphony No. 5. One unforgettable afternoon of epic symphonic music awaits.

Tickets at FairfaxSymphony.org/may-31-prokofiev-with-claire-huangci 🎟️

ArtsFairfax

05/11/2026

Join the Fairfax Symphony for a season finale in celebration of Prokofiev featuring acclaimed pianist Claire Huangci performing the dazzling Piano Concerto No. 3. Hear the emotional power of Romeo & Juliet and the triumphant Symphony No. 5 at Center for the Arts at George Mason University on Sunday, May 31.

Tickets at FairfaxSymphony.org/may-31-prokofiev-with-claire-huangci

ArtsFairfax Fairfax, Spotlight on the Arts Fairfax City Patch Washington Classical Review

05/08/2026

🎟️ ON SALE NOW 🎟️

Tickets for Blade Runner LIVE are officially on sale!

Experience Ridley Scott’s iconic sci-fi masterpiece on the big screen as The Avex Ensemble performs Vangelis’ legendary score live in sync with the film at Capital One Hall.

đź“… November 13 | 7:30 PM
📍 Capital One Hall

Secure your seats now at CapitalOneHall.com/events/detail/blade-runner-live

Avex Classics International

05/04/2026

JUST ANNOUNCED ⚡

Experience Ridley Scott’s iconic sci-fi masterpiece Blade Runner like never before.

See the 2007 Final Cut on the big screen at Capital One Hall as The Avex Ensemble performs Vangelis’ legendary score live in sync with the film for an unforgettable cinematic concert experience.

đź“… November 13 | 7:30 PM
📍 Capital One Hall

🎟 Tickets on sale this Friday, May 8 at 10 AM
Get yours at CapitalOneHall.com/events/detail/blade-runner-live

Avex Classics International Capital One Hall

On this day, we celebrate the genius of Sergei Prokofiev, a composer who transformed emotion into sound, from the drama ...
04/27/2026

On this day, we celebrate the genius of Sergei Prokofiev, a composer who transformed emotion into sound, from the drama of Romeo & Juliet to the triumphant spirit of his Fifth Symphony.

Join the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra as we bring his music to life in Prokofiev: Sounds of Genius, featuring Claire Huangci performing the dazzling Piano Concerto No. 3.

đź“… Sunday, May 31 at 4 PM
📍 Center for the Arts at George Mason University
🎟️ Tickets: FairfaxSymphony.org

ArtsFairfax Christopher Zimmerman

Got 10 minutes? It’s all you need to hear from Rick Steves.In this quick but content-packed interview, Steves shares ins...
03/20/2026

Got 10 minutes? It’s all you need to hear from Rick Steves.

In this quick but content-packed interview, Steves shares insights on travel, music, and his upcoming performance with the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra. Dynamic, thoughtful, and full of surprises - you won’t want to miss it.

Listen here: WETA.org/fm/classical-score/rick-steves-europe-symphonic-journey

Tickets are going fast - get yours today -> www.FairfaxSymphony.org

Beloved travel guide Rick Steves speaks with Nicole Lacroix about his upcoming program with the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra, Rick Steves' Europe: A Symphonic Journey.

No passport? No problem 🌍✨Join the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra on March 29 for a one-of-a-kind evening with renowned trav...
03/19/2026

No passport? No problem 🌍✨

Join the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra on March 29 for a one-of-a-kind evening with renowned travel expert Rick Steves!

Rick Steves' Europe: A Symphonic Journey pairs breathtaking European imagery with live orchestral favorites, creating an immersive experience that brings history, culture, and music together on stage.

Get the full story here:
https://northernvirginiamag.com/things-to-do/2026/03/18/travel-pro-rick-steves-will-perform-with-the-fairfax-symphony-orchestra/

🎟 www.FairfaxSymphony.org

Center for the Arts at George Mason University Northern Virginia Magazine ArtsFairfax

Rick Steves will perform "Rick Steves’ Europe: A Symphonic Journey" with the Fairfax Symphony at George Mason's Center for the Arts.

Address

P. O. Box 2019
Fairfax, VA
22116

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Fairfax Symphony posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Establishment

Send a message to Fairfax Symphony:

Share

Category