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Since 1929, the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra has been enriching our region through the power of live music.

The Johnstown Symphony Orchestra offers service to our four-county region through concerts, community music-making experiences, education, and engagement for people of all ages and walks of life.

06/17/2026

SEASON SUBSCRIPTIONS NOW ON SALE!
Season 98: Symphonic Visions

Our 2026/27 concert season brings music to life through imagination, color, and bold ideas! From sweeping soundscapes to film scores and art-inspired works, Season 98 invites audiences to experience the orchestra in a fresh, exciting, and welcoming way.

This season includes the magic of Halloween @ the Symphony, the meaning and gratitude of Honoring Our Veterans, the joy of Holiday Pops!, the romance and community spirit of Date Night @ the Symphony, and the brilliant colors of our season finale, Symphony in Color.

Full Season Subscribers will also receive access to an exclusive thank-you chamber concert, A Musical Gallery, at The Grand Halle on Broad Street.

Whether you are joining us for the first time or returning as a long-time subscriber, we invite you to be part of a season designed to surprise, inspire, and move you.

To purchase a subscription, please call our Box Office 814-535-6738.

Seating chart available here: https://www.johnstownsymphony.org/subscribe

Season subscriptions are available by phone only at this time so that our team can provide personalized customer care and assist you with your subscription package and seating.

06/15/2026

Join us on Saturday, July 4th for a parade through Ebensburg ending with a ceremony at the Cambria County Courthouse to celebrate America's 250th Anniversary!

The ceremony will include musical performances by the JSO Brass Ensemble, remarks from local officials, two commissioned artwork displays of the Cambria County Liberty Bell and Cambria County Torch, as well as readings by the America 250 PA Essay Contest winners.

Parade to begin at 10am!

For more information, please visit: www.ebensburgpa.com

06/10/2026

Have you ever wondered what an orchestra librarian does?

An orchestra librarian does much more than keep track of sheet music. They prepare the individual parts for each musician, make sure every bowing, cut, correction, and marking is clearly noted, organize music for rehearsals and concerts, track scores and parts, coordinate rentals and returns, and help ensure that the conductor and musicians all have what they need when they walk into rehearsal.

Today, we are excited to highlight Taylor Boyle, the JSO’s Orchestra Librarian, as he enters his third year with the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra! His detailed and precise work helps keep the music moving from the first rehearsal to the final note on stage.

Taylor holds a Bachelor of Science in Architecture and a Bachelor of Music in Oboe Performance from Kent State University in Ohio. It is with this background that he began building expertise as an orchestra librarian, arranger, and music engraver.

In addition to his work at the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra, Taylor currently serves as the Ensemble Librarian and Events Coordinator at Carnegie Mellon University and as a substitute librarian for the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. He has also had the honor of collaborating with other great organizations such as the University of Rochester Orchestra, the Cleveland Institute of Music, the Canton Symphony Orchestra, and The Cleveland Orchestra. When he is not working with digital and paper sheet music, he enjoys his ever-expanding plant collection and cuddling with his cats named after the Gone with the Wind characters Scarlett and Melly.

As you look through these photographs, take a moment to notice something you may not have seen before: the music on the stage! Whether supporting the full orchestra, a small ensemble, or a featured soloist, Taylor’s work is a vital part of bringing the music from the page to the stage.

Thank you, Taylor, for the care, organization, and dedication you bring to the JSO!

05/28/2026

Join Our Youth Orchestra!

Are you a young musician ready to grow, perform, and be part of something exciting?

The Johnstown Symphony Youth Orchestra gives students the opportunity to play in a talented ensemble of youth musicians, perform alongside JSO professional musicians in our annual Young People’s Concerts, and take part in chamber ensemble school visits throughout the region.

JSYO Auditions for the 2026–27 season will take place on Saturday, June 6.

For more information and to sign up for an audition time slot, please visit our website here:
https://www.johnstownsymphony.org/youth-orchestra

Questions? Please email JSYO Director, Mr. Anderson at [email protected]

Come make music with us!

Johnstown Symphony Youth Orchestra

05/19/2026

The Grandview Cemetery provides a meaningful and reflective setting for this special Memorial Day performance by the Johnstown Symphony Chorus.

Join the chorus as they honor and remember those who have served our country through a moving program of patriotic and inspirational music. This outdoor performance offers a moment of community, gratitude, and remembrance, bringing voices together in tribute on this important day.

This event is free and open to the public. The chorus performance will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.

Date: May 25, 2026
Time: 9am
Location: Grandview Cemetery

05/18/2026

The Johnstown Symphony Youth Orchestra presented its spring concert on May 3 at the Arcadia Theater, celebrating the hard work, dedication, and talent of our young musicians.

Thank you to JSYO Director David Anderson for his leadership and commitment to our students, and to the parents, guardians, families, and teachers who support these musicians throughout the year.

We are also grateful to the Arcadia Theater for hosting this special performance and helping create a wonderful concert experience for our youth orchestra members and audience.

Congratulations to all of our JSYO musicians on a fantastic spring concert!

Photos by Judy Crookston.

05/12/2026

Join us for the Community Strings Spring Concert, a joyful celebration of music-making featuring a wonderful group of dedicated musicians from across our region under the direction of Beth Pile.

The program will reflect the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra’s Season 97 theme, “Musical Roots,” featuring a medley of Renaissance songs, works by Mozart, and selections honoring America250 through music by American composers including Scott Joplin and Leonard Bernstein. Patriotic favorites including “America the Beautiful,” “An Armed Forces Tribute,” and other uniquely American selections will also be featured.

All are welcome!

Date: May 21, 2026
Time: 7:30pm
Location: St. David's Lutheran Church, 401 N. Main Street, Davidsville, PA 15928
Cost: Free to attend but donations are appreciated

05/11/2026

What a wonderful afternoon of fashion, friendship, and community support at the Johnstown Auxiliary of the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra Fashion Show held on May 5 at Sunnehanna Country Club.

A heartfelt thank you to the incredible members of the Johnstown Auxiliary for their hard work and dedication in making this annual event such a success. We are also so grateful to all of the wonderful models, attendees, volunteers, and local businesses who helped bring the event to life.

Special thanks to our participating boutiques and businesses: Boscov’s, Feathered Lane, Gold Rush, Miller’s Clothing, The Pro Shop at Sunnehanna, Bridal Suite, and Miller’s Tuxedo for showcasing such beautiful fashions and supporting the arts in our community.

Events like these help strengthen and support the mission of the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra while celebrating the incredible local businesses and volunteers that make our region so special. Thank you to everyone who joined us for a truly memorable afternoon!

05/08/2026

Season 97 gave us so many memorable moments, and we would love to hear about one that stayed with you!

JSO Executive Director Erin Codey shares hers:

“Watching the audience cheer and rise to their feet at the end of Carmina Burana is a moment I will never forget. After an entire season of incredible music making, seeing our audience, musicians, ensemble members, guest artists, staff and volunteers all connected in that final applause was an incredible experience that reaffirmed how music unites!"

Now we would love to hear yours. Share a favorite Season 97 memory in the comments below!

05/07/2026

As we close the curtain on Season 97: Musical Roots, we simply want to say thank you.

To every audience member who attended a concert, brought a friend, applauded our musicians, supported our mission, and filled the concert hall with energy and excitement this season, thank you for being part of the journey. From America @250 and Holiday Pops! to Jazz In Your Face, Copland 3, and our unforgettable season finale with Carmina Burana, your support made every performance meaningful.

Over the next few months, we will be sharing more photos and memories from this incredible season, but for now, here is a small snapshot of the amazing moments we experienced together.

We are so grateful to have shared this season with you and cannot wait to welcome you back for Season 98. Season subscriptions will be available for purchase in early summer. Be sure to follow the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra on Facebook and Instagram, and join our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates!

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Johnstown, PA
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http://www.johnstownsymphony.org/

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