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The Portland Symphony Orchestra, Maine
(Est. 1924)

Serving the city of Portland, the state of Maine, and northern New England, the PSO is the largest performing arts organization in Maine. With critically acclaimed performances and broad community engagement, the PSO is widely regarded as one of the top symphony orchestras of its size in the country.

05/31/2026

Yesterday marked the last Explorers' lesson of the year and the final PSO educational program for the 2025-26 school year! It's been an incredible year of working with educators to bring music to students across Maine. Between Explorers lessons, KinderKonzerts, the PSO Children's Chorus, the Crewe Youth Concert, and extended learning opportunities, we've held over 450 educational events that reached more than 25,000 students and educators since October.

None of these programs would be possible without the support of our generous sponsors and donors. Consider a gift to help us continue bringing the power of music to students across the state: https://portsym.org/support

05/29/2026

From incredible guest artists, showcases of Portland's local musical tapestry, and the beginning of a cycle celebrating the sweeping Romanticism of Rachmaninoff, our 2026-27 Classical Series will take you on a powerful musical exploration of the world.

Guarantee the best seats at the best prices to these incredible concerts with a series subscription, or mix and match three or more concerts in a Compose Your Own Package for discounts and tickets before individual concerts go on sale in June. View package options: https://portsym.org/26-27

05/27/2026

Please join us in welcoming Michael Bellofatto to the PSO as third horn!

An active orchestral musician in Boston, greater New England, and beyond, he has appeared frequently with Boston Lyric Opera, the Rhode Island Philharmonic, the Boston Philharmonic, the Hartford Symphony, Cape Symphony, Symphony New Hampshire, and most recently the New York Philharmonic. In addition to playing with the PSO, Michael holds Principal Horn chairs with the Vista Philharmonic, the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra, and the Glimmerglass Opera Festival.

05/23/2026

Meet the musicians in the Chamber Brass Quintet 🎺
Joseph Foley (principal trumpet), Elizabeth Rines (trumpet), Lauren Winter (principal horn), Liam Glendening (principal trombone), and Don Rankin (principal tuba) will be appearing across the state of Maine for a series of free and low-cost performances from June 15-18.
Learn more: https://portsym.org/summer-brass

05/21/2026

Last night, our 101st mainstage season came to a close at Merrill Auditorium. This season has been filled with moments that reminded us of the power of music to help us connect and create community. From exceptional performances by artists Randall Goosby, Firefly, and the PSO's own Charles Dimmick and Brent Selby, and musical trips into Europe and a galaxy far, far away, it was filled with exceptional moments both on stage and throughout the state of Maine.

From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you, our audience, for not only being a part of it, but for helping make it all possible. We hope to see you out in Maine for our Chamber Brass Quintet performances in June, or back at Merrill for our 102nd season.

05/18/2026

STUDENT RUSH 🎟 $15
Join your PSO for an immense mainstage finale with MAHLER'S 6th. Full of dramatic peaks and valleys, this immense masterwork culminates with the iconic, earth-shattering hammer-blows of fate, making it an unmissable experience.

Student rush will be available for purchase starting 5:30 PM on Tuesday, May 19th up until the start of the show. Bring your valid student ID and visit PortTIX Box Office in the lobby of Merrill Auditorium to purchase!

05/17/2026

What kind of box does it take to stand up to the mighty hammer blows in Mahler's 6th? A big one. Woodworker and music teacher Dustin LeVasseur shares a look at the Mahler box he custom-constructed for our upcoming performance.

MAHLER'S 6TH
🗓️ Tuesday, May 19 at 7:00 PM
📍 Merrill Auditorium, Portland, Maine
Tickets and more info: https://portsym.org/mahler-6

05/15/2026

What a night! Thanks to the generous support of attendees, last night's annual fundraiser, Forte, helped raise over $100,000. In addition to free KinderKonzerts for Portland Public Schools, this supports our talented musicians, inspirational concerts, and accessible musical opportunities for community members, like our chamber concerts, our Children’s Chorus, and our Discovery Instrument Petting Zoos. We are deeply grateful.

There are still more opportunities to support our mission and fund programs through the Forte online auction! Place your bid on incredible experiences, gift certificates to some of our favorite local places, and more, now through May 20th. View items and bid: https://portsym.org/silent-auction

And a special thank you to this year's Community Sponsors, Unum and Tranzon, and Celebratory Sponsors, Gnome and Harmon's, for their support.

05/13/2026

Tune in to Maine Public Classical on Wednesday, May 13, at 8:00pm to hear BACH'S B MINOR MASS, recorded live at Merrill Auditorium with ChoralArt and Una Voce Chamber Choir.
Considered to be one of the composer's greatest works, Bach's Mass in B Minor is full of lush harmonies and intricate orchestra line.
Find your station information here: https://portsym.org/maine-public

05/10/2026

Why did Mahler orchestrate a box being hit by a hammer in his Sixth Symphony? Cover conductor Kristo Kondakçi shares more insight into the significance of the "hammer blows of fate."

MAHLER'S 6TH
🗓️ Tuesday, May 19 at 7:00 PM
📍 Merrill Auditorium, Portland, Maine
Tickets and more info: https://portsym.org/mahler-6

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85 Exchange Street, 4th Floor
Portland, ME
04101

Telephone

+12077736128

Website

http://www.portlandsymphony.org/

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