Rochester Symphony

05/29/2026

Announcing ORCHESTRA AUDITIONS! On JUNE 27th we'll be holding auditions for the following positions: Assistant Principal 2nd Violin, Section Violin, and Principal Horn. For details visit https://rochestersymphony.org/orchestra-auditions . Please share this post widely with all the musicians you know!

05/13/2026

Join us for PARIS WINDS, where French-inspired music and drinks from Bleu Duck Kitchen in the candlelit Historic Chateau Theatre provide a perfect work-week break. Read a brief description of each charming musical selection, meet our musicians, and get tickets at WWW.ROCHESTERSYMPHONY.ORG. See you there! Thursday, May 14, 6:30pm.

05/08/2026

Thursdays are the new Fridays! Join us for Paris Winds on May 14—casual, friendly, and just the right length to be home by bedtime. From the light, spirited elegance of French classical works to melodies that evoke cabarets and sidewalk cafés, and colorful scenes of an earlier Provence, the Rochester Symphony woodwind quintet presents this Paris-inspired program in the candlelit Historic Chateau Theatre. Bleu Duck Kitchen will be on hand with French-themed cocktails and wine available for purchase. Info & tickets at WWW.ROCHESTERSYMPHONY.ORG .

PARIS WINDS - Rochester Symphony

05/05/2026

DESSERT BOX ORDERS DUE MAY 7!
Bleu Duck Kitchen has created a special dessert selection to complement the iconic French music featured on our PARIS WINDS program. Only available for pre-order with your ticket, a delightful box of blueberry cream puffs, fried ice cream truffles, and blood orange chocolate tarts will be waiting for you upon arrival at the candlelit Historic Chateau Theatre.
Each box contains enough for two (but not too much for one!) and can be easily enjoyed while listening to the Rochester Symphony woodwind quintet perform music inspired by the vibrant artistic life of Paris.
Find details and buy tickets at WWW.ROCHESTERSYMPHONY.ORG

05/01/2026

IT’S A GIVEAWAY!

Our 2026/27 Season will be announced the week of May 18, and the answer to this question provides a clue to one of the epic programs in the concert lineup.

Send your answer to the email address below, and we’ll enter your name into a drawing to win a 2026/27 season ticket subscription.

Comment, converse, crowdsource—help one another out!

The winner will be notified by email when the 2026/27 season is announced.

Email your answer by May 15 to [email protected].

04/28/2026

These talented and delightful Rochester Symphony winds players will be your hosts for PARIS WINDS at the Historic Chateau Theatre, featuring the music of composers influenced by French life and culture. "We love each of these pieces for the pictures they paint for the audience, the unique way they blend the tones of our instruments, and for the energy and mood they create for the listener. We can’t wait to share them with you.” Cindy Bailey – bassoon. Bleu Duck Kitchen completes the experience with French-inspired dessert and beverages. Learn more and get tickets at WWW.ROCHESTERSYMPHONY.ORG .

04/16/2026

Enjoy the exquisite beauty of Fauré's choral masterpiece, Requiem, at LIFTED BY LIGHT, our final concert of the season. "Gabriel Fauré's Requiem has an intimacy and personal nature that, as we journey through the music, keeps us feeling held and safe, and reminds us of the faith, beauty, and peace in eternal rest. In a time when our internal and external worlds may feel chaotic or overwhelming, I hope this performance offers each listener a moment of respite, reflection, and peace." - Dr. Colleen Chester, Chorale Director. Details and tickets at WWW.ROCHESTERSYMPHONY.ORG.

04/15/2026

Our concert season finale, LIFTED BY LIGHT, includes Lili Boulanger’s short but radiant "D’un matin de printemps." Composed in 1917, Boulanger was one of the first women to be recognized for her talent as a composer. Fauré was known to be a family friend and influenced her musical style. A formidable talent, she died at just 24 years old. Get tickets and read more in our online program notes at https://rochestersymphony.org/show-event/682e0ddfedc0cbe298e834a8