Education at the VSO
Music is vital and essential to a well-rounded education. The VSO is committed to connecting our community to the joy of symphonic music by engaging all ages with interactive, educational programming.

OriginO Kids Concerts
A series of concerts created for children and families to enjoy the musical excellence of the VSO. These concerts provide engaging and entertaining musical discovery, with a theatrical twist!
Platypus Theatre: Presto Mambo!
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Elementary School Concerts
This year’s Elementary School Concerts use visual artistry to illuminate the magic behind the music. VSO school concerts provide K-7 students with a fun, educational, and interactive live music experience.
Music is a Theme Park – Grades 3-7
Thurs, Oct 20, 2022 – 10am
Thurs, Oct 20, 2022 – 12pm
Philharmonia Fantastique – Grades K-7
Wed, April 12, 2023 – 10am
Wed, April 12, 2023 – 12pm
Thurs, April 13, 2023 – 10am
Thurs, April 13, 2023 – 12pm

Symphonic Encounters
Come behind the scenes of the Vancouver Symphony through Symphonic Encounters! This awe-inspiring open rehearsal program is best for grade 6 up to adults.
Visions of Heaven: Mozart, Golijov & Mahler
Thursday, Nov 3, 2022 – 10am
Hilary Hahn Plays Sibelius
Friday, Jan 13, 2023 – 10am
Plus 4 more events!
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Jean Coulthard Readings and Mentorship Program
The Jean Coulthard Readings and Mentorship Program gives emerging BC composers an invaluable opportunity to work with VSO musicians, a mentor composer, and visiting composers as they develop a work that will be read and recorded by a professional orchestra. This new format is premiered this year.
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VSO Relaxed Performance
Relaxed Performances are aimed at increasing accessibility to symphonic music. This casual, one-hour, sensory-friendly performance is designed to be inclusive and welcomes children and families, all neurodivergent community members, and those who simply want a more relaxed performance experience. Join us for our Relaxed Performance!
Scheherazade
Thursday, March 16, 2023 – 11:30am

VSO Workshops
Bring your school or let us come to you! We offer a selection of workshops that will bring music to life and build new ways for students to learn about symphonic music. Can be added-on to a concert or open rehearsal.
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Kids Concerts Sponsor

All-Access Pass

Jean Coulthard Readings

VSO Elementary School Sponsors

VSO Elementary School Concerts Endowed by:
THE JIM PATTISON FOUNDATION
Youth Development and Engagement Programs Supported By
THE WILLIAM AND IRENE MCEWEN FUND
VSO Connects Surrey Endowed By
WERNER AND HELGA HÖING