The Colorado Symphony

As the region’s only full-time professional orchestra, the Colorado Symphony Orchestra (CSO) embraces a tradition of musical excellence by presenting a wide variety of symphonic performances—from classical repertoire to innovative new forms—in Boettcher Concert Hall located in Denver, CO.
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Event Listings

Our upcoming events are listed below:


2012/13 Family
Side by Side with DYAO

Jason Seber, conductor
Denver Young Artists Orchestra

Join the fun at the Colorado Symphony’s annual collaboration with the Denver Young Artists Orchestra. Jason Seber returns to conducts this dynamic pairing of the city’s finest young classical musicians with their adult counterparts. This dramatic performance pays tribute to Harry Potter and the great Shostakovich. Boy genius and genius composer: Separated at birth?


If you are a current ticket holder for the rescheduled 2/24/13 performance, then they will still be valid for this new date. Please note the new start time of 4:30pm.

Sun 5/19/13 4:30PM Boettcher Concert Hall Side by Side with DYAO More Information Purchase



2013/14 Family
Halloween Spooktacular

Scott O’Neil, resident conductor

A family tradition of the not-too-scary-sort, this concert features music from the Harry Potter movies as well a few surprises! Be sure to dress up for the Halloween festivities and witness the zany costumes the Colorado Symphony musicians create. Some of our young concertgoers will be invited on stage to show off their costumes as well!

Sun 10/27/13 2:30PM Boettcher Concert Hall Halloween Spooktacular More Information *Select MORE INFORMATION for details.



2013/14 Family
Drums of the World

Colorado Symphony Percussionists

Take a trip around the world with our exuberant percussion crew! The air is full of driving beats and syncopation while the stage is filled with percussion instruments of all sorts, including a few you might not expect! You won’t be able to resist clapping along and tapping your feet all the way home. This show is ideal for teens as well as the younger set.

Sun 12/1/13 2:30PM Boettcher Concert Hall Drums of the World More Information *Select MORE INFORMATION for details.



2013/14 Holiday
Colorado Christmas

Scott O’Neil, resident conductor
Colorado Symphony Chorus, Duain Wolfe, director
Colorado Children’s Chorale, Deborah DeSantis, director

The warm sounds of the holidays fill the hall in this annual Christmas spectacular. This magical concert showcases the collaboration among the Colorado Children’s Chorale and Colorado Symphony Orchestra and Chorus. This season’s celebration focuses on the music and magic of the season, with a few surprises and special guests.

Sat 12/21/13 2:30PM Boettcher Concert Hall Colorado Christmas More Information *Select MORE INFORMATION for details.



The Colorado Symphony’s annual side-by-side concert with the musicians of the Denver Young Artists Orchestra is an experience you and your family will never forget.

Sun 1/26/14 2:30PM Boettcher Concert Hall Side-By-Side with the DYAO More Information *Select MORE INFORMATION for details.



Join us for this thrilling work that traces the development of instruments from ancient percussion and gongs to the orchestra of today. Featuring Benjamin Britten’s classic Young Persons Guide to the Orchestra, music from Jurassic Park and a special visit from a prehistoric friend, this concert will keep audiences of all ages on the edge of their seats! Percussion, woodwinds, strings and brass, this concert features all your favorite instruments and introduces a few new ones.

Sun 3/9/14 2:30PM Boettcher Concert Hall Prehistoric to Symphonic: Music Through the Ages More Information *Select MORE INFORMATION for details.



Scott O’Neil, resident conductor

Join us for a thrilling performance of Disney’s groundbreaking marriage of symphonic music and animation, Fantasia. Magnificent repertoire from the original 1940 version and Fantasia 2000, including The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony and The Nutcracker Suite, will be performed while Disney’s stunning footage is shown on the big screen. Experience iconic moments and childhood favorites as you never have before!

Presentation licensed by Disney Concert Library ©Disney

Sat 5/10/14 2:30PM Boettcher Concert Hall Symphony at the Movies: Disney's Fantasia presented by Arrow Electronics More Information *Select MORE INFORMATION for details.



Scott O’Neil, resident conductor

Recognized around the country as America’s favorite zookeeper, Jungle Jack has made countless television appearances including his own shows Into the Wild and Animal Adventures. This is your chance to see his furry friends live on stage, accompanied by music inspired by the wild kingdom. In its first season, Into the Wild won an Emmy for Outstanding Children’s Series. Audiences give Jack rave reviews – everyone from the youngest child to the oldest adult is entertained and inspired.

Sun 5/25/14 2:30PM Boettcher Concert Hall Jack Hanna’s Into the Wild LIVE! More Information *Select MORE INFORMATION for details.