New Albany Symphony series and sensory-friendly symphony

The New Albany Symphony Orchestra brings live music to the community through a variety of concerts and events each season.

In addition to free outdoor concerts, ticketed events, and inclusive events, they have continued to make symphony music safe and accessible to kids and adults.

New Albany Symphony Series 2025/2026

The Annual Symphony series features both indoor and outdoor concerts, holiday show, and renowned musicians. 

Tickets and details here.

Bernstein in Story and Song

Friday, September 5, 2025, 7:30PM
Hinson Amphitheater

The stars align at the Hinson Amphitheater for an electric opening night! Morgan James’ powerhouse vocals unite with Jamie Bernstein’s storytelling magic in a dazzling tribute to the music of her father, the legendary composer Leonard Bernstein.

Carmina Burana

Sunday, October 12, 2025, 3:00PM
McCoy Center for the Arts, 100 E Dublin Granville Rd

Experience the exhilarating power and passion of Carmina Burana, Carl Orff’s monumental choral masterpiece, live at the McCoy! From the thunderous “O Fortuna” to the playful and sensual movements, this work is a feast for the senses.

Holiday Spectacular

Saturday, December 20, 2025, 5:00PM
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 3:00PM
McCoy Center for the Arts

Celebrate the season with music that awakens memories of childhood and family traditions. Let the magic of the holidays come to life on stage at the McCoy with the New Albany Symphony Orchestra and Chorus this December! Tickets $20-35

Triumph & Light

Sunday, March 8, 2026, 3:00PM
McCoy Center for the Arts

Rising stars shine alongside timeless masterworks as we present an afternoon of musical contrasts. Enjoy the radiant soundscapes of August Reed Thomas’ contemporary masterpiece Of Paradise and Light and then watch our brilliant student concerto winners take center stage.

New Albany Symphony Sensory-Friendly Series 

Saturday at the Symphony Sensory Friendly concerts are designed for those on the autism spectrum, our friends in the dementia/Alzheimer’s community, or for those audience members needing a more relaxed concert experience.

Performances are never longer than an hour and include pre-concert lobby activities when possible.

During these concerts, audience members can move around, talk and BYO reinforcements and motivational systems. House lights will be turned on but dimmed, and “chill-out” zones, will be available in the lobby for those needing a break. 

They are offering 500 free tickets per concert (limit four per family). Additional tickets are $10. Join email list or follow us on Facebook to receive the free ticket promo code. 

Saturday, September 6, 2025, 11:30AM. Dancing in the Streets

Saturday, December 20, 2025, 11:30AM. Santa & the Symphony

Saturday, March 7, 2025, 11:30AM. Rising Stars

Find more Sensory-friendly options here.

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Student Concerto Competition

tba 2026
Graves Piano Recital Hall, 5298 Karl Road in Columbus.
The competition is open to all Ohio students. Entrants are divided into categories by age at the time of audition: Junior Division, high school students and younger; and Senior Division, full-time undergraduate students age 24 and younger.

Division winners will receive a $300 cash prize and will perform with the New Albany Symphony Orchestra at the Jeanne B. McCoy Community Center for the Arts.

Applications are $50 and must be submitted online by January 2, 2026. Details and application here.

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