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 2022/2023

The 15th Annual Symphony series features both indoor and outdoor concerts, holiday show, and renowned musicians. 

Tickets and details here.

Friday, September 9, 2022, 7:30PM – Latin Nights
Luis Biava, conductorIt’s a party and you’re invited! Maestro Biava brings his renowned Colombian heritage to the stage with sultry samba, Colombian cumbia, and the beautiful paso doble to celebrate Hispanic Heritage month.

Help us kick off NASO’s 15th season fiesta style outside at the Hinson Amphitheater. Lawn seating is $24-26 and general admission. Please bring your own blanket or chair.

Sunday, December 18, 2022, 3:00PM – Holiday Spectacular
Luis Biava, conductor

It’s the “Most Wonderful Time of the Year” and we can’t wait to see you at the McCoy Center for an afternoon of fun for the whole family! Don’t forget to arrive early for the Gift Basket Fundraiser.

Sunday, March 12, 2023, 3:00PM – Ellington Price Still
Luis Biava, conductor

We float down Ellington’s River and dance our way to the deep South with works by Florence Price and William Grant Still in a concert featuring composers that blazed a trail so bright the future was forever changed.

Don’t miss this performance by the New Albany Symphony and the winners of our student concerto competition at McCoy Center for the Arts

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. 

Concerts are on Saturdays. Tickets are $9. Buy here.

September 10, 2022: The Rhythm is Gonna Getcha! at 4 pm.

December 17, 2022: Santa & the Symphony at 11:30 am

March 11, 2023: Trailblazers at 11:30 am.

Find more Sensory-friendly options here.

Disability friendly and sensory friendly in Columbus

Student Concerto Competition

January 21, 2023
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 $200 cash prize and will perform with the New Albany Symphony Orchestra at the Jeanne B. McCoy Community Center for the Arts.

Applications are $40 and must be submitted online by January 10, 2022. Details and application here.

Check out other upcoming concerts!

Thursday, March 30, 2023

Friday, March 31, 2023

Friday, April 7, 2023

Prior concerts held in 2022

Rose Run Fest Summer in Vienna

Monday, June 13 – Saturday, June 18, 2022

The 1st Annual Rose Run Fest celebrates Vienna, Austria, the capital of classical music and the heartbeat of art and culture in Europe. “Summer in Vienna” will feature music, art, cooking, dancing, hot air balloon rides, and wellness activities in and around Rose Run Park beginning Monday, June 13 and concluding Saturday, June 18 with a concert by New Albany Symphony at the Hinson Amphitheater.

There are events and activities for all ages. Check out the full schedule here.

Summer in Vienna

June 18, 2022 at 8 pm at Hinson Amphitheater
Luis Biava, conductor
Featuring soloists; Chelsea Melcher, Carolyn Redman, Robert Kerr and dancers from New Albany Ballet Company

Known as the capital of classical music, Vienna is the heartbeat of art and culture in Europe. Bask in the beauty of the Blue Danube Waltz, selections from The Sound of Music, and the popular Champagne Polka, as we transport you to this beautiful city.

General Admission Lawn: $24.00 – $26.00. Details here.

Find more outdoor concerts here!

Free outdoor concert roundup around Columbus in 2022