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 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 2026/2027

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

Tickets and details here.

American Salute – A 250th Celebration

Friday, July 3, 2026, 8:00PM
Hinson Amphitheater

Celebrate 250 years of freedom with an unforgettable evening under the stars! The New Albany Symphony Orchestra and Chorus salutes America’s milestone birthday with patriotic favorites, powerful tributes, and a few surprises (mic drop…a drone show!) that will have you waving your flag high. 

The Singing Rooms

Sunday, October 11, 2026, 3:00PM
McCoy Center for the Arts

Celebrating International Day of the Girl, featuring violin superstar Isabelle Durrenberger and a program honoring three of the most trailblazing female composers in music history. Join us as we highlight the sparkling brilliance of Fanny Mendelssohn, the lyrical fire of Florence Price, and Jennifer Higdon’s choral masterpiece, The Singing Rooms. 

Holiday Spectacular

Saturday, December 19, 2026, 3:00PM
Sunday, December 20, 2026, 3:00PM
McCoy Center for the Arts

Celebrate the spirit of the season with our beloved hometown holiday tradition. Jazz trumpet sensation Benny Benack III joins the New Albany Symphony Orchestra and Chorus for a festive weekend filled with nostalgia, and holiday cheer. 

Echoes of the Emerald Isle

Sunday, March 7, 2027, 3:00PM
McCoy Center for the Arts

Celebrate spring and St. Patty’s Day! Join us on a journey across the rolling lush landscape and rich musical traditions of Ireland. From LeRoy Anderson’s rhythmic The Typewriter to the lyrical beauty of The Irish Suite, we will have you chasing away the winter blues in no time. Featuring our talented student concerto winners, and the Richens/Timm Academy of Irish Dance. 

Emanuel Ax Plays Beethoven

Saturday, April 24, 2027, 7:00PM
McCoy Center for the Arts

The New Albany Symphony Orchestra proudly welcomes legendary pianist Emanuel Ax for our one-night-only Great Artist Gala. For more than five decades, Ax has graced the world’s greatest stages, captivating audiences with his warmth, humility, and masterful interpretations that have made him one of the most celebrated pianists of our time. A longtime musical partner of Yo-Yo Ma, Emanuel “Manny” Ax brings Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3 to life in this rare New Albany appearance.

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, October 10, 2026, 11:30PM: Inside the Music
• Saturday, December 19, 2026, 11:30AM: Santa & the Symphony
• Saturday, March 6, 2027, 11:30AM: Feeling Lucky?

Find more Sensory-friendly options here.

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Student Concerto Competition

January 24, 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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