Education & Community
Each year the Grand Rapids Symphony presents dozens of special concerts and events for people of all ages to experience the joy and excitement of classical music. Whether you are new to the world of classical music or have been enjoying it for years, there is something here for you. Events range from programs for individuals and families—like the popular Lollipop Concerts for children ages 4-7 to events just for adults and seniors—to programs designed especially for school groups, such as the Artists in Residence and Side by Side programs.
Our education programs are continually growing and developing, so keep checking back to see what’s new!
Here's what's new!
Don't miss the 2009-2010 Family Series Concerts!
Hear the orchestra as never before as the Grand Rapids Symphony presents live music in a way your IPOD can only dream of! The newly re-designed Family Concerts are perfect for the young musician in your family. Featuring Fiddles on Fire on October 11, 2009 and Percussion Explosion on April18, 2010. Both concerts are held at the Forest Hills Fine Arts Center, a convenient drive from just about everywhere, and convenient, free parking!
For more information, click on the Kids & Families menu on the right!
For information regarding programs geared for school groups, click on the Schools & Teachers menu on the right.
- Lollipops Concerts
- Third Grade Concerts
- Fifth Grade Concerts
- Nooks & Crannies Tours
- Access to Music
- Student Passport Program
- Artists in Residence Program
- Side by Side Concerts
For information regarding programs for individual students and families, click on the Kids & Families menu on the right.
- Lollipop Concerts
- Family Concerts
- Student Passport Program
- Mosaic Scholarship Program
- Grand Rapids Youth Symphony and Classical Orchestra
- Grand Rapids Symphony Youth Choruses
For information regarding programs for adults, click on the Adults menu on the right.
- Access to Music
- UpBeat
- Nooks & Crannies Tours