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Farrenc, Schumann and Dvořák

Superstar violinist Stefan Jackiw joins the Symphony for Dvořák’s Violin Concerto, full of gorgeous melodies, rustic folk influences and a lively dance.

April 17-19, 2026
Helzberg Hall

Dolly Parton's Threads: My Songs in Symphony

This concert features Dolly Parton on screen in Helzberg Hall, telling her story and singing her songs with new and innovative orchestrations played live by the Kansas City Symphony.

May 15-17, 2026
Helzberg Hall

Farrenc, Schumann and Dvořák

Superstar violinist Stefan Jackiw joins the Symphony for Dvořák’s Violin Concerto, full of gorgeous melodies, rustic folk influences and a lively dance.

April 17-19, 2026
Helzberg Hall

Dolly Parton's Threads: My Songs in Symphony

This concert features Dolly Parton on screen in Helzberg Hall, telling her story and singing her songs with new and innovative orchestrations played live by the Kansas City Symphony.

May 15-17, 2026
Helzberg Hall

Explore By Genre

Discover performances across a diverse range of musical traditions, from timeless classics to contemporary innovations

Classical Series

Highlighting the best music for orchestra from the 18th century through music being written right now

Farrenc, Schumann and Dvořák

Superstar violinist Stefan Jackiw joins the Symphony for Dvořák’s Violin Concerto, full of gorgeous melodies, rustic folk influences and a lively dance.

April 17-19, 2026
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Grieg's Piano Concerto

This is one of the greatest piano concertos ever written — hear it live, from the epic opening to the thundering final moments!

May 8-10, 2026
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Gil Shaham Plays Brahms

Johannes Brahms’ monumental Violin Concerto, played by Gil Shaham, is paired with a one-of-a-kind commission based on the biblical creation account, composed by seven different composers.

May 29-31, 2026
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Rachmaninoff Celebration, Part 2 Piano Concerto No. 3

The second concert of Music Director Matthias Pintscher’s Rachmaninoff Celebration features Yefim Bronfman playing the composer’s Third Piano Concerto, one of the most difficult concertos ever written!

June 5-7, 2026
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Rhapsody in Blue and Dvořák’'s "New World" Symphony

Our Classical Series finale pairs two works inspired by the “new world” — Gershwin’s jazzy Rhapsody in Blue and Dvořák’s famous Ninth Symphony!

June 19-21, 2026
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Farrenc, Schumann and Dvořák

Superstar violinist Stefan Jackiw joins the Symphony for Dvořák’s Violin Concerto, full of gorgeous melodies, rustic folk influences and a lively dance.

April 17-19, 2026
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Grieg's Piano Concerto

This is one of the greatest piano concertos ever written — hear it live, from the epic opening to the thundering final moments!

May 8-10, 2026
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Gil Shaham Plays Brahms

Johannes Brahms’ monumental Violin Concerto, played by Gil Shaham, is paired with a one-of-a-kind commission based on the biblical creation account, composed by seven different composers.

May 29-31, 2026
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Rachmaninoff Celebration, Part 2 Piano Concerto No. 3

The second concert of Music Director Matthias Pintscher’s Rachmaninoff Celebration features Yefim Bronfman playing the composer’s Third Piano Concerto, one of the most difficult concertos ever written!

June 5-7, 2026
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Rhapsody in Blue and Dvořák’'s "New World" Symphony

Our Classical Series finale pairs two works inspired by the “new world” — Gershwin’s jazzy Rhapsody in Blue and Dvořák’s famous Ninth Symphony!

June 19-21, 2026
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Pops Series

Pop, rock, singer/songwriter and more turned up to 11 with the power of a symphony orchestra

Dolly Parton's Threads: My Songs in Symphony

This concert features Dolly Parton on screen in Helzberg Hall, telling her story and singing her songs with new and innovative orchestrations played live by the Kansas City Symphony.

May 15-17, 2026
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Dancing in the Street: Music of Motown

We kick off our Pops series with a soulful and high-energy program celebrating the music and musicians of Motown, featuring songs by Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder and more!

October 16-18, 2026
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Clouds in My Coffee: The Music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King and Carly Simon

The Music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King and Carly Simon Relive the trailblazing music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King and Carly Simon in this tribute concert featuring songs like “Both Sides Now,” “I Feel the Earth Move” and “You’re So Vain”!

February 12-14, 2027
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Tropical Rock for Five O'Clock Somewhere: Jimmy Buffet and Friends

This tropical toast to the vibrant music of Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley, the Beach Boys and more will transport you from Helzberg Hall to a sunny island beach where it’s always five o’clock!

March 12-14, 2027
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The Voice of Whitney: A Symphonic Celebration

This multimedia concert features Whitney Houston’s treasured voice and Whitney herself on screen in performances and interviews, backed by reimagined orchestrations performed live by the Symphony.

April 16-18, 2027
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Warner Bros. Discovery Presents: Bugs Bunny at the Symphony

The wisecracking, carrot-chomping legend comes to the big screen in Helzberg Hall, with live performances of original cartoon scores and a special short film celebrating 86 years of Bugs and Looney Tunes.

May 21-23, 2027
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Dolly Parton's Threads: My Songs in Symphony

This concert features Dolly Parton on screen in Helzberg Hall, telling her story and singing her songs with new and innovative orchestrations played live by the Kansas City Symphony.

May 15-17, 2026
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Dancing in the Street: Music of Motown

We kick off our Pops series with a soulful and high-energy program celebrating the music and musicians of Motown, featuring songs by Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder and more!

October 16-18, 2026
Coming Soon

Clouds in My Coffee: The Music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King and Carly Simon

The Music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King and Carly Simon Relive the trailblazing music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King and Carly Simon in this tribute concert featuring songs like “Both Sides Now,” “I Feel the Earth Move” and “You’re So Vain”!

February 12-14, 2027
Coming Soon

Tropical Rock for Five O'Clock Somewhere: Jimmy Buffet and Friends

This tropical toast to the vibrant music of Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley, the Beach Boys and more will transport you from Helzberg Hall to a sunny island beach where it’s always five o’clock!

March 12-14, 2027
Coming Soon

The Voice of Whitney: A Symphonic Celebration

This multimedia concert features Whitney Houston’s treasured voice and Whitney herself on screen in performances and interviews, backed by reimagined orchestrations performed live by the Symphony.

April 16-18, 2027
Coming Soon

Warner Bros. Discovery Presents: Bugs Bunny at the Symphony

The wisecracking, carrot-chomping legend comes to the big screen in Helzberg Hall, with live performances of original cartoon scores and a special short film celebrating 86 years of Bugs and Looney Tunes.

May 21-23, 2027
Coming Soon

Family/Education/Community

Fun concerts that educate and entertain, specially designed for kids and their grownups

Inside Music Series: Stefan Jackiw

Violinist Stefan Jackiw wraps up the Inside Music Series with an illuminating masterclass and conversation designed for both musicians and music lovers.

April 16, 2026
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Happy Hour: Striking Stings

Enjoy a short chamber music concert as a pick-me-up in the middle of your week!

April 22, 2026
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Petite Performance: Goldilocks and the Three Bears

A short, fun program on the Helzberg Hall stage for our littlest listeners featuring the story of Goldilocks and the three bears with a musical twist!

May 9, 2026
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Happy Hour: A Baroque Ball

Enjoy a short chamber music concert as a pick-me-up in the middle of your week!

May 12, 2026
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Inside Music Series: Stefan Jackiw

Violinist Stefan Jackiw wraps up the Inside Music Series with an illuminating masterclass and conversation designed for both musicians and music lovers.

April 16, 2026
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Happy Hour: Striking Stings

Enjoy a short chamber music concert as a pick-me-up in the middle of your week!

April 22, 2026
Reserve your free tickets now!

Petite Performance: Goldilocks and the Three Bears

A short, fun program on the Helzberg Hall stage for our littlest listeners featuring the story of Goldilocks and the three bears with a musical twist!

May 9, 2026
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Happy Hour: A Baroque Ball

Enjoy a short chamber music concert as a pick-me-up in the middle of your week!

May 12, 2026
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Special Presentations

Special guest performers, tributes to stars and genres plus a few surprises

Ben Rector with the Kansas City Symphony

Singer/songwriter Ben Rector joins the Kansas City Symphony for his show “Symphonies Across America,” adding an orchestral dimension to his heartfelt music.

May 21-22, 2026
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On Stage with Gil Shaham

Experience Gil Shaham, one of the greatest violinists of our time, in an intimate chamber music concert and conversation with Music Director Matthias Pintscher!

May 28, 2026
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On Stage with Yefim Bronfman

Join pianist extraordinaire Yefim Bronfman in this performance with musicians of the Kansas City Symphony and your host, Music Director Matthias Pintscher.

June 4, 2026
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Trey Anastasio with the Kansas City Symphony

Trey Anastasio, Phish guitarist-vocalist, earned acclaim in rock, classical, and theatre, GRAMMY nominations, orchestral collaborations, and a Tony nomination for Hands on a Hardbody.

June 10, 2026
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Steve Hackman Conducts His Taylor Swift: The Symphonic Era

Steve Hackman’s Taylor Swift: The Symphony Era transforms Taylor’s hits into a powerful orchestral spectacle with band, vocalists, and Kansas City Symphony.

June 11-12, 2026
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Ben Rector with the Kansas City Symphony

Singer/songwriter Ben Rector joins the Kansas City Symphony for his show “Symphonies Across America,” adding an orchestral dimension to his heartfelt music.

May 21-22, 2026
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On Stage with Gil Shaham

Experience Gil Shaham, one of the greatest violinists of our time, in an intimate chamber music concert and conversation with Music Director Matthias Pintscher!

May 28, 2026
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On Stage with Yefim Bronfman

Join pianist extraordinaire Yefim Bronfman in this performance with musicians of the Kansas City Symphony and your host, Music Director Matthias Pintscher.

June 4, 2026
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Trey Anastasio with the Kansas City Symphony

Trey Anastasio, Phish guitarist-vocalist, earned acclaim in rock, classical, and theatre, GRAMMY nominations, orchestral collaborations, and a Tony nomination for Hands on a Hardbody.

June 10, 2026
Sold Out

Steve Hackman Conducts His Taylor Swift: The Symphonic Era

Steve Hackman’s Taylor Swift: The Symphony Era transforms Taylor’s hits into a powerful orchestral spectacle with band, vocalists, and Kansas City Symphony.

June 11-12, 2026
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2026/27 Classical Friday Bravo 7 Series

A season of amazing music and stunning performances awaits you in our 2026/27 Classical Series. Enjoy SEVEN Friday evening performances presented between October and May!

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A season of amazing music and stunning performances awaits you in our 2026/27 Classical Series. Enjoy FOURTEEN Friday evening performances presented between October and June!

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2026/27 Classical Friday Ovation 7 Series

A season of amazing music and stunning performances awaits you in our 2026/27 Classical Series. Enjoy SEVEN Friday evening performances presented between October and June!

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2026/27 Classical Saturday Bravo 7 Series

A season of amazing music and stunning performances awaits you in our 2026/27 Classical Series. Enjoy SEVEN Saturday evening performances presented between October and May!

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A season of amazing music and stunning performances awaits you in our 2026/27 Classical Series. Enjoy FOURTEEN Saturday evening performances presented between October and June!

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2026/27 Classical Saturday Ovation 7 Series

A season of amazing music and stunning performances awaits you in our 2026/27 Classical Series. Enjoy SEVEN Saturday evening performances presented between October and June!

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2026/27 Classical Sunday Bravo 7 Series

A season of amazing music and stunning performances awaits you in our 2026/27 Classical Series. Enjoy SEVEN Sunday afternoon performances presented between October and May!

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A season of amazing music and stunning performances awaits you in our 2026/27 Classical Series. Enjoy FOURTEEN Sunday afternoon performances presented between October and June!

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2026/27 Classical Sunday Ovation 7 Series

A season of amazing music and stunning performances awaits you in our 2026/27 Classical Series. Enjoy SEVEN Sunday afternoon performances presented between October and June!

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2026/27 Family Series

Share the joy of live music with the whole family in the Kansas City Symphony’s Family Series! It is a season filled with imagination, laughter, and discovery.

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2026/27 KCS at the Movies

Experience your Kansas City Symphony live in concert with blockbuster films in our new KCS at the Movies subscription.

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2026/27 Pops Friday Series

The 2026/27 Kansas City Symphony Pops Series is packed with stars, music you know and love, and memories to share with your friends and family. Enjoy FIVE Friday evening performances presented between October and May!

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2026/27 Pops Saturday Series

The 2026/27 Kansas City Symphony Pops Series is packed with stars, music you know and love, and memories to share with your friends and family. Enjoy FIVE Saturday evening performances presented between October and May!

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2026/27 Pops Sunday Series

The 2026/27 Kansas City Symphony Pops Series is packed with stars, music you know and love, and memories to share with your friends and family. Enjoy FIVE Sunday afternoon performances presented between October and May!

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2025/26 Compose Your Own Season Ticket Package

Want to attend all of your favorite concerts and SAVE? Compose Your Own KC Symphony season ticket package with five or more concerts from ANY series, and take 10 percent off the current single ticket price!

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2026/27 Classical Friday Bravo 7 Series

A season of amazing music and stunning performances awaits you in our 2026/27 Classical Series. Enjoy SEVEN Friday evening performances presented between October and May!

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2026/27 Classical Friday Masterworks 14 Series

A season of amazing music and stunning performances awaits you in our 2026/27 Classical Series. Enjoy FOURTEEN Friday evening performances presented between October and June!

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2026/27 Classical Friday Ovation 7 Series

A season of amazing music and stunning performances awaits you in our 2026/27 Classical Series. Enjoy SEVEN Friday evening performances presented between October and June!

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2026/27 Classical Saturday Bravo 7 Series

A season of amazing music and stunning performances awaits you in our 2026/27 Classical Series. Enjoy SEVEN Saturday evening performances presented between October and May!

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2026/27 Classical Saturday Masterworks 14 Series

A season of amazing music and stunning performances awaits you in our 2026/27 Classical Series. Enjoy FOURTEEN Saturday evening performances presented between October and June!

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2026/27 Classical Saturday Ovation 7 Series

A season of amazing music and stunning performances awaits you in our 2026/27 Classical Series. Enjoy SEVEN Saturday evening performances presented between October and June!

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2026/27 Classical Sunday Bravo 7 Series

A season of amazing music and stunning performances awaits you in our 2026/27 Classical Series. Enjoy SEVEN Sunday afternoon performances presented between October and May!

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2026/27 Classical Sunday Masterworks 14 Series

A season of amazing music and stunning performances awaits you in our 2026/27 Classical Series. Enjoy FOURTEEN Sunday afternoon performances presented between October and June!

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2026/27 Classical Sunday Ovation 7 Series

A season of amazing music and stunning performances awaits you in our 2026/27 Classical Series. Enjoy SEVEN Sunday afternoon performances presented between October and June!

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2026/27 Family Series

Share the joy of live music with the whole family in the Kansas City Symphony’s Family Series! It is a season filled with imagination, laughter, and discovery.

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2026/27 KCS at the Movies

Experience your Kansas City Symphony live in concert with blockbuster films in our new KCS at the Movies subscription.

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2026/27 Pops Friday Series

The 2026/27 Kansas City Symphony Pops Series is packed with stars, music you know and love, and memories to share with your friends and family. Enjoy FIVE Friday evening performances presented between October and May!

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2026/27 Pops Saturday Series

The 2026/27 Kansas City Symphony Pops Series is packed with stars, music you know and love, and memories to share with your friends and family. Enjoy FIVE Saturday evening performances presented between October and May!

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2026/27 Pops Sunday Series

The 2026/27 Kansas City Symphony Pops Series is packed with stars, music you know and love, and memories to share with your friends and family. Enjoy FIVE Sunday afternoon performances presented between October and May!

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