Join us for Ellis Island: The Dream of America!

Leonard Bernstein: Candide Overture

Samuel Barber: Adagio for Strings

Florence Price: Piano Concerto in One Movement

Ying Li, piano

Peter Boyer: Ellis Island: The Dream of America

“Bach” by popular demand is Bachtoberfest: a night of beer, brats, and Bach. This family-friendly, outdoor concert provides an intimate and relaxed setting to enjoy classical music. BYOB, with food available for purchase. Seating is first-come-first serve; concertgoers can pack their own picnic and enjoy the concert from the library front lawn as well. 

No tricks, just treats! Join us for a spooky Concert in the Cosmos celebrating classic Halloween movies and tunes. Stunning planetarium visuals combine with live music in a multi-sensory night of fun! Be sure to stop by and trick or treat through the museum galleries beforehand. Costumes encouraged! 

Join us for Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 5!

Louise Farrenc: Overture No. 1 

Felix Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E minor

Sacha Jorba-Wu, violin

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky:  Symphony No. 5

Back by popular demand! Experience world-class music in an intimate setting with Bach to the Beatles. Lose yourself in an hour- long fusion of classical and popular music surrounded by the glow of hundreds of candles. Seating is limited; one night only! 

This special concert featuring full BRSO brass and percussion is sure to put you in the holiday spirit. The glorious St. Joseph Cathedral provides the perfect setting for brass renditions of holiday favorites. This is the only location where you can experience the famous cathedral organ accompanying some of the most beloved traditional carols.

Celebrate the season in style at The Mallory, the beautifully renovated event space in St. Francisville’s new North Commerce district. Join us for an unforgettable evening as the BRSO brass and percussion players fill the air with the sounds of the season. This special Holiday Brass performance will feature festive favorites and exclusive BRSO arrangements, all set against the backdrop of The Mallory’s elegant, modern charm. 

The beautiful grounds of Houmas House and Gardens set the scene for a special edition of Holiday Brass. The Symphony brass and percussion players perform traditional holiday favorites, including some BRSO custom arrangements. Make a night of it, and schedule dinner at one of the estate’s fabulous restaurants.

In cases of inclement weather or wet grounds, this concert will be moved indoors. 

Holiday favorites for the entire family! Join your BRSO and Baton Rouge Symphony Chorus at the River Center Theatre for this beloved yearly concert! This concert will feature seasonal melodies and music from classic holiday favorites. Ring in the season with the biggest carol sing-along in Baton Rouge, and make this concert an annual tradition! 

Underwritten by Pennington Family Foundation.

Join us at the River Center Theatre for a night of Motown’s greatest hits! This program features smash hits made famous by artists like Marvin Gaye, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, Diana Ross, The Temptations and the one and only Stevie Wonder. Songs include Ain’t No Mountain High Enough, Reach Out I’ll Be There, Dancing In The Street, My Girl, Superstition, and more. Audiences will be transformed by the powerful music of Motown with these authentic arrangements and the incredible vocal talents of three special guest artists. 

Join us for Beethoven Symphony No. 5!

Ludwig van Beethoven: Coriolan Overture

Ludwig van Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 5

Zhu Wang, piano

Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 5

Experience a thrilling evening of music courtesy of your BRSO percussion! Join us at the newly renovated LSU School of Music Recital Hall for a unique experience you won’t forget.

Embark on an exciting musical journey with your BRSO string quartet! Join us at the Unitarian Church of Baton Rouge for a night of energetic and diverse string repertoire. 

Join us for Shostakovich Symphony No. 5!

Jean Sibelius: Finlandia

Giuseppe Verdi: Va pensiero from Nabucco

Giuseppe Verdi: Anvil Chorus from Il trovatore

Giuseppe Verdi: La vergine degli angeli from

La forza del destino

Pietro Mascagni: Regina Coeli

Dmitri Shostakovich: Symphony No. 5

This Concert in the Cosmos will explore strange new worlds, seek out new life and new civilizations, and boldly go where no one has gone before! Join us for a celebration of al things space as we pair thrilling planetarium visuals with music from your favorite intergalactic films!

Join us for The Music of Star Wars!

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1

Conrad Tao, piano

John Williams: Across the Stars 

John Williams: Star Wars Suite