The Hershey Symphony Orchestra invites the community to celebrate Independence Day with the 23rd annual free concert on the lawn of Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. “A Salute to America” begins at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, June 26, 2026. There is no rain date for the concert. Parking is free and attendees...
The Hershey Symphony will perform a tribute to Italian music on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 7:30 PM at the Hershey Free Church with “Don’t Burn the Sauce!” Audiences are invited to savor the rich, passionate sounds of Italy with a program full of musical delights, including Respighi’s breathtaking Pines of Rome, all under the...
The Hershey Symphony will kick off its 57th season at the Hershey Theatre on Friday, October 17, 2025, at 7:30 PM at the Hershey Free Church with “Let’s Be Franck: Music of France and Belgium.” This performance will include a selection of romantic and powerful music, featuring César Franck’s stirring Symphony in D Minor. “French...
Embark on a vibrant journey through the music of Bohemia, showcasing the rich traditions of Czech composers. Joining the Symphony is Dara Morales of The Philadelphia Orchestra, performing the breathtaking Bruch Violin Concerto. This concert promises an exhilarating close to a season of musical exploration. To view the promo video for this concert, click here....
Don’t miss this special celebration of the 80th anniversary of Carousel, the beloved musical by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. Originally adapted from Ferenc Molnár’s play Liliom, this heartwarming story moves from Budapest to the coast of Maine, brought to life with a talented cast of vocalists from around the region. Experience the sweeping...
The Hershey Symphony Orchestra proudly announces its 57th season, with a range of musical selections from classical masterworks to beloved musical theater hits. The symphony will split its season between the Hershey Free Church and the newly-renovated Hershey Theatre, its longstanding main venue. “The Hershey Symphony is poised to present a wonderful season of concerts...
Update as of 6/27/25: Regretfully, the decision has been made to cancel tonight’s performance of “A Salute to America” at the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center due to the unpredictable weather. We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday and we look forward to playing for you again soon. The Hershey Symphony...
The Hershey Symphony Orchestra will present “Suite-est Place on Earth” at the Hershey Free Church on Friday, May 2, at 7:30 p.m. Maestro Greg Woodbridge will lead the orchestra through Ravel’s Ma mère l’Oye—Mother Goose Suite, Mendelssohn’s The Hebrides (“Fingal’s Cave”), and Copland’s Suite from Billy the Kid. “This concert is a celebration of our...
The Hershey Symphony Orchestra is pleased to announce that oboist Artemis Drake, an 11th-grader at Conrad Weiser High School in Robesonia, is the winner of this year’s Young Artist Competition. The Young Artist Competition was established by the symphony to celebrate young artists with superior musical ability in South Central Pennsylvania. The competition is open...
The Hershey Symphony Orchestra invites the community to Broadway Strings: A Night of Song for the Symphony on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Hershey Story Museum Lobby. This exclusive evening features a stunning performance by The Broadway Strings, a talented ensemble that brings the magic of Broadway to life with exceptional...