Building our next generation by inspiring through childhood education.
The BPO is proud to present educational programming accessible to all students through live concerts, in-school programs, and digital resources. Each year we work to ensure that our programs introduce students to the best orchestral repertoire, focus on music learning concepts being taught in the school classroom, encourage active participation through interactive program elements, and provide an engaging and memorable experience.
The BPO is proud to participate in the 4by4 Initiative, welcoming 4th graders and their families to select Buffalo cultural institutions free of charge. Exposure to the arts is not only fun and interesting, but has life-long positive effects and helps create well rounded community members.
This season the BPO has selected 4 incredible concerts for your enjoyment. Please join us for:
Fascinatin’ Rhythm: A Gershwin Celebration – Sat Nov 16, 7:30pm
Beethoven Symphony No. 3, “Eroica” – Sat Nov 23, 7:30pm
Holiday Pops – Sun Dec 22, 2:30pm
The Sound of Cinema – Sat Feb 1, 7:30pm
If you know a fourth grader living in any of the zip codes 14201, 14203, 14204, 14207, 14208, 14210, 14211, 14212, 14213, 14214, 14215, 14219, 14224, 14225, please email boxoffice@bpo.org for information on how to claim tickets (space limited).
The 4by4 Initiative is supported by
VISIT US AT KLEINHANS
Unlock your students’ musical potential through the excitement of a live orchestra performance created just for them!
Youth Concerts
The BPO is proud to present educational programming that is developed with the assistance of music teachers and curriculum writers.
Kids Family Concerts
The BPO offers affordable, high-quality entertainment for our youngest audience, as well as the young-at-heart on select Sunday afternoons.
Accessibility for Exceptional People
The BPO provides access to its quality programming in ways that allow the whole community to enjoy.
BRING US TO YOUR SCHOOL
Bring the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra to your school or learning environment through a variety of interactive programs.
BPO Teaching Artists
Invite a BPO musician to your classroom! Interactive presentations feature an emphasis on standards of artistic excellence, provided by world-class professional musicians.
Professional Development
Receive professional development that will address the unique needs of your department.
CONNECT WITH US ONLINE
Explore our digital music resources for use in the classroom and beyond!
Education Hub
The BPO presents free youth concert content for educational users. Explore video resources with accompanying lessons under thematic units like Musical Stories, World Dances, Celebrating WNY and more!
#PlayOnWNY
BPO musicians present instrument demos for our local students who are choosing an instrument, as well as practice videos and tutorials.
#SingOnWNY
Members of the Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus present vocal fundamentals, as well as practice videos and tutorials for our local students who are learning to sing.
Music Education Resources
BPO education resources as well as links to local music making opportunities and national resource pages.