Promoting access of music instruction and engaging young musicians.
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.
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.
Symphony Hall Pass
$29 seasonal membership. Our Symphony Hall Pass membership is open to all Western New York high-school students.
Masterclasses
Incredible guest artists work one-on-one with local students in front of a live audience.
Community Spotlight
Featuring school and community groups in performances before BPO concerts throughout the year.
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.
COLLABORATIONS
The BPO is proud to partner with unique groups on these special projects.
Young Musicians Scholarships
The Friends of the BPO volunteers partner with the Yadzinski Scholarship for the Arts and the Buffalo Chamber Music Society each year to award student scholarships.
West Side Connection
West Side Connection is a project involving the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and Buffalo Public Schools. It explores the diversity found in Buffalo under the umbrella of music.
BAVPA Side by Side
Buffalo Academy for Visual & Performing Arts joins the BPO for their own unique mentoring experience that culminates in a joint performance on stage at Kleinhans Music Hall.
GBYO Side by Side
The Greater Buffalo Youth Orchestra joins the BPO for their own unique mentoring experience that culminates in a joint performance on stage at Kleinhans Music Hall.