Symphony San Jose presents a special one-hour concert featuring Benjamin Britten’s The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra, ideal for families with toddlers, preschoolers, and young children. Introduce your little ones to the very first tasted of live music and give them a memory that lasts a lifetime.
One Performance Only: Sunday, March 7, 2027 at 11:00am.
Brilliantly inventive and endlessly engaging, Britten’s The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra takes listeners on a tour of the ensemble, revealing how the personality of each instrument and their respective families contribute to the symphonic sound. The piece is designed to acquaint young people with the characters of the various instruments that make up the components of the modern orchestra.
Introducing children to classical music opens a world of imagination, emotion, and discovery. Live orchestral performances captivate young minds with vibrant sounds, dynamic storytelling, and the magic of musicians creating music together in real time. These early experiences spark curiosity, build listening skills, and create lasting memories that can inspire a lifelong love of music and the arts.
Special Pricing for this Event: $25 for children and $40 for adults. Children aged one year and older require a ticket for entry.
A SPECIAL FREE EVENT ONE-HOUR BEFORE CURTAIN: Come early for an exclusive INSTRUMENT PETTING ZOO. No furry friends here—but something even better! Our Instrument Petting Zoo lets little hands explore real orchestral instruments up close. Kids can touch a violin, tap on percussion, and discover the sounds that bring music to life. It’s a fun, interactive way to turn curious toddlers into engaged listeners before the concert even starts. Join us one hour prior to the concert and let the musical adventure begin.