For student groups exploring New York City, the famous New York Philharmonic is both electric and educational.
Whether your ensemble is discovering orchestral music for the first time or your young musicians are preparing for futures on professional stages, the NY Phil offers group-friendly programming that ranges from enjoying a concert outing to working one-on-one with professionals. Not to mention the specific benefits for student groups!
SPRING CONCERT HIGHLIGHTS
This spring’s programming is a feast for students—rich repertoire, renowned guest artists, and the excitement of Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel’s inaugural season.
Major Programs Featuring Dudamel:
- Eroica & The People United Will Never Be Defeated, Mar. 12-17
- the wealth of nations by David Lang, Mar. 19-22
- Celloist Sheku Kanneh-Mason & Composer Ellen Reid, Apr. 30-May 2
- The Spanish Harlem Orchestra, May 6-8
Enigma Variations & Bruch’s Violin Concerto (Mar 27–29)
Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider takes on the rare dual role of conductor and soloist in Bruch’s beloved First Violin Concerto. Students will love the contrast of Strauss’s playful Till Eulenspiegel’s Merry Pranks and the emotional sweep of Elgar’s iconic Enigma Variations.
Dvořák’s Seventh & Sibelius’s Violin Concerto (Apr 15–18)
Domingo Hindoyan makes his NY Phil debut, leading a program that balances drama, folk rhythms, and virtuosic flair. Karen Gomyo brings Sibelius’s deeply expressive Violin Concerto to life, preceded by Allison Loggins-Hull’s fresh reflection on the national anthem.
Janowski Conducts Mendelssohn’s Scottish (May 21–23)
From Mozart’s sparkling Serenata notturna to Haydn’s Trumpet Concerto featuring Principal Trumpet Christopher Martin, this program is a tour of clarity, elegance, and historic inspiration—culminating in Mendelssohn’s atmospheric Scottish Symphony.
Sheku Kanneh-Mason Plays Elgar (May 27–30)
Cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason—always a student favorite—returns for Elgar’s heartfelt Cello Concerto. The program includes selections from Prokofiev’s Cinderella and the New York Premiere of Noriko Koide’s delicately textured Swaddling Silk and Gossamer Rain.
BIG BENEFITS FOR GROUPS OF 10+
Traveling with a larger crew? The Philharmonic rolls out the red carpet for student groups:
- Generous Discounts: Save up to 20% on select performances.
- No Service Fees: Groups skip the additional 12% in service fees.
- Priority Seating: Reserve seats before tickets go on sale to the public.
- Locked-In Pricing: Book early and protect your group from changing ticket prices.
- Flexible Planning: Adjust your reservation as needed up until final payment.
- Engaging Extras: Add a pre-concert talk or post-concert Q&A for a deeper dive into the music.
- Personalized Attention: Dedicated staff guide you through booking, seating, and recommendations.
EDUCATIONAL OFFERINGS
- Clinics: Philharmonic clinicians lead visiting ensembles through collaborative rehearsals—ideal for band, choir, or orchestra programs seeking hands-on growth.
- Pre-Concert Talks: Students explore repertoire, meet music professionals, and uncover what life in music careers really looks like.
- Post-Concert Q&As: Philharmonic musicians host lively conversations that let students ask questions, gain insight, and connect personally with the performers.
WORKSHOPS FOR PRE-PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS
For developing musicians ready to take the next step, the Philharmonic’s Youth Mentorship Program delivers transformative training. In two-hour workshops—with or without instruments—students work closely with Philharmonic musicians and guest professionals to strengthen:
- Technical and interpretive skills
- Ensemble performance practices
- Healthy habits for practicing, rehearsing, and performing
- Strategies for building a positive, energized classroom culture
These workshops give young musicians not just new abilities, but a deeper understanding of what it means to grow artistically and professionally.
To make it all happen, simply reach out to groupsales@nyphil.org.
Photo courtesy of Chris Lee.
