Friday Field Trips (Middle School + Beyond)
Friday Concerts
(Middle & High School)
Our Friday morning Coffee concerts feature abridged versions of our evening Classics performances that take place on Saturday nights, into a condensed, intermission-free performances on select Friday mornings. Experience the virtuosity of masterful violin and piano concertos, dramatic musical storytelling, and brand new world premieres and commissioned works by contemporary composers. Concerts are preceded by an optional “Concert Talk” that offers students the opportunity to learn about the concert program. A study guide is provided for each performance.
Cost: $15 per student
Audience: Grades 6-12, College
Program length: 60 minutes
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Enhance your students’ musical journey with Masterclasses & Sectionals led by the Louisville Orchestra’s own talented musicians. These sessions offer students the chance to learn directly from professional performers, gaining insights into technique, interpretation, and performance skills. Masterclasses are available for individual instruments or groups, giving young musicians personalized guidance and inspiration to develop their craft. Sectionals allow larger student ensembles to work with LO musicians, providing invaluable mentorship and a deeper understanding of ensemble performance. These educational sessions are available at program cost and can be tailored to your school’s unique needs.
Friday Concerts
Beethoven's Pastoral Symphony
This program features three contemporary works from new and former Louisville Orchestra Creators Corps composers, culminating with Beethoven’s “Pastoral” Symphony.
Yuja Wang & Teddy Abrams Return
Yuja Wang and Teddy Abrams reunite for a high-octane program celebrating the bold sounds of Hungary.
Teddy Conducts Mahler's Ninth
Mahler’s Symphony No. 9 is a masterpiece of profound depth and emotional intensity—his final completed symphony and a poignant reflection on life, love, and mortality.
Sounds of a New Nation
Pianist Jonathan Biss brings elegance and brilliance to Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 9, a work composed the same year the U.S. declared independence.
Rhapsody in Blue
Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue meets bold new sounds in this dynamic concert with Teddy Abrams and the Louisville Orchestra.
Support of $250
Brings a musician into a classroom, giving students a unique opportunity to learn from and be inspired by a professional musician.
Support of $500
Provides a bus for one school to attend MakingMUSIC, ensuring transportation isn’t a barrier.
Support of $1,000
Sends an elementary school to a "MakingMUSIC" program, providing students with an unforgettable live orchestral experience.
If you are interested in participating in or have questions about the LO’s public programs, please contact the LO Education & Community Partnerships team.