Rossen Milanov, Music Director

Next Event:

May 18, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Columbus Symphony Fantasy Camp Concert

Ohio Theatre 39 E State Street, Columbus, United States

Music Director Rossen Milanov and the musicians of the Columbus Symphony invite members of the community to sit with their classical music counterparts in a professional rehearsal setting. Approximately 50 amateur musicians will have the opportunity to not only work with a professional musician proficient in their chosen instrument but also rehearse and perform with... Read more »

MAY 23-24

Britten War Requiem

Ohio Theatre 39 E State Street, Columbus, United States

Rossen Milanov, Conductor Abigail Rethwisch, soprano Jonathan Burton, tenor Andrew Garland, baritone Columbus Symphony Chorus Stephen Caracciolo, chorus director Columbus Children’s Choir Jeanne Wohlgamuth, director Britten: War Requiem Experience Benjamin Britten’s powerful War Requiem, a testament to Britten’s lifelong pacifism. This massive work is scored for full symphony orchestra, chamber orchestra, three soloists, choir, boys’... Read more »

June 7, 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Symphony Gala

Ohio Health 3430 OhioHealth Parkway , Columbus, OH, United States

Join us for an exceptional evening of music, led by Gala Co-Chairs Amy Shore and Rosa Ailabouni, that will recognize our 2025 Gala Honoree, Gay Su Pinnell. Hosted by OhioHealth | 3430 OhioHealth Parkway | Columbus, Ohio Black tie or dazzling cocktail attire • Complimentary valet parking Evening Experience 6PM • Cocktail Reception 7PM • Dinner & Program 9:30PM • Wine Down Afterparty

June 14, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Boy Band Symphony

Columbus Commons 160 South High Street, Columbus, OH, United States

Stuart Chafetz, Conductor Jeff Timmons, 98 Degrees Erik Michael Estrada, O-Town Chris Kirkpatrick, *NSYNC Get ready to experience a one-of-a-kind musical extravaganza with “A Boy Band Symphony!” This electrifying new... Read more »

June 20, 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Name that Tune! – Nationwide Popcorn Pops

Columbus Commons 160 South High Street, Columbus, OH, United States

Join the CSO for an evening of musical revelation and help teach Professor Tim Pani that he knows far more classical music than he thinks!  From famous orchestra tunes to pop songs to movie music, we’ll uncover how much classical music is already part of our lives. Let’s discover how much you know while teaching... Read more »

June 21, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Rick Ross

Columbus Commons 160 South High Street, Columbus, OH, United States

Stuart Chafetz, Conductor Rick Ross The “Biggest Boss” Rick Ross lands in Columbus for a one-of-a kind night featuring his chart-topping hits bringing a new twist to fan favorites like... Read more »

June 22, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Sunday with the Symphony

Bicentennial Park 233 S Civic Center Drive, Columbus, OH, United States

Columbus Recreation and Parks Department and the Columbus Symphony Orchestra partner to bring you Sundays With The Symphony! This free concert features the full Columbus Symphony performing familiar classical pieces, movie soundtracks and popular favorites at Bicentennial Park! Come spend your Sunday evening with the Columbus Symphony along Columbus’ Scioto Mile. 4 PM Doors Open Musical-themed... Read more »

June 29, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Summer Night Music in Powell

Powell United Methodist Church 825 Olentangy St #1, Powell, Ohio, United States

Conductor, Elias Miller Sam Wu - Eagle Huntress Tchaikovsky - Serenade for Strings in C Major, Op. 48 Haydn - Symphony No. 83 in G Minor ("La Poule") Join Assistant Conductor Elias Miller for our Summer Night Music series as he leads the Columbus Symphony in an exciting program inspired by birds. Contemporary composer Sam... Read more »

July 5, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Tower of Power

Columbus Commons 160 South High Street, Columbus, OH, United States

Elias Miller, Conductor Tower of Power For 57 years, Tower of Power has delivered the best in funk and soul music with hits like “You’re Still A Young Man,” “Down... Read more »

July 6, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Summer Night Music in Pickerington

PEACE Church 235 Diley Rd, Pickerington, United States

Join Assistant Conductor Elias Miller for our Summer Night Music series as he leads the Columbus Symphony in an exciting program inspired by birds. Contemporary composer Sam Wu's Eagle Huntress calls on the sounds of traditional Mongolian music to tell the story of a fearless girl determined to forge her own path. Haydn's charming Symphony No. 83 is known as La poule — listen for the sounds of the hen that inspired this fanciful nickname. Tchaikovsky's warm and lush Serenade for Strings, a perennial favorite, is the perfect way to round out a summer evening of invigorating music.

July 10, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Summer Night Music in Upper Arlington

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 2001 Northwest Blvd, Columbus, United States

Conductor, Elias Miller Sam Wu - Eagle Huntress Tchaikovsky - Serenade for Strings in C Major, Op. 48 Haydn – Symphony No. 83 in G Minor (“La Poule”) Join Assistant Conductor Elias Miller for our Summer Night Music series as he leads the Columbus Symphony in an exciting program inspired by birds. Contemporary composer Sam... Read more »