Rossen Milanov, Music Director

Next Event:

May 16, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Friday Coffee Dress

Ohio Theatre 39 E State Street, Columbus, United States

Friday Coffee Dress Observe a working rehearsal as the musicians and conductor put the finishing touches on the weekend’s concert program on Friday, May 16 at 10AM. Doors open at 9AM.... Read more »

May 16, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Academy Spring Recital

Current students in Academy program showcase their talents for friends and families. For more information, contact the Academy Program Manager at mhookfin@columbussymphony.com.

MAY 16-17

Tchaikovsky Spectacular

Ohio Theatre 39 E State Street, Columbus, United States

Rossen Milanov, Conductor Aubree Oliverson, violin Tchaikovsky: Prelude from The Queen of Spades Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6 (“Pathetique”) A master of drama and romance, Tchaikovsky’s music transports... Read more »

May 17, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Music Educator Awards & Dinner

Ohio Theatre 39 E State Street, Columbus, United States

5:00 pm I Awards & Dinner I 4th Floor 7:30 pm I CSO Masterworks Concert Tickets: $65 (includes dinner, ceremony, and concert ticket) Since 1996, the Columbus Symphony's Music Educator Awards have recognized those individuals who instill and inspire a love of music in children and adults of central Ohio. We are honored to celebrate... Read more »

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 Chorus Jeanne Wohlgamuth, director Britten: War Requiem Experience Benjamin... Read more »

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 28, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Yacht Rock Symphony with Ambrosia

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

Stuart Chafetz, Conductor Ambrosia  John Ford Coley Peter Beckett Get ready for an extraordinary evening with the Yacht Rock Symphony and fireworks, featuring the original artists who shaped one of... 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 »