Rossen Milanov, Music Director
Next Event:
May 17, 2025, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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... Read more »
MAY 16-17
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 us to his distinctive musical landscape. On this program are some of his most beloved works. Aubree Oliverson, whose performances have been described as “powerful…... Read more »
May 18, 2025, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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
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, 2025, 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm
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, 2025, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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 show celebrates the timeless hits of the iconic boy bands featuring Jeff Timmons of 98 Degrees, Erik-Michael Estrada of O-Town, and Chris Kirkpatrick of *NSYNC.... Read more »
June 20, 2025, 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
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... Read more »
June 21, 2025, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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 “Hustlin’,” “B.M.F. (Blowin’ Money Fast),” and “Aston Martin Music,” with the lush, symphonic sounds of the Columbus Symphony.
June 22, 2025, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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 28, 2025, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Columbus Commons Park to open at 6:30pm instead of 6pm for tonight’s concert. The concert will start at 8pm as scheduled. 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 rock’s most iconic eras!... Read more »
June 29, 2025, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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, 2025, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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 to The Nightclub,” “So Very Hard to Go,” and “What Is Hip?” They join the Columbus Symphony for a night that will have you on... Read more »