Since 1934, the Dayton Philharmonic has provided an introduction to the wonders of classical music through its many Education Programs. Today, we serve nearly 50,000 kids in twelve counties. Last year, members of the orchestra, youth orchestras, and volunteer organization participated in 1,224 engagements and partnered with 249 schools! Beyond Ohio, the American Symphony Orchestra League recognizes the DPO Education Department and its programs for depth and innovation.
Our Education Department provides a comprehensive array of programs, series, and concerts that address differing grade levels, learning styles, and teacher requirements. Some programs feature concerts conducted by Assistant Conductor Patrick Reynolds, or Music Director Neal Gittleman. Some concerts feature the DPO; others feature our student orchestras. Our highly acclaimed SPARK (School Partners with Artists Reaching Kids) program brings in-depth cross-curricular programs to nine partner schools. Our overall education activities include In-School, Field Trip, and Extra-Curricular Programs. We provide a wide selection of programs that suit a variety of education requirements.
Our mission is to bring music to kids in various ways. We want the largest number of children possible to benefit from the considerable advantage of having one of the nation’s best professional symphony orchestras right here in the Miami Valley community.
CONCERT CALENDAR
Young People’s Concerts, 9:30 and 11:10 am, Schuster Center
November 17, 2010 “Musical Postcards From America” Patrick Reynolds, Conductor
March 15, 2011 “Kaleidoscope Around the World” Neal Gittleman, Conductor
Dayton Philharmonic Junior String Orchestra, 3:00 pm
November 21, 2010 Betsey Hofeldt, Conductor
March 20, 2011 Betsey Hofeldt, Conductor
Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, 3:00 pm, Schuster Center
December 5, 2010 Winter Concert Patrick Reynolds, Conductor
February 13, 2011 Family Concert Patrick Reynolds, Conductor
May 7, 2011 Spring Concert Patrick Reynolds, Conductor
