SLSO for Families
Whether you’re new to orchestral music, a budding musician, or a longtime fan of the orchestra, the SLSO has resources to spark your curiosity and deepen your relationship with music. We hope you’ll explore, create, and have fun!
Bundle 6 or more concerts to compose your own subscription! Subscribers get 15% off regular ticket prices.
25/26 Concerts for Kids Series
Howl at Powell
Sunday, October 19, 2025 at 3:00pm
45 minutes
Most enjoyed by ages 6 and up
Get ready for a hauntingly fun musical adventure the whole family will enjoy! This spooktacular concert is filled with playful melodies, ghostly tunes, and a few surprises along the way.
đź“Ť This concert takes place at Powell Hall
Music Without Boundaries
Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 3:00pm
45 minutes
Most enjoyed by ages 6 and up
What does home sound like to you? Music Without Boundaries invites you to discover new sounds and celebrate the ways music connects us all.
đź“Ť This concert takes place at Powell Hall
Giraffes Can’t Dance
Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:15am and 12:00pmÂ
30 minutes
Most enjoyed by ages 3-6
Learn and grow with Gerald the Giraffe as he finds music that inspires him in this interactive performance perfect for little listeners with big imaginations.
đź“Ť This concert takes place at Education and Learning Center at the Jack C. Taylor Music Center
NEW! Concert for Teens
Cinematic Symphony
Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 3:00pmÂ
60 minutes
Most enjoyed by ages 12+
The SLSO brings your favorite movie scores to life, revealing the art of creating heart-pounding moments in this concert designed for teens.
đź“Ť This concert takes place at Powell Hall
More Family Concerts for your Subscription
Looking for more concerts to add to your Compose Your Own subscription? Explore these additional family performances in the 25/26 season.
At-Home Family Education Programs
Digital Programs
SLSO digital programs are designed to get children creating and making connections between orchestral music and the world around them. Register for access to our suite of programs, created for students ages Pre-K through high school.
Instrument Playground Online
Through a series of videos and downloadable activities, elementary school students learn about the instruments of the orchestra and the SLSO musicians who play them.Â
Activity Gallery
Engaging activities encourage students in grades K-8 to identify themes from Harry Potter, create characters with composer Edward Elgar, explore musical form with Scott Joplin, and more.