“The mission of the Ashland Symphony Orchestra is to enrich the quality of life for all generations by presenting outstanding orchestral music, promoting community involvement, and encouraging music education.”
Upcoming Events
June 28, 2026
8:00 pm
Celebrate our nation's independence with the Ashland Symphony Orchestra in the beautiful outdoor setting of the Myers Memorial Band Shell. Rain site is Archer Auditorium. Call 419-281-3018, ext. 3 for weather updates.
Programming to come... stay tuned!
September 19, 2026
7:30 pm
Blockbusters
featuring scores by John Williams including Olympic Fanfare, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Jurassic Park, Superman, E.T., Harry Potter, Star Wars and more! 6:50 p.m. Preconcert talk, Archer Auditorium
October 17, 2026
7:30 pm
Symphony and Scream!
featuring "Mars" from the Planets, "Danse macabre, op.40" by Camille Saint-Saens, "Toccata and Fugue," by JS Bach arranged by Peter Lawson, movements from "Pictures at an Exhibition" by Mussorgsky/Ravel, "Peer Gynt Suite" by Grieg, and "Symphony fantastique" by Berlioz. 6:50 p.m. Preconcert talk, Archer Auditorium
June 28, 2026
8:00 pm
Celebrate our nation's independence with the Ashland Symphony Orchestra in the beautiful outdoor setting of the Myers Memorial Band Shell. Rain site is Archer Auditorium. Call 419-281-3018, ext. 3 for weather updates.
Programming to come... stay tuned!
September 19, 2026
7:30 pm
Blockbusters
featuring scores by John Williams including Olympic Fanfare, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Jurassic Park, Superman, E.T., Harry Potter, Star Wars and more! 6:50 p.m. Preconcert talk, Archer Auditorium
October 17, 2026
7:30 pm
Symphony and Scream!
featuring "Mars" from the Planets, "Danse macabre, op.40" by Camille Saint-Saens, "Toccata and Fugue," by JS Bach arranged by Peter Lawson, movements from "Pictures at an Exhibition" by Mussorgsky/Ravel, "Peer Gynt Suite" by Grieg, and "Symphony fantastique" by Berlioz. 6:50 p.m. Preconcert talk, Archer Auditorium
March 5, 2027
12:00 pm
School Day Concert for 3rd graders
Cartoons in concert – Featuring "William Tell Overture" by Rossini, "Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra" by Britten and "Orpheus in the Underworld Overture" by Offenbach. To reserve space for your third-grade students, please call 419-289-5115, or email symphony@ashland.edu
March 6, 2027
3:00 pm
Young People’s Concert
Cartoons in concert – Featuring "William Tell Overture" by Rossini, "Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra" by Britten and "Orpheus in the Underworld Overture" by Offenbach. 2:00-2:45 p.m. preconcert activities and Instrument Petting Zoo, Archer Lobby
This is a free concert for all ages. No tickets are required.
Music Notes
Simon Vance
``I did not expect how it felt to sit with the cellos today, have you ever sat underneath a piano as it's being played? It's like that but with an entire orchestra. No other in the world like it, the Fan Club gets such privileges. I'm so lucky to be in Ashland and a part of it.``
Bob and Jan Archer
``We are happy and proud to support the Ashland Symphony Orchestra. It has a long history of bringing outstanding LIVE orchestral music to our community. We want to see this musical heritage continue far into the future.``
Gigi Klotzek-Obringer, mother of Yanna Obringer
``Would you believe that she got home exhausted but was happy to go (to Fan Club meeting). Next thing I know, she was off again to see the rehearsal with a whole new energy!``
Anne Cowan
``We were absolutely enthralled by Saturday’s concert (April 1, 2023)! The music was thrilling, and Michael Repper is outstanding! His love of music and conducting is contagious. His call to the young adults in our community was inspiring. The Ashland Symphony Orchestra is a jewel in our community.``
