Each year, thousands of students attend Young People's Concerts at the Nashville Symphony. These concerts are open to public and private schools and home school families, and offer a comprehensive educational experience that enriches in-school learning.

FREE for students grades K-12 and $10 for chaperones, parents, and teacher.

Participating teachers receive access to a downloadable curriculum that includes lesson plans, accessibility supports, and more.

The content of each concert is geared toward specific grade levels (K-4, 5-8), and meets both fine arts and academic Tennessee state standards. 

REGISTRATION GUIDELINES-HOME SCHOOL FAMILIES

• Home school groups (including private co-ops and tutorials) must register as individual families only, with up to 9 students and 1 to 3 adults for a total of 10 tickets maximum. 
• ​Seating is assigned by sections and is first come, first served, so families who check in together early may be able to sit together as a group.
• For security reasons, adult tickets will NOT be available for purchase on the morning of the concert. Ticket sales will close TWO WEEKS in advance of each concert.

REGISTRATION GUIDELINES-SCHOOL GROUPS 

• Due to high demand and attrition rates, school groups (public, private, and charter) must provide a Purchase Order Number to complete their reservation. If your school requires you to obtain a quote before issuing a PO, please fill out the registration form and type "QUOTE" in the PO number box. We will reply soon by email with a quote. Your registration will NOT be complete until we receive the PO number. Email  [email protected] with any questions. 
• School groups are required to have a minimum ratio of 1 chaperone per 24 students.
• All adults attending must purchase their tickets through the school reservation. We cannot accept individual payments for adult tickets. 
• For security reasons, adult tickets will NOT be available for purchase on the morning of the concert. Ticket sales will close TWO WEEKS in advance of each concert. 
• Title 1 schools are eligible to apply for ticket funding and bus reimbursement. Please contact [email protected] with inquiries. 

2026/27 SEASON

HOW AMERICA FOUND ITS SOUND
October 21, 22, & 23 at 10:30AM - SOLD OUT
Grades 5-8

How America Found Its Sound invites families on a musical journey to discover how the music of many cultures came together to shape the sound of a nation. From the earliest songs of Native American communities to the deep expression of the blues, the creativity of jazz, and the storytelling of American folk music, each tradition has added its own voice to a shared musical story. 

ATTENTION: This program is also one of our Family Concerts on November 15! Check out the Family Concert event page HERE to purchase tickets. 

THE CONDUCTOR'S SPELLBOOK
January 13, 14, & 15 at 10:30AM
Grades K-4

Young Tony Stradivarius has found a book of spells—what will Tony and the orchestra discover when they open it? Learn all about the instruments of the orchestra, the conductor, and the musical magic they create in this interactive and exciting concert!

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Exchange and Payment Policy

To accommodate groups on our wait list, all cancellations and exchanges must be made 30 days prior to the date of the performance. Refunds will not be issued for cancellations made after that time. Please note that this policy differs from the Nashville Symphony's standard concert ticket exchange policy.

Payment is required no later than 45 days prior to the date of the performance; if payment has not been received by the deadline, your reservation will be cancelled. Payment extensions will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

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