Durham Symphony Presents: “Carnival of the Animals”

The Carolina Theatre of Durham 309 W Morgan St., Durham, United States

Join the Durham Symphony Orchestra for a light-hearted, interactive musical adventure with some of the most popular orchestral works in the repertoire, including The Carnival of the Animals by Camille Saint-Saëns!  Through this fun and educational experience, Maestro William Henry Curry and the Durham Symphony musicians will show how instruments, music, and our imaginations can evoke stories and images from the animal world—from ferocious lions to beautiful, elegant swans.  You’ll find something for everyone to enjoy, from classical masterpieces to pop songs! This concert is part of the Carolina Theatre’s 2024-2025 Family Saturday Series. The Durham Symphony’s mission is to present thrilling and informative concerts reflecting Durham’s culturally diverse heritage. Our selections range from classical music to jazz, movie soundtracks, and hip-hop.  We are truly “the People’s Orchestra” of Durham. Admission:  $6.55. All attendees over the age of 2 must have a ticket.

$6.55

Durham Symphony Presents: “Free Family Concert at Emily K Center with Kidznotes”

Emily K Center 904 W. Chapel Hill Street, Durham, NC, United States

The Durham Symphony presents music for the whole family with light classics and popular music featured in this concert at the Emily K Center. The Center serves over 2,000 Durham K-12 students on their college journeys. Gifted young musicians from nationally celebrated Kidznotes will sit side by side with DSO musicians sharing their joy in music and gaining invaluable experience from their professional colleagues in the DSO. Admission: Free

Free

Durham Symphony Presents: “Spring into Summer with Durham Symphony at the Park!”

Durham Central Park 501 Foster St., Durham, NC, United States

The Durham Symphony presents this free family concert of classical, jazz, and “pops” selections; the event will also feature food trucks and an instrument petting zoo. The orchestra will perform under the pavilion with a large lawn, drawing crowds from the surrounding neighborhoods. Admission:  Free

Free