Butler County Symphony Association is proud to announce three finalists for the Symphony’s Music Director position

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  • Newest addition to our 2024-25 season!

    The Chamber Music Series was created to kick off our regular season by showcasing our musicians’ talents in a new light. These concerts feature pre-set programs performed by our musicians in smaller ensembles. We’ll be bringing these intimate performances to various venues throughout Butler County.

    The best part? The concerts are free!

    Join us for our upcoming performances on:

    -January 4, 2025 in Butler
    -January 5, 2025 in Cranberry or Zelienople
    -May 3, 2025 in Butler
    -May 4, 2025 in Cranberry or Zelienople

    Let us amaze you with incredible performances and a meet-and-greet after each concert! Bring your friends and family to experience the talent of the Butler County Symphony.

    Check back closer to the dates to find locations for each concert!

  • 2024-2025 Tickets On Sale Now!

    Tickets for individual shows are now on sale for an unforgettable 2024-2025 season with the BCSO!  We’re searching for our next Music Director, and YOU get to be part of the decision. Enjoy world-class performances, from classical masterpieces to thrilling pop concerts. Plus, experience community involvement with student musicians, a costume contest, and your chance to provide feedback. Don’t miss this opportunity to shape the future of the orchestra! 

    October: Video Games @ the Symphony with Maestro Moon Doh (Costume contest!)

    November: Prokofiev’s Sinfonia Concertante with world-renowned cellist Alexander Dimitrov and Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantastique conducted by Maestro Moon Doh

    December: Holiday Traditions with Maestro Austin Chanu featuring Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite and a community sing-along

    February: Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto with Philadelphia Orchestra Concertmaster David Kim and Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5 conducted by Maestro Austin Chanu

    March: Brahms’ Symphony No. 2 with Maestro Daniel Wiley, featuring high school students and the Collegiate Concerto Competition winner

    April: A grand finale with Maestro Daniel Wiley and fiddler Caitlin Warbelow, featuring community musicians

    Contact the office at (724)-283-1402 to learn about our discounts for groups of 10 or more.

  • Music Director Finalists Announced!

    Following an intense review process, the Butler County Symphony Association is proud to announce three finalists for the Symphony’s Music Director position.  These conductors emerged as the top candidates from a pool of over 100 candidates, representing 23 US states and 11 countries. Each of the three finalists will program and conduct two concerts in the BCSO’s 2024-2025 season. The winning candidate will be appointed as Music Director of the BCSO in May of 2025.

    Click here to read more about them!

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