Symphony School Shows
About the 2026 School Show
The Symphony Tells a Story
This engaging orchestral performance, conducted by the OSO’s new Music Director Julian Pellicano, is designed to captivate young audiences while introducing them to storytelling through music. The program features iconic classical works such as the exhilarating finale of Rossini’s William Tell Overture, the dramatic opening of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5, and the whimsical Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker. At the heart of the show is The Hockey Sweater by composer Abigail Richardson, a musical adaptation of Roch Carrier’s beloved Canadian tale, celebrating themes of identity, community, and childhood. The concert concludes with selections from John Williams’ Star Wars score, including “Princess Leia’s Theme” and the “Main Title,” adding a cinematic flair to this rich musical journey. This performance offers a dynamic blend of culture, history, and imagination—perfect for sparking curiosity and musical appreciation in students.
“I loved the music, especially when I closed my eyes. The drums looked like fireworks exploding when I heard them with my eyes closed.”
Dates and Times
Penticton: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
10am & 11:30am
Kelowna: Thursday, February 5, 2026
10am & 11:30am
Vernon: Monday, February 9, 2026
10am & 11:30am
Admission
$12 per seat (tax included);
one complimentary Adult Chaperone ticket included for every 10 seats booked.
General Information
Each year, the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra presents a school program tailored to elementary school students (grades 1-6). The concerts showcase the orchestra and are built around a central theme, storyline, or guest soloist.
The concerts run approximately 50 minutes with no intermission.
Classroom activities will be made available to enhance your symphony experience through a published guide.
Booking Procedure
Registration is open until December 5, 2025. Please complete the form which follows below with your preference of venue, concert time, number of attendees and contact information. Registration is on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Seating is reserved upon registration.
Payment
Your invoice will be based on your completed registration form and will be issued within four weeks of receipt. Full payment is due on or before Friday, December 19, 2025. If full payment is not received by this date, you risk losing your classroom or school reservation.
Cancellations
A $75 administration fee will be charged in the event of a full cancellation. No refunds for full cancellations will be processed past Friday, December 5, 2025. No fee adjustments are made for minor changes in student/chaperone numbers.