Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
Buffalo's professional orchestra since 1935. JoAnn Falletta, music director. Proud Naxos artist.
Clarence Town Park
Sponsored by Kelly Schultz Antiques. Program Grant O’Brien, conductor SMITH / arr. Skrowaczewski The Star Spangled Banner LAVALLEE / arr. Fenwick O Canada…
Patron Appreciation Concert
For years, our summer concert at Kleinhans Music Hall has been a thank you to our Donors and Subscribers. This year, we’re excited to welcome everyone because…
Academy Park
Sponsored by Anthony DiMino. Program Grant O’Brien, conductor SMITH / arr. Skrowaczewski The Star Spangled Banner LAVALLEE / arr. Fenwick O Canada COPLAND…
Niawanda Park
Grant O’Brien, conductor Sponsored by NYS 140th District Assembly Member Bill Conrad.
Opening Night with Lang Lang
Begin the season with a shared moment of brilliance as JoAnn Falletta welcomes the incomparable Lang Lang. From Debussy’s shimmering La Mer to Beethoven’s…
S’Wonderful Gershwin
Born September 26, 1898, George Gershwin\'s influence on 20th century music still resonates today. The BPO celebrates his birthday with works from Rhapsody in…
Coco in Concert | Live to Film
The magical celebration of the Day of the Dead introduces Miguel, a young boy with dreams of becoming a musician like his idol. On a mysterious journey to the…
Francis: A New Oratorio by Richard Danielpour
Be part of a landmark world premiere as the BPO unveils Richard Danielpour’s Francis, a sweeping new oratorio inspired by St. Francis of Assisi marking the…
A Gospel Symphony Tribute to Richard Smallwood
The BPO and BUCC honor the legendary Gospel Hall of Fame composer, pianist, and choir leader with a heartfelt selection from his many contributions to worship…
Smooth Sailing: Yacht Rock of the ’70s & ’80s
A nostalgic musical voyage through the breezy, laid-back sounds of the ‘70s and ‘80s, featuring hits from Hall & Oates, Christopher Cross, Fleetwood Mac,…
Glidden Plays Bruch
Associate concertmaster Amy Glidden joins JoAnn Falletta for an evening of lyricism and warmth. From a bold new symphony by Jonathan Leshnoff to Brahms’…
Symphonic Spooktacular
Wear your Halloween costume and enjoy some of the spookiest music ever composed, then join the costume parade across Kleinhans’ stage.
BPO UpClose
An immersive performance designed as a unique, intimate, informal concert experience. Led by BPO musicians Nikki Chooi and Jonathan Borden, the program…
Hauntingly Halloween
The BPO conjures a bewitching Halloween program of spine-tingling favorites, from John Williams\' Jaws and Berlioz\'s Symphonie Fantastique, to Mussorgsky\'s…
Bronfman Plays Mozart
Pianist Yefim Bronfman brings depth and clarity to Mozart’s dramatic Piano Concerto No. 24. Framed by John Adams’ rhythmic sparkle and Strauss’ cosmic Also…
Music of The Rolling Stones
The hard-rock legacy of The Rolling Stones is recreated in this high-energy Windborne Production, from the vocals and swagger of Mick Jagger to the guitar…
Chris Botti
Chris Botti brings his signature trumpet sound to Kleinhans for an evening of elegance and atmosphere. With Ron Spigelman and the BPO, expect luminous…
Masterclass with Xavier Foley, double bass
The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra hosts incredible guest artists each year on our Classics Series. We make many of these masters available to the community in…
Vaughan Williams & Double Bass
Feel the city awaken as Keith Lockhart leads Vaughan Williams’ vibrant London Symphony. Bass virtuoso Xavier Foley takes center stage in his own Soul Bass…
Home Alone Film in Concert
Your BPO performs John Williams’ captivating score live to film in this madcap, family-friendly holiday favorite, as 8-year-old Kevin McAllister ingeniously…
Cody Fry Christmas
The three-time Grammy-nominated artist blends his unique orchestral flair with nostalgic holiday classics, festive visuals, and emotional storytelling in his…
JoAnn’s Classical Christmas
Step into the warmth of the season as JoAnn Falletta leads a luminous holiday tradition. With tenor John Riesen and the Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus, this…
Jingle Bell Jam
Magical holiday decorations, pre-concert activities, and a sing-along as Santa conducts the orchestra make this concert a festive occasion for the entire…
Holiday Pops
The sounds of the season ring out at Western New York’s most cherished holiday tradition when Ron Spigelman and the BPO celebrate with family favorites and a…