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The Symphony Music Van Program:
Book Your 3rd Grade Classroom Visit Today!
Introducing the instruments of The Symphony to students at an early age, the award-winning Music Van program visits over 40 schools in the greater Santa Barbara area each year. This unique program gives 3rd grade students a hands-on experience that sparks interest in taking up an instrument. This FREE program is made possible by Symphony donors. Our Music Van Video produced during COVID is also available to any school and classroom free of charge.
Music Van students:
- Learn about each of the instruments that make up a symphony orchestra
- Watch how each instrument is played and hear its sound
- Learn how to produce a sound on each instrument
- Get inspired to play an instrument!
The Symphony Youth Ensembles program:
Applications Open!
All three orchestra levels are open to strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. Students playing oboe, bassoon, brass, or low strings are particularly encouraged to apply — and ALL orchestral instrumentalists in the 3rd to 12th grades are invited to audition!
Stories Behind the Music
Ted Nash Transformation Featurette
Fandango Featurette
Santa Barbara Symphony in the News
Recently, American Dream TV interviewed Kathryn Martin and Nir Kabaretti exploring how the Santa Barbara Symphony enriches the community through educational programs and the power of LIVE symphonic music.
Recently, Cynder Sinclair, Ph.D., journalist and host of TVSB’s 805 Focus! sat down with President & CEO Kathryn R. Martin and Music & Artistic Director Nir Kabaretti to discuss The Symphony’s role in the community as a vital nonprofit.
More than ever before—your support makes our impact possible
At the heart of the Santa Barbara Symphony’s mission lies our goal to be an indispensable partner to our community, providing enrichment through inspiring concerts, music education programs, and access for everyone. A tax-deductible donation helps keep the music playing in Santa Barbara!
