Concerts for Young People
Concerts for Young People
Delight for young ears
There is nothing like witnessing the excitement and wonder on students’ faces as they enter the historic Granada Theatre and experience the Santa Barbara Symphony live for the first time. Designed for 4th-6th grade students, this arts standards-based program begins in the classroom with a cross-curricular study guide featuring engaging musical and interdisciplinary learning activities. The program culminates in a field trip to a special concert led by Maestro Nir Kabaretti, giving students an unforgettable introduction to the excitement, artistry, and power of live orchestral music.
“Every year my students say that Concerts for Young People is the BEST field trip they’ve ever gone on. Thank you for creating such an engaging and magical experience for my students.”
The Santa Barbara Symphony provides these concerts at no cost to participating schools across Santa Barbara County, with each school responsible for providing its own transportation.
2026/27 Registration
The Santa Barbara Symphony is thrilled to once again provide the popular Concerts for Young People program for local schools!
This year, 4th-6th grade students will experience the power of a live symphony orchestra through selections from Gustav Holst’s The Planets, one of the most exciting works in the orchestral repertoire. Enhanced by live astronomy narration and immersive visuals featuring NASA imagery and original animations, this 45-minute multimedia performance connects music, science, and storytelling while inspiring curiosity, creativity, and a deeper appreciation for the performing arts.
Two performances will be held in the morning of Friday, January 22, 2027 at the Granada Theatre. Registration will open in August 2026 – check back soon for more information!
You can make a difference
Would you like to join the Symphony family of donors and support this program? Annual donations at any level have a big impact. They can fund scholarships, help pay our faculty, provide instruments and more!
