Niagara Symphony Orchestra (NSO)

Niagara Symphony Orchestra (NSO) 2025 – 2026 Concerts

October 3, 2025 – June 21, 2026
Various Locations

Niagara Symphony Orchestra (NSO) welcome their audience back to the concert hall with an exciting 2025-2026 Season! The 2025-2026 concert season represents a new year of varied programming, spectacular guest artists and passionate performances by your Niagara Symphony Orchestra!

2025 – 2026 Season
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October 3 | 5:30 – 8:00 pm
The NSO Comes to Niagara-On-The-Lake
St. Mark’s Church, 41 Byron Street, Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, Canada

Join us in Niagara-on-the-Lake for a special Concert and Garden Party! Enjoy the NSO’s Mozart & More at St. Mark’s Church, followed by music, hors d’oeuvres, wine, and mingling with Music Director Bradley Thachuk and musicians. (This is a special non-subscription event)

October 5 | 2:30 –  5:00 pm
Mozart & More!
Partridge Hall, 250 St Paul St, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Experience an Afternoon of Sonic Wonder! From Jordan Nobles’ immersive Coriolis soundscape to Mozart’s virtuosic Flute Concerto No. 1 and the dramatic Symphony No. 38 “Prague,” this electrifying concert blends innovation, elegance, and emotional intensity.

October 24 | 7:30 – 10:00 pm
Classic Rock Unplugged: The New NSO Lounge and Artist Meet and Greet
The Bank, 22 King St., Welland, Ontario, Canada

Classic Rock Unplugged – Acoustic Set and Gravel Museum Band Meet & Greet! Experience legendary rock classics reimagined acoustically, up close and personal, with raw energy, intimate vibes, and complimentary food and beverages at this special NSO Tour event.

October 25 – 26 | 7:30 –  9:00 pm
Classic Rock Radio 2
Partridge Hall, 250 St Paul St, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Experience the rock music of the ’70s and ’80s reimagined with a full orchestra! Iconic songs by Queen, Led Zeppelin, The Who, and more come alive, performed by an all-star band backed by symphonic power.

November 23 | 2:30 –  5:00 pm
From Darkness to Light: Mahler 5
Partridge Hall 250 St Paul St, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Experience an afternoon of profound emotion as Gabriel Kahane’s haunting If Love Will Not Swing Wide the Gates meets Mahler’s Symphony No. 5, a sweeping journey of love, loss, and redemption, blending intimate reflection with epic orchestral grandeur.

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December 13 – 14 | 7:30 –  10:00 pm
Home for the Holidays
Partridge Hall, 250 St Paul St, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Audiences are invited to a heartwarming holiday concert featuring favourite carols performed by full orchestra and choir. Sing along, enjoy live music, and delight in a special visit from Santa Claus in this festive, family-friendly celebration.

January 25, 2026 | 2:30 –  5:00 pm
Postcards from Vienna
Partridge Hall, 250 St Paul St, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Celebrate Viennese musical charm with Strauss’s Die Fledermaus Overture, Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 23 performed by Eric Guo, and a festive second half featuring the Radetzky March, waltzes, and polkas, including The Blue Danube and Emperor Waltzes.

February 22, 2026 | 2:30 –  5:00 pm
Eroica
Partridge Hall, 250 St Paul St, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Experience a bold, unforgettable concert featuring Wagner’s triumphant Die Meistersinger Prelude, William Leathers in Estacio’s electrifying Trumpet Concerto, and Beethoven’s heroic Symphony No. 3 “Eroica,” combining virtuosity, passion, and drama in a thrilling orchestral journey.

March 29, 2026 | 2:30 –  5:00 pm
Waves of Sound
Partridge Hall, 250 St Paul St, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Experience an unforgettable afternoon as Erica Procunier’s The Great Lakes Untamed blends orchestra and cinematic visuals, followed by Brahms’ introspective Symphony No. 3, creating a spellbinding journey of bold creativity, stunning imagery, and profound musical beauty.

April 18, 2026 | 7:30 –  10:00 pm
Symphonic Pink Floyd: The Wall
Partridge Hall, 250 St Paul St, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Experience Pink Floyd’s The Wall reimagined with full band and symphony orchestra. Legendary riffs, powerful lyrics, and cinematic rock opera come alive in this world-premiere production, arranged by Bradley and Steven Thachuk, delivering bold, immersive musical grandeur.

April 19, 2026 | 2:30 –  5:00 pm
Symphonic Pink Floyd: The Wall
Partridge Hall, 250 St Paul St, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Pink Floyd’s The Wall comes alive with full band and symphony orchestra, blending legendary riffs, iconic lyrics, and cinematic sweep. This world-premiere production, arranged by Bradley and Steven Thachuk, delivers rock opera grandeur, depth, and an unforgettable immersive experience.

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May 17, 2026 | 2:30 –  5:00 pm
Songs of Hope and Sorrow
Partridge Hall 250 St Paul St, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

This concert spans celebration and reflection, opening with Bernstein’s lively Candide Overture, followed by Kevin Lau’s Kimiko’s Pearl, and culminating in Górecki’s profoundly moving Symphony No. 3, featuring Claire de Sévigné’s haunting voice and emotional orchestral depth.

June 20, 2026 | 7:30 –  10:00 pm
A John Williams Finale
Partridge Hall, 250 St Paul St, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Experience the cinematic magic of John Williams’ iconic scores, from Star Wars to Harry Potter, performed by full symphony orchestra. Music Director Bradley Thachuk joins as soloist in this exhilarating, two-performance tribute to a living film-music legend.

June 21, 2026 | 2:30 –  5:00 pm
A John Williams Finale
Partridge Hall, 250 St Paul St, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Celebrate John Williams’ iconic film music with a full symphony orchestra, featuring Bradley Thachuk as guest soloist. Journey through Star Wars, E.T., Indiana Jones, Harry Potter, and more in this exhilarating two-performance cinematic tribute.

About Niagara Symphony Orchestra (NSO)

The Niagara Symphony Orchestra (NSO) is a Canadian symphony orchestra based in St. Catharines, Ontario, in the Niagara Region. Founded in 1948, the orchestra has been an integral part of the cultural scene in the region, providing high-quality classical music performances to audiences. The NSO performs a diverse repertoire ranging from classical masterpieces to contemporary works and often collaborates with renowned guest artists and conductors. Through its concerts, educational programs, and community outreach initiatives, the Niagara Symphony Orchestra contributes significantly to the enrichment of the cultural life in Niagara and beyond.



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