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Boston Symphony Orchestra: Education
Founded in 1881, the Boston Symphony is regarded as one of the world's great orchestras for both its artistic and educational achievements. Our mission is to "foster and maintain an organization dedicated to the making of music consonant with the highest aspirations of the musical art, creating performances and providing educational opportunities at the highest level of excellence."
 
BSO Classical Companion
‘Classical Companion’ seeks to enhance the concertgoer experience through a range of interactive and educational online multimedia features. Interviews with composers and performers, archival images, video and sound clips combine to narrate an engaging historical context and listening guide for select BSO concert programming. more >
Youth And Family Concerts
The Boston Symphony Orchestra has been presenting programs to entertain and educate young people since 1888. Getting kids excited about the world of classical music is what BSO Youth concerts are all about. Youth and Family concerts are designed to introduce the wonders of great music into the lives of elementary, middle school, and high school students.
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Resources for Teachers
The BSO Education Staff has put together Lesson Plans and Resource Kits for K-12 teachers. As well as, Arts Curriculum Resources and Professional Development, and Workshops for Teachers. And get an insider's look at the Boston Symphony Orchestra with the Online Conservatory! more >
Days in the Arts (DARTS)
Days in the Arts (DARTS) is a residential arts program offering Massachusetts middle school students an unforgettable arts experience at Tanglewood. Each summer, 400 students from communities throughout Massachusetts share a unique opportunity to participate in the DARTS program. more >
Programs for Adults
New Adult Education Programs during the 2010-2011 season! more >
Learn to Fiddle Online
Unique fiddle ensemble Childsplay is launching their new YouTube series Childsplay Lessons, featuring free tutorials by its members. In the first installment of the series, Childsplay's Bonnie Bewick, also a member of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, shares her tips and tricks (involving a clever use of your standard ballpoint pen) for sustaining sound at either end of the bow. more >
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Online Conservatory
Our goal is to give you an insider's look at the symphony orchestra, based on the programs selected from the BSO concert season. We hope that by exploring this website and utilzing the interactive tools, your listening experience - both in and out of the concert hall - will be enriched through a deeper understanding of the forces that have shaped these great works of art. more >
Programs for Students
Getting kids excited about the world of classical music! Education is a very important piece of the Boston Symphony Orchestra's mission. We are dedicated ourselves to spreading joy and educating children about music. more >
About the BSO Education Program
Founded in 1881, the Boston Symphony is regarded as one of the world's great orchestras for both its artistic and educational achievements. more >