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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · 14d

Two words: Pure magic. That’s what happens when Philadelphia Orchestra musicians take center stage. Principal Oboe Philippe Tondre, Principal Clarinet Ricardo Morales, Principal Bassoon Daniel Matsukawa, and Principal Horn Jennifer Montone were incredible last night and today.

📸 Jessica Griffin

Principal Oboe Philippe Tondre, Principal Clarinet Ricardo Morales, Principal Bassoon Daniel Matsukawa, and Principal Horn Jennifer Montone perform Mozart’s Sinfonia concertante in Marian Anderson Hall with conductor Esa-Pekka Salonen.

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · 15d

Happy birthday to Principal Guest Conductor Marin Alsop! We’re thankful for your artistry, passionate spirit, and commitment to empowering women in classical music. We hope you have the best day! 💜

Marin Alsop exits Marian Anderson Hall with a smile on her face during a standing ovation.

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · 25d

On this day in history, October 6, 1929, The Philadelphia Orchestra took to the airwaves for the first commercially sponsored national radio broadcast, presented on the NBC network. Today, the Orchestra boasts partnerships and weekly broadcasts on SiriusXM’s Symphony Hall and Philadelphia’s WRTI.

Celebrating 125 years of The Philadelphia Orchestra

From those first concerts in the Academy of Music to groundbreaking moments that changed the course of orchestral history, the Orchestra has always been defined by bold ideas, a pioneering spirit, and...

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · 27d

A premiere, a prodigy, and Prokofiev—can you think of a better way to spend a Friday afternoon? Principal Guest Conductor Marin Alsop led a stunning concert yesterday in Marian Anderson Hall at the Kimmel Center. Only two chances left to hear this incredible Opening Weekend program! #PhilOrch125

Marin Alsop conducts The Philadelphia Orchestra and pianist Yunchan Lim in Marian Anderson Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · 28d

John Adams’s The Rock You Stand On was composed for his dear friend, Principal Guest Conductor Marin Alsop, in recognition of her trailblazing career. Hear the world premiere of this stunning work this week in Marian Anderson Hall, led by Alsop herself. #PhilOrch125

The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Sep 26

What a monumental start to a historic season! The Orchestra and @nezetseguin.bsky.social opened the 2025–26 season marking the ensemble’s 125th anniversary with performances of Márquez’s Danzón No. 2, Julia Wolfe’s Pretty, and Ravel's Piano Concerto in G major with Yuja Wang. #PhilOrch125 #Classical

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Sep 22

The 2025–26 season begins this Thursday, September 25! What are you looking forward to most in this historic season celebrating the Orchestra’s 125th anniversary?

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Sep 16

Julia Wolfe’s Pretty returns to Marian Anderson Hall during the Opening Night concert of the 2025–26 season! On September 25, hear @nezetseguin.bsky.social lead the piece that redefines the meaning of “pretty,” and was enthusiastically received by audience members and reviewers alike!

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Sep 13

125 years in the making! Since 1900, The Philadelphia Orchestra has created countless unforgettable memories. We created a digital timeline for you to explore the milestones that helped shape the Orchestra as you know it today. Visit PhilOrch.org/125years to learn more! #PhilOrch125 #classical

Celebrating 125 years of The Philadelphia Orchestra

From those first concerts in the Academy of Music to groundbreaking moments that changed the course of orchestral history, the Orchestra has always been defined by bold ideas, a pioneering spirit, and a love of music that transcends borders.

PhilOrch.org

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Aug 22

Last night’s performance with Teddy Abrams and Time for Three was electric! The Orchestra and Time for Three gave the SPAC premiere of Mason Bates’s Silicon Hymnal, and Mason himself took on the electronica part. Works by Samuel Barber and Aaron Copland rounded out the night.

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Teddy Abrams conducts The Philadelphia Orchestra and Time for Three at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center.

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Aug 18

Join us this week at SPAC for the final four performances of the Orchestra’s summer 2025 residency! #classical

A promotional poster for The Philadelphia Orchestra’s concerts this week at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center.

The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Aug 16

Renée Fleming stunned last night at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center in a special performance inspired by her GRAMMY Award-winning album Voice of Nature: the Anthropocene. Fleming performed a wide range of works paired with a beautiful film created by National Geographic. #classical
📸Erica Miller

Renée Fleming performs with The Philadelphia Orchestra at Saratoga Performing Arts Center.

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Aug 15

Last night’s performance of Verdi’s Requiem was incredible! Music and Artistic Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin was joined by a fierce group of singers, including Ailyn Pérez, Sasha Cooke, Matthew Polenzani, Alfred Walker, and Albany Pro Musica chorus.

📸 Francesco D'Amico

Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts The Philadelphia Orchestra and vocal soloists in a concert at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center.

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Aug 14

Yannick led a stunning performance last night in Saratoga Springs! We’re looking forward to tonight’s performance of Verdi’s Requiem with him! #classicalmusic

📸 Jake Ritz

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Aug 11

Yannick is in town for the Orchestra’s second week at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center! The Orchestra is looking forward to performing classical masterpieces, songs with soprano Renée Fleming, and Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™ live in concert!

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Aug 9

Principal Guest Conductor Marin Alsop led a marvelous program of works by American icons George Gershwin and Leonard Bernstein last night, and Clayton Stephenson joined the Orchestra for a performance of Gershwin’s Piano Concerto! Thanks for joining us!

📸 Francesco D'Amico

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Aug 4

The Orchestra is heading to Saratoga Springs, New York, and will open its three-week residency at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, August 6. Which program are you looking forward to most?

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Jul 31

Single tickets for the 2025–26 season in Marian Anderson Hall are on sale now! We hope you will join us throughout the season to celebrate our 125th anniversary! For more information, visit philorch.org

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Jul 28

Happy birthday to former Music Director Riccardo Muti! We’re reminiscing on his visit to Marian Anderson Hall last October and the phenomenal performances of Verdi’s Requiem that he led. Happy birthday, Maestro Muti! #classical

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Jul 7

Marin Alsop led a stunning performance yesterday to kick off our residency at the Bravo! Vail Music Festival! Marin and the Orchestra gave the Bravo! Vail premiere of Gabriela Lena Frank’s Picaflor: A Future Myth and Randall Goosby played Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 3. #classicalmusic

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Jul 2

The Orchestra is heading to Vail, Colorado, from July 6–13, to perform six concerts at the Bravo! Vail Music Festival! Which performance are you most looking forward to?

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Jun 28

Legendary composer Joe Hisaishi led three enchanting concerts in Marian Anderson Hall this week! The concert featured a selection of his orchestral works and a suite from the acclaimed film Spirited Away. Principal Viola Choong-Jin Chang gave an incredible performance of Hisaishi’s Viola Saga.

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Jun 16

This week at the Mann Center, the Orchestra will perform Beethoven’s iconic Fifth Symphony, John Williams’s score to Star Wars: A New Hope while the movie plays on the big screen, and soul-stirring classics, Broadway hits, and more with the only-and-only Cynthia Erivo.

The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Jun 15

Happy Father’s Day from Your Philadelphia Orchestra!

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The Philadelphia Orchestra @philorch.bsky.social · Jun 8

Marian Anderson Hall became a permanent landmark in Philadelphia one year ago today! Every performance that takes place in the hall is a celebration of Marian’s incomparable legacy. We look forward to all that’s yet to come in the one-and-only Marian Anderson Hall.

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