Performances
Curtis Sounds Like This.
Curtis presents a 2026–27 season of performances spanning classical masterworks and contemporary voices. Join us to experience music-making at the highest level—and the remarkable talent of today’s great young artists. Be there for defining moments as our students move from the classroom to the spotlight of the stage.
From chamber music to orchestral works and fully staged opera, the season reflects a spirit of discovery, discipline, and imagination. At Curtis, every concert is both a culmination and a beginning—where today’s students become tomorrow’s leading artists.
Pre-sale now available.
Curtis Symphony Orchestra
Curtis students join together each year to create one of the world’s great orchestras. Led by internationally renowned conductors and featuring sparkling repertoire, Curtis Symphony Orchestra is an immersive experience with unique resonance. The ensemble presents three subscription performances each year in Marian Anderson Hall at the Kimmel Center.
Curtis Opera Theatre
Through imaginative productions, bold concepts, and absorbing theater, the artists of the Curtis Opera Theatre prepare to become stars of the world stage. The combination of key elements of artistry—music, acting, singing, and costumes—allows these student-artists to create a lasting connection with audiences.
Curtis New Music Ensemble
Curtis New Music Ensemble’s repertoire features work from the 20th and 21st centuries. With bold collaborations and striking productions, Curtis New Music Ensemble embraces the cutting edge of contemporary classical music through the highest level of artistry.
Curtis Recital Series
The promise of learn-by-doing lies at the heart of Curtis’s philosophy, and the Curtis Recital Series allows us to make that promise a reality. From young student artists experiencing their first professional performance to faculty who’ve played on stages across the globe, this series showcases the amazing passion and artistry of Curtis musicians. Each year over 100 free Student, Studio, and Faculty Recitals are presented on most Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings.