Est. 1945 · Saint Paul, Minnesota

Saint Paul Civic Symphony

Building Community with Music

Welcome

A volunteer orchestra playing free concerts across Saint Paul since 1945.

The Saint Paul Civic Symphony is an autonomous nonprofit of volunteer musicians from every background and walk of life. Every performance is free and open to all, supported by our members, our audiences, and community grants.

Music Director Jeffrey Stirling

Music Director

Jeffrey Stirling

“We share our love of the classical repertoire — both old and new — with all of you.”

2026–27 Season

Making Connections

Oct 18

Opening

Russian Soul

Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninoff, and the sweeping sounds of a homeland remembered.

Landmark Center · 1:00 PM

Dec 6

Holiday

American Tapestry

A celebration of voices woven from every corner of the American experience.

St. Matthew's Catholic Church · 3:00 PM

Jan 31

Winter Carnival

Hot and “Cool” Classics!

Swing, syncopation, and the golden age of the American orchestra.

Landmark Center · 2:00 PM

Mar 14

2027

Mood Music

Intimate works that slow time and turn the heart inward.

King of Kings Lutheran, Woodbury · 3:00 PM

Apr 4

Family

Children's Concert

A playful afternoon of big sounds and small miracles for the youngest listeners.

Venue TBD · 3:00 PM

May 9

Finale

Musical Portraits

A Mother's Day farewell to the season with symphonic sketches of the people who shaped it.

Landmark Center · 1:00 PM

Join the orchestra

We welcome musicians of every background. Rehearsals are weekly and open to players who love the repertoire as much as we do.

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