St. Louis Civic Orchestra

Announcing Our 77th Season!

The St. Louis Civic Orchestra is excited to announce its 77th season under the batons of Artistic Director Dr. Barry Ford and Assistant Conductor Asher Harris.

Comprised of talented musicians from various walks of life, the Civic presents inspiring performances that engage audiences of all ages. The orchestra promotes musical education, fosters artistic growth, and provides an opportunity for local musicians to share their passion and talent with the community.

In an effort to make live music accessible and available to everyone, all concerts are free to attend.

The season opens on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at The 560 Music Center with a program centered on Dvořák, including Slavonic Dances and Symphony No. 7. The concert will also feature piccolo soloist Christine Beard in Lowell Liebermann’s Concerto for Piccolo and Orchestra, presented in collaboration with the Flute Society of St. Louis.

The December concert, scheduled for Saturday, December 5, 2026, at Ritenour Auditorium, will be a festive collaborative concert with special guests. Full program details will be announced at a later date.

On Saturday, February 20, 2027, the orchestra will perform at First Presbyterian Church of Kirkwood with a program highlighting American voices, including a new work by Music Director, Dr. Barry Ford, to be announced, T. J. Anderson’s Squares, James P. Johnson’s Harlem Symphony, and Duke Ellington’s Black, Brown and Beige.

The season continues on Saturday, April 10, 2027, at First Presbyterian Church of Kirkwood with the Florence Frager Young Artist Competition Winner and Walter Piston’s The Incredible Flutist: Ballet Suite.

A May Pops Concert is tentatively planned for Saturday, May 15, 2027, with details to be announced.