Nurturing a Passion for Music!
London Symphonia is your partner in music education. Our School Music Education Programs, delivered by our highly skilled and versatile musicians, offer a range of opportunities for children and youth from grades 4 to 12 to experience the magic and transformational power of orchestral music that your students won’t forget!
Our programs include:
- Open Rehearsals at Metropolitan United (Grades 5 to 12)
- NEW! This Year:
- Coaching (Grades 9 to 12)
- FREE! In-School performances (Grades 4 to 8) (SOLD OUT)
- FREE Student Tickets to London Symphonia's 2025-26 Season concerts
All programs have limited capacity. Don't be disappointed. Sign up early.
Sponsored by:
Rhys and Mary Lou Dixon Fund
2025-26 School Music Programs
NEW! Coaching Program for Secondary Schools
Where: at your school
Grades: 9 to 12
Cost: $200 (2 coaching sessions with 1 musician) or $400 (2 coaching sessions with 2 musicians)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: December 9, 2025
Note: Reservations will be based on a combination of need and first-come, first-served. Book early and avoid disappointment.
We are excited to introduce our new Coaching Program, designed to enhance and support large ensemble programs in secondary schools - Band, String Orchestra, or Full Orchestra.
Two musicians from London Symphonia will provide coaching sessions your ensemble on two separate occasions. These sessions are designed to deepen your students' musical skills and may include:
- Instrument-specific group coaching
- Sectional rehearsals
- Side-by-side playing with students
- Demonstrations and short performances
- Chamber ensemble coaching
- One-on-one mentorship
We’re happy to collaborate with you to tailor each visit to the unique needs and goals of your ensemble.
If you are interested in this program, please contact Scott Good, Head, School Education Programs at scott [at] londonsymphonia.ca (scott[at]londonsymphonia[dot]ca)
Open Rehearsals
Where: Metropolitan United
Grades: 5 to 12
Dates: October 3 (SOLD OUT) | January 16 at 10am | January 16 at 2pm | May 1 at 10am
Rehearsal End Time: 11:20am for 10am rehearsals and 3:20pm for 2pm rehearsal
Arrival Time for 10am Rehearsals: 9:30am
Arrival Time for 2pm Rehearsal: 1:30pm
Cost: FREE
REGISTRATION DEADLINES:
- December 19 for January 16 10am and 2pm rehearsals
- April 10 for May 1 rehearsal
REHEARSAL FOCUS
January 16, 10am-11:20am
Aaron Copland, Appalachian Spring
January 16, 2pm-3:20pm
Featuring Lara St. John, internationally acclaimed violinist
Avner Dorman, Violin Concerto No. 2, “Nigunim”
May 1, 10am-11:20am
Beethoven, Shostakovich, and Marsh – Work TBD
EXPERIENCE THE MUSIC BEHIND THE SCENES!
Attending an Open Rehearsal offers students a unique opportunity to see London Symphonia onstage as the musicians prepare for an upcoming concert.
Ahead of time, teachers will receive a music enrichment package containing background information on the composers and the works being rehearsed, along with a PDF of the instrumental parts so that students can follow along during the rehearsal and classroom study.
After the 70-minute rehearsal, there will be a 10-minute talk and Q&A session with Scott Good, Head, School Education Programs. Whenever possible, a guest conductor or featured artist will also participate.
Special Highlight: The 2pm rehearsal on January 16 will include a special appearance by violinist Lara St. John rehearsing with the orchestra — a rare treat for students to witness a world-class soloist in action.
Concerts in Elementary Schools — SOLD OUT
STRINGS Around the World:
REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED
Where: At your school
Grades: 4 to 8 (Note: younger grades may attend, but please keep in mind
that this program is designed for Grades 4 to 8)
Dates: January 26, 27, and 28
Duration: 60 minutes including Q&A
Cost: NEW this year! FREE
STRINGS Around the World is an exciting, interactive concert experience designed to delight, educate, and inspire! Presented by five talented string players from London Symphonia and hosted by Scott Good London Symphonia Composer-in-Residence and Head, School Education Programs, this vibrant program celebrates musical traditions from across the globe, reflecting the rich cultural diversity of our London community.
Students will journey through a world of sound with featured pieces like Aya Zain (a traditional Arabic song), the passionate La Cumparsita (Tango from Uruguay), the beloved Korean folk tune Gyeonggi Arirang, and a mesmerizing Raga from India.
Students will be invited to actively participate—singing and moving to the spirited Sesere Eeye (a traditional Torres Strait Islander song), and joining in the rhythmic fun of Kye Kye Kule, a lively Ghanaian call-and-response piece.
To help students prepare and engage fully, a package will be provided in advance, including background information on each piece and participatory materials designed to make the concert both educational and unforgettable.
The orchestra requires access to the performance space 40 minutes before the beginning of the program.
Equipment required:
- Projector (no sound component needed)
- 6 armless chairs and music stands
- 2 microphones
Note: The musicians will require access to the performance space 40 minutes before the start of the program.
Supported by:
Free Tickets for Students to London Symphonia 2025-26 Season Concerts
High School students can obtain a free ticket HERE.
Free tickets for Elementary School students (ages 6 to 12) are available with our Family Flex Packs.
NEED MORE INFORMATION?
We'd love to hear from you. Please leave a message for the education team at with your questions and we'll get back to you as quickly as we can. Thank you!
