Young People’s Concert - Wheeling Symphony Orchestra

Each year, the WSO’s Young People’s Concert Tour travels to schools and venues in West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania and provides thousands of elementary school students and their teachers with the opportunity to experience engaging and educational symphonic performances.

This year, the students are coming to us! For more information on the 2026 Young People’s Concert, see below.

Mark your calendars! The 2026 Wheeling Symphony Young People’s Concerts are scheduled for November 18 at 10:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. This year’s concerts will be held at the Capitol Theatre on Main Street in Wheeling, WV.

Reservation forms will be available on September 1. This year’s program will celebrate one of the most prolific American composers and conductors, Leonard Bernstein, with this musical tribute featuring two exemplary talents: Bernstein’s own daughter, writer and storyteller Jamie Bernstein, and powerhouse vocalist Morgan James, in her third appearance with the WSO. From West Side Story to Candide, enjoy this examination of the life and work of one of the most important figures in American orchestral history, perfectly timed to celebrate America 250. It promises to be a very appealing and educational program.

The concert is approximately 45 minutes in length and is recommended for elementary

Students grades 3-5. Teacher resources will be provided at the beginning of October.

The suggested donation/admission fee of $2.00 is applicable only to students.

Teachers and chaperones attend at no cost. Please note that no child should be discouraged

from attending due to the inability to pay.

We are thrilled to be able to bring this unique experience to your students! A reservation form with specifics will follow. We will fill each performance on a first come first serve basis.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.

We hope that you are able to join us for what is sure to be an engaging, musically inspiring and educational experience! Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns at lbaker@wheelingsymphony.com

Name of School *

Contact Person *

Position or Title *

Email *

Name of General Music Teacher *

Email of General Music Teacher *

School Address *

How attending Number

Name on School Bus *

How many buses? *

Number of students attending *

Number of teachers/chaperones attending *

Grade levels of students attending *

Select which performance you wish to attend *

10:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 18
12:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 18

Important Information

Thank you for registering for the Young People's Concerts!

A donation of $2 per student is recommended. Please remit payment by cash or check made payable to WSO prior to the concert or upon arrival. If an invoice is needed, please email lbaker@wheelingsymphony.com.

If special arrangements are needed for students with hearing, sight, or mobility impairment, please contact us at the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra as soon as possible. Call 304.232.6191 or email requests to lbaker@wheelingsymphony.com

***Please note that the concerts will begin at the exact times listed. Please make sure to allow ample time for your commute and to be seated. We recommend arriving 20 minutes before the performances begin.

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