Announcing the Kendall Square Orchestra’s 6th Season!

ABOUT THE 2023/2024 SEASON

The Kendall Square Orchestra (K²O) unveils its 2023/2024 concert season with four themes: heroism, unity, discovery, and peace, held at Harvard's Sanders Theatre and MIT's Kresge Auditorium. The season kicks off on October 5th, featuring Roustom's 'Aleppo Songs' and Beethoven's 'Eroica'. Other highlights include Copland’s 'Appalachian Spring', Amy Beach’s groundbreaking ‘Gaelic’ Symphony, and Mahler’s 'Titan' First Symphony. Tickets are on sale below!

2023-24 Season Overview

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Season Sponsorships

We are thrilled to unveil season sponsorships for the first time!

Become a benefactor or join the Conductor’s Circle and receive complimentary tickets to all 2023/2024 season performances in addition to other exciting benefits and privileges. Your contribution isn't just a donation – it's an investment in a unique blend of music, science, and community. To express our gratitude, we present to you a series of benefits and privileges for the forthcoming year, each crafted to amplify your connection to K²O and our shared mission.

  • – Two (2) complimentary tickets to all K2O Performances.

    – Invitations to special events with K2O leadership and distinguished guest artists.

    – Behind-the-scenes access to rehearsals.

    – Recognition in all digital and print materials.

  • Four* (4) complimentary tickets to all K2O Performances (premium seating).

    The total number of tickets can be customized. Please contact our team if you would wish to customize this membership perk.

    – All remaining Benefactor perks:
    – Invitations to special events with K2O leadership and distinguished guest artists.
    – Behind-the-scenes access to rehearsals.
    – Recognition in all digital and print materials.

An In-depth Look at the 2023/2024 Season

Thursday, October 5th

🕢 7:30pm
📍 Sanders Theatre, Cambridge MA

Ignite your spirit with a musical celebration of courage, resilience, and the triumph of the human spirit with Beethoven's 'Eroica Symphony' and Kareem Roustom's 'Aleppo Songs'. 'Eroica' is a masterful journey through struggle and victory, while 'Aleppo Songs' offers a contemporary reflection on loss, hope, and the enduring strength of an ancient city. Let the music remind you of our innate capacity to rise above challenges, foster positive change, and build a brighter future. Join us for a transformative evening of introspection, self-discovery, and the unifying power of music.


Friday, December 15th

🕢 7:30pm
📍 Kresge Auditorium, Cambridge MA

Experience the transformative power of music at our 'Coming Together' concert! This extraordinary event highlights the talents of our own orchestra members as soloists, featuring masterpieces by Rebecca Clarke, Michael Gandolfi, Johann Sebastian Bach, Serge Koussevitzky, and Aaron Copland. But it's more than just a concert - it's a celebration of unity, diversity, and the incredible things we can achieve when we come together. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of musical excellence and heartfelt inspiration.


Friday, March 8th, 2024

🕢 7:30pm
📍 Sanders Theatre, Cambridge MA

Celebrate the trailblazers of music and science this International Women's Day! Witness the world premiere of Francine Trester's 'In Her Element,' a musical tribute to pioneering women scientists, alongside powerful performances of Grazyna Bacewicz's 'Overture' and Amy Beach's 'Gaelic' Symphony. In collaboration with Women in the Enterprise of Science and Technology (WEST) , this special concert honors the innovative contributions of women, past and present. Don't miss this inspiring journey of resilience, innovation, and groundbreaking discoveries. Be part of a celebration that can change the world.


Saturday, June 8th, 2024

🕢 7:30pm
📍 Kresge Auditorium, Cambridge MA

Join us for a night of musical triumph with masterpieces by Eduoard Lalo and Gustav Mahler, serving as a musical allegory for the timeless themes of overcoming challenges and finding solace in harmony. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Lalo’s Cello Concerto, a testament to the power of collaboration, and Mahler's Symphony No. 1, a musical odyssey from uncertainty to triumph. Let the music inspire you to embody the principles of victory and peace in your own life. Book your tickets now for a night of inspiration and musical mastery!

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Card to Culture Program

We are proud to participate in the Card to Culture program, a collaboration between Mass Cultural Council and the Department of Transitional Assistance, the Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Nutrition Program, and the Massachusetts Health Connector, by providing EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare cardholders free admission to all concerts