Education & Outreach
The Minnesota Orchestra's Education Programs and Community Partnerships engage and inspire our community through great music. We are committed to and guided by the following objectives:
To excite students of all ages about music while promoting concepts of teamwork, discipline and excellence.
To assist educators by providing programs that align with state and national standards.
To overcome geographic and economic barriers to participating in Minnesota Orchestra concerts and programs.
Celebrating 100 Years of Young People's Concerts!
Young People's Concerts are for schools, homeschools and families looking for educational opportunities. From The Tin Forest to At The Ballet, each Minnesota Orchestra Young People's Concert focuses on a specific musical element, composer, time period or theme.
Student & educator discounts
Discounted Tickets
Student Rush
$15 - high school and college students, purchase at the box office starting one hour prior to most performances.
Advance Student Rush Tickets
$12 - high school and college students, purchase online in advance
Student Group Rate
$12 - grade six through college, groups of 10 or more
Target Free Family Concerts
FREE concerts for families with children of all ages
Discounted Ticket Packages
Student & Educator Package
Choose a package of 3 concerts starting at just $67 for educators and $30 for students and their families!
College Student Subscriptions
Starting at $36, available on most subscriptions. Choose a series, then select "Student Seats" in step 1.
Young Listener Series Offerings
Ages 6-17, $12 per concert with purchase of an adult subscription. Choose a series, then select "Young Listener Seats" in step 1.
Student Easy Pass
6-flexible ticket voucher packages just $72.
The Minnesota Orchestra gratefully acknowledges generous support from
