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New Jersey Symphony

Symphony/Classical Orchestra

Newark, New Jersey

The New Jersey Symphony is a professional orchestra based in New Jersey, performing a full season of classical and contemporary music across multiple venues throughout the state.
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Upcoming Shows (16)

New Scores: The Cone Composition Institute Concert
Sat, Jul 18, 20267:30 PM
New Jersey SymphonyNewark, NJ

Part of the Edward T. Cone Composition Institute

Hollywood Hits: From West Side Story to Spirited Away with NJS
Sat, Oct 10, 20267:30 PM
ArtSpace by Monmouth ArtsRed Bank, NJ
Hollywood Hits: From West Side Story to Spirited Away with NJS
Sat, Oct 10, 20267:30 PM
New Jersey SymphonyNewark, NJ

A Celebration of the Best Orchestral Music in Cinema. Features Paul Dukas The Sorcerer's Apprentice, Leonard Bernstein Symphonic Dances from West Side Story, Joe Hisaishi Suite from Spirited Away, and George Gershwin An American in Paris

NJ Symphony : Hollywood Hits: From West Side Story to Spirited Away
Sun, Oct 11, 20262:00 PM
New Jersey Performing Arts CenterNewark, NJ

Lights, camera, action! Rising-star conductor Keitaro Harada leads a program of thrilling orchestral music from classic movies. Movie-musicals West Side Story and An American in Paris, with their timeless tunes, are heard alongside Joe Hisaishi and his score to the Studio Ghibli masterpiece Spirited Away. Do not miss this festive performance with music that dazzles and delights the perfect way to celebrate the start of the season.

Beethoven's "Emperor" & Schubert's "Great"
Fri, Oct 23, 2026
New Jersey SymphonyNewark, NJ

Opening Weekend | New Jersey Symphony Classical. Piano Concerto No. 5 Emperor and Symphony No. 9 in C Major The Great

Rick Steves' Europe: A Symphonic Journey
Sat, Nov 7, 20262:00 PM
New Jersey SymphonyNewark, NJ

A Musical Journey of Rick Steves' Travels Through Europe and its History

Rachmaninoff's Symphonic Dances
Thu, Nov 19, 2026
New Jersey SymphonyNewark, NJ

Part of the TD James Moody Jazz Festival. Features Claude Debussy Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun, George Duke Dark Wood Bass Concerto, Christian McBride Fried Bacon, and Sergei Rachmaninoff Symphonic Dances

Handel's Messiah
Fri, Dec 18, 20267:30 PM
New Jersey SymphonyNewark, NJ

New Jersey Symphony Holiday Tradition

Mozart & Ravel
Fri, Jan 8, 2027
New Jersey SymphonyNewark, NJ

Anna Clyne Masquerade, Mozart works, Ravel works

Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini
Fri, Jan 22, 2027
New Jersey SymphonyNewark, NJ

New Jersey Symphony Classical concert featuring Wagner Overture to Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg and Rachmaninoff Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini

NJ Symphony : Discover Rachmaninoff
Sat, Jan 23, 20272:00 PM
New Jersey Performing Arts CenterNewark, NJ

What is a rhapsody, and who was Paganini? Unlock the mystery of the musical puzzle in this roller coaster ride for piano and orchestra, demonstrated by the extraordinary talent of Tony Siqi Yun. Inspired by Leonard Bernsteins masterful way of putting young audiences at the center of musicmaking, this interactive concert is presented in a relaxed format and features inside tips, listening cues, and fun facts that make for the perfect Saturday afternoon family outing! This New Jersey Symphony Fami

NJ Symphony : 2027 Lunar New Year Celebration
Sat, Jan 30, 20277:30 PM
New Jersey Performing Arts CenterNewark, NJ

Naomi Woo, Assistant Conductor of The Philadelphia Orchestra, leads a festive evening that unites symphonic works, choral music, and dance. Experience amazing talent, vibrant energy, and a grand spectacle designed to delight audiences of all ages a joyous celebration of renewal and community.

Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl in Concert with NJS
Fri, Feb 26, 20277:30 PM
ArtSpace by Monmouth ArtsRed Bank, NJ
New Jersey Symphony
Sat, Feb 27, 20277:30 PM
New Jersey Performing Arts CenterNewark, NJ

This fantasy swashbuckler film follows pirate Jack Sparrow and the blacksmith Will Turner as they attempt to rescue the kidnapped Elizabeth Swann. The trio encounters Captain Barbossa and the Black Pearl crew who are afflicted by a supernatural curse. Klaus Badelts score performed live to picture by the New Jersey Symphony thrums with excitement and adventure. Presentation licensed by Disney Concerts. All rights reserved. Rated PG13

NJ Symphony : Discover Tchaikovsky
Sat, May 15, 20272:00 PM
New Jersey Performing Arts CenterNewark, NJ

Tchaikovsky was a great musical storyteller. Learn about the structure of his Fourth Symphony and what to listen for, from string plucking to folk songs, and a wide range of emotions expressed by different instruments. Inspired by Leonard Bernstein,and his masterful way of putting young audiences at the center of musicmaking, this interactive concert is presented in a relaxed format and features inside tips, listening cues, and fun facts that make for the perfect Saturday afternoon family outing

NJ Symphony : Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert
Sat, May 22, 20277:30 PM
New Jersey Performing Arts CenterNewark, NJ

Luke Skywalker begins a journey that will change the galaxy in Star Wars: A New Hope. Nineteen years after the formation of the Empire, Luke is thrust into the struggle of the Rebel Alliance when he meets Obi-Wan Kenobi, who has lived for years in seclusion on the desert planet of Tatooine. Obi-Wan begins Lukes Jedi training as Luke joins him on a daring mission to rescue the beautiful Rebel leader Princess Leia from the clutches of Darth Vader and the evil Empire. Celebrate the 50th anniversary

Venues

ArtSpace by Monmouth ArtsRed Bank, NJNew Jersey Performing Arts CenterNewark, NJNew Jersey SymphonyNewark, NJ