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Pacific Symphony will host a series of free outdoor concerts throughout Orange County during the summer. The initiative, dubbed ‘Symphony on the Go,’ features a mobile stage that brings classical music to local communities. The concert series kicks off at Soka University and continues with performances across various parks, showcasing talented musicians in varied configurations. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs for seating. This initiative aims to engage audiences who may not have access to traditional concert experiences.
Orange County, CA – Pacific Symphony will host a series of free outdoor concerts across Orange County during Summer 2025. This initiative, named “Symphony on the Go,” features a mobile community concert experience that includes a colorful stage on wheels, bringing classical music directly to local neighborhoods.
The concert series kicks off on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at 6:30 PM at the Soka University Campus Green in Aliso Viejo, located at 1 University Drive. The opening performance will showcase a Woodwind Quintet led by Josh Ranz, featuring talented musicians including Larry Kaplan on flute, Ted Sugata on oboe, Elliott Moreau on bassoon, and Henry Bond on French horn.
Following the inaugural concert, the series continues with a schedule of performances across various parks throughout the region. The subsequent concerts are planned as follows:
- Thursday, June 26, 2025, at Stanton Central Park at 7:30 PM (Woodwind Quintet)
- Friday, June 27, 2025, at Napoli Park in Mission Viejo at 6:30 PM (Woodwind Quintet)
- Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Eisenhower Park in Seal Beach at 6:00 PM (Woodwind Quintet)
- Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Central Park in Huntington Beach at 6:00 PM (Brass Quintet)
- Thursday, July 17, 2025, at Pines Park in Dana Point at 6:00 PM (Brass Quintet)
The concert series does not conclude in July; additional performances are scheduled in several cities including Buena Park, La Palma, Rancho Mission Viejo, Ladera Ranch, San Clemente, Laguna Hills, Lake Forest, Placentia, and San Juan Capistrano throughout the summer and into the fall of 2025.
To enhance the concert experience, attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating. It is important to note that all performances are subject to weather conditions, and plans may change. Individuals interested in attending should check for updates from Pacific Symphony closer to the concert dates.
The design of the mobile stage and the initiative itself focuses on engaging local communities that may not have easy access to classical music events. The aim is to connect with audiences unable to attend traditional indoor concerts, thereby expanding the reach of the orchestra’s music. The concerts will typically feature classical ensemble configurations, such as woodwind and brass quintets, allowing varied musical expressions across different performances.
This initiative aligns with Pacific Symphony’s broader commitment to community engagement and improving accessibility to music across Orange County. Recent programming has highlighted the symphony’s focus on reaching diverse audiences, reflecting an understanding of the value of music in uniting communities and creating cherished shared experiences.
As the Summer 2025 concert series approaches, community members can look forward to a unique opportunity to enjoy live classical music outdoors, amidst the beauty of nature and local parks.
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Additional Resources
- South OC Beaches: Pacific Symphony on the Go Concert Guide
- LA Times: Pacific Symphony Finale
- OC Register: Pacific Symphony Musicians
- Google Search: Pacific Symphony 2025
- OC Business Journal: Taking Pacific Symphony to the Next Level
- Wikipedia: Pacific Symphony
