• Nov. 22 & 24

    Dvořák & Price with Yannick

    Coleridge-Taylor, Price, & Dvořák in Philadelphia on Nov. 22 and and New York on Nov. 24 for Curtis Symphony Orchestra's debut performance at Lincoln Center.

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    Virtual Office Hours

    Curtis' Admissions Team will be available to answer your questions about the admissions process during designated virtual office hours.

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    Applications Now Open

    Find out more about the admissions process and important deadlines.

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  • Dec. 13

    Ray Chen Plays Barber

    Teddy Abrams Leads All-American Program with Curtis Symphony Orchestra for an electrifying rendition of Samuel Barber’s Violin Concerto.

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  • Curtis Studio

    A Century of New Sounds

    The newest album from Curtis Studio celebrates the 100th Anniversary of Curtis Institute of Music through the artistry and innovation of performances by alumni, faculty, and students. Available now on all major streaming platforms.

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News & Announcements

Interview with Teddy Abrams (Conducting ’08) in I Care If You Listen

The prolific composer, clarinetist, and conductor discusses his work as music director of the Louisville Orchetra, and the impact of Curtis.

Curtis Symphony Orchestra Presents “Ray Chen Plays Barber” December 13 at Marian Anderson Hall and December 15 at Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts

Teddy Abrams (’08) leads the Curtis Symphony Orchestra and superstar violinist Ray Chen (’10) in an all-American program.

Alumni Interview: Karen Slack and Michelle Cann On Their Grammy-Nominated Album, Beyond The Years

The acclaimed soprano and renowned Curtis faculty member discuss their groundbreaking new, Grammy-nominated album.