The ESO for Students

Student Rush Tickets

Rush tickets to all ESO performances are $20, limit of two per person. They will go on sale at the Winspear Centre Box Office two hours prior most ESO concerts, subject to availability. Rush tickets are available to students of all ages, people aged 25 and younger, and seniors aged 65 and up. Valid ID required at time of purchase; in person sales only.

Pulse8 Club

Designed for those aged 18-29, Pulse8 offers big savings on ESO performances, and lets you bring a friend, too. Members can purchase two advance tickets to ESO concerts for only $20 each based on availability (agency fees apply). Membership is free, so click here to sign up now!

The Pulse8 program is generously supported by TD Music.  td music

Musicians in the Making

Are you a teacher or budding musician? Do you know a student who is looking to gain that all-important experience of performing before live audiences? If so, the ESO is looking for you!

Musicians in the Making at the Winspear Centre
Presented by TELUS, this program features promising student soloists and ensembles performing half-hour showcases prior to selected ESO performances in the lobbies of the Winspear Centre. All participants are then invited to be our guest at a concert, courtesy of our friends at TELUS.

Click here to apply online, or for more info contact the ESO's Education Coordinator at education@winspearcentre.com or by calling 780-401-2553.

Telus
The ESO would like to thank TELUS, our generous partner is music and education for their support of this signature program. To learn more about TELUS’ commitment to the community, visit www.telus.com.
 

Young Composers Project

This program for high school students provides an aspiring composer a $1000 scholarship and mentorship opportunity with Robert Rival, the ESO's Resident Composer. Two composers were chosen for 2012: Daniel Belland and Samantha Semler. Samantha's piece will receive its world premiere at Symphony Under the Sky on Saturday, September 1st at 2pm. Daniel's piece will also be premiered at Symphony Under the Sky on Monday, September 3rd at 2pm.

Click here for more information about the 2012/13 Young Composer Program.