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Florida Orchestra
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Mission

The mission of The Florida Orchestra is to enrich the life of the Tampa Bay area as it inspires, entertains and educates a wide and diverse audience with the unique experience of live symphonic music, ensuring that future generations will continue to enjoy this legacy that so magnificently celebrates the human spirit.


Upcoming Events at Florida Orchestra

Raymond James Pops in the Park

Saturday, Nov 9, 2024 at 6:30pm
Vinoy Park
Saint Petersburg, FL
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Free Symphony by the Sea

Sunday, Nov 10, 2024 at 6:30pm
The Baycare Sound
Clearwater, FL
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Elf in Concert

Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 at 2:00pm
Straz Center for the Performing Arts
Tampa, FL
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Elf in Concert

Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 at 7:00pm
Straz Center for the Performing Arts
Tampa, FL
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Classical Christmas

Friday, Dec 13, 2024 at 8:00pm
Straz Center for the Performing Arts
Tampa, FL
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Classical Christmas

Saturday, Dec 14, 2024 at 8:00pm
Mahaffey Theater
Saint Petersburg, FL
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Enchanted Stories

Friday, Jan 31, 2025 at 7:30pm
Episcopal Church of the Ascension
Clearwater, FL
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Enchanted Stories

Saturday, Feb 1, 2025 at 8:00pm
Tampa Theatre
Tampa, FL
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Enchanted Stories

Sunday, Feb 2, 2025 at 2:00pm
Palladium Theater
Saint Petersburg, FL
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Concert - An Evening with Yo-Yo Ma

Friday, Feb 28, 2025 at 8:00pm
Ruth Eckerd Hall
Clearwater, FL
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The Soldier’s Tale

Thursday, Apr 10, 2025 at 7:30pm
New Tampa Performing Arts Center
Tampa, FL
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The Soldier’s Tale

Friday, Apr 11, 2025 at 7:30pm
Episcopal Church of the Ascension
Clearwater, FL
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The Soldier’s Tale

Saturday, Apr 12, 2025 at 2:00pm
Palladium Theater
Saint Petersburg, FL
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Recent News

The Dalí Museum and The Florida Orchestra present Artful Healing - A Celebration of Resilience and Unity

Free Local Admission Event on Nov. 2 Combines Art and Music to Uplift and Support the Community. WHAT: In response to the recent events that have impacted the region, The Dalí Museum and The Florida Orchestra proudly announce Artful…

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The Florida Orchestra Performs Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5, Welcomes 6 New Musicians

ST. PETERSBURG, FL – This week The Florida Orchestra presents Beethoven’s iconic Symphony No. 5 in venues throughout Tampa Bay and welcomes six new musicians to their first full season with TFO. All have won highly competitive blind…

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Update: The Florida Orchestra Returns to Concerts This Week with Rachmaninoff's Symphony No. 3

On-sale date for Yo-Yo Ma concert tickets changed to November ST. PETERSBURG, FL - In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, The Florida Orchestra will welcome back audiences to three performances this week at the Mahaffey Theater as scheduled, the…

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The Florida Orchestra Announces Hurricane Helene Cancels Florida Orchestra Pops Concerts

Saint Petersburg, FL - Due to disruptions from Hurricane Helene, The Florida Orchestra is canceling two Raymond James Pops performances -- Country Hits: Songs of Nashville – both on Saturday at the Mahaffey Theater. Hurricane Helene has been…

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The Florida Orchestra Announces Soundwaves Chamber Orchestra Concerts

ST. PETERSBURG, FL -- The Florida Orchestra will open its chamber orchestra series in September and add two new venues, including the historic St. Mary Our Lady of Grace Church in St. Petersburg, the orchestra announced today. The series – now…

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The Florida Orchestra Celebrates 10 Years of Michael Francis in 2024-25 Season

• MASTERWORKS OPENING NIGHT: Ravel’s Bolero in Latin-inspired concert • GREAT MASTERPIECES: Beethoven’s Fifth, Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, Mahler’s Third • WORLD-RENOWNED ARTISTS: Olga Kern, Joyce Yang, Stefan…

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The Florida Orchestra Extends Michael Francis' Contract Through 2030

The Florida Orchestra extends Michael Francis’ contract through 2030 Photos: Click for photos and video of Michael Francis ST. PETERSBURG, FL – Internationally acclaimed conductor Michael Francis has signed a five-year contract…

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The Florida Orchestra Brings Back Sing Out Tampa Bay on March 13, 2024

The Florida Orchestra is bringing back Sing Out Tampa Bay - open to anyone who loves to sing along with the orchestra - conducted by Music Director Michael Francis, the orchestra announced today. The community concert, which has been on pause since…

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The Florida Orchestra Happenings for December 2023

THIS WEEKEND: The Grinch film with live music kicks off The Florida Orchestra holiday concerts Run of 12 performances includes Holiday Pops, Handel’s Messiah, Holiday Brass St. Petersburg, FL – The Florida Orchestra launches a…

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The Florida Orchestra Packs December with Holiday Music

The Florida Orchestra packs December with holiday music: The Grinch film, Holiday Pops, Messiah & Holiday Brass ST. PETERSBURG, FL - The Florida Orchestra is bringing a sleigh load of 12 holiday performances in December for very merry…

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Music Of Drake Mixes With Tchaikovsky Live At Theflorida Orchestra

ST. PETERSBURG, FL – For the first time, The Florida Orchestra will bring the music of influential rapper Drake mixed with Tchaikovsky’s famed Fifth Symphony to the Mahaffey Theater. Tchaikovsky X Drake, created and conducted by Steve…

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Update: The Florida Orchestra Brings Free Pops in the Park to Vinoy Park; New Date for River Tower Park

Saint Petersburg, FL - For its largest concert of the year, The Florida Orchestra will bring the annual Raymond James Pops in the Park concert to Vinoy Park along St. Petersburg’s waterfront on Saturday, Oct. 14, at 7:30 pm. TFO Resident…

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The Florida Orchestra Names Principal Oboe And Bass, Opens With Holst’s ‘The Planets’ This Weekend

The orchestra welcomes nine full-time musicians for its 56th season For a PDF version of this release, click here. ST. PETERSBURG, FL – As the new season begins, The Florida Orchestra has named Mark Debski as principal oboe and Ryan…

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The Florida Orchestra Names Chelsea Gallo As Resident Conductor

Saint Petersburg, FL - The Florida Orchestra and Music Director Michael Francis announced today the promotion of Chelsea Gallo to resident conductor. The new title recognizes Gallo’s exceptional work since joining TFO as assistant conductor…

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Rick Steves to Join The Florida Orchestra for Two Symphonic Journey Concerts

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The Florida Orchestra Adds 6 New Concerts

Saint Petersburg, FL - The Florida Orchestra is adding six new programs to the 2023-24 season, expanding its extensive concert lineup into mid-September, the orchestra announced today. Special concerts include Jurassic Park in Concert, celebrating…

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The Florida Orchestra Names New CEO

The Florida Orchestra names new CEO For a PDF version of this release click here. ST. PETERSBURG, FL – The Florida Orchestra has named Ignacio Barrón Viela as its new president and CEO, the orchestra announced today. He brings…

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The Florida Orchestra’s New Season Celebrates Music of America and Beyond

The Florida Orchestra’s new season celebrates music of America and beyond MASTERWORKS OPENING NIGHT: Holst’s The Planets, Percussion Collective RHAPSODY IN BLUE: Gershwin’s groundbreaking work turns 100 years old AMERICAN…

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Florida Orchestra Celebrates 55 Years In Sold-Out Itzhakperlman Benefit Concert

Click here to download concert photos ST. PETERSBURG, FL – The Florida Orchestra shared the stage with a living legend, violin superstar Itzhak Perlman, in a sold-out, energized Mahaffey Theater on Saturday, March 11, 2023. Music Director…

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The Florida Orchestra CEO To Leave In May

The Florida Orchestra President & CEO Mark Cantrell, who provided critical leadership to keep the orchestra performing during the Covid pandemic, will leave TFO to take the next step in his career, the orchestra announced today. He will depart…

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The Florida Orchestra brings Soundwaves chamber concerts toClearwater church

For a PDF version of this release click here. ST. PETERSBURG, FL – The Florida Orchestra is expanding it Soundwaves chamber series to the Church of the Ascension in Clearwater starting in February, the orchestra announced today. The series…

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The Florida Orchestra Names Principal Cello

For the first time in nearly 35 years, The Florida Orchestra has named a new principal cello. Yoni Draiblate won the highly competitive blind audition and will lead the cello section of the largest professional orchestra in Florida, under the…

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