How To Order Tickets
You can purchase tickets to any of our concerts through the following methods:
By Phone
Gallo Center for the Arts Box Office
(209) 338-2100 or toll free at (877) 488-3380
Monday through Friday 10am - 6pm // Saturday Noon - 6pm
In Person
Gallo Center for the Arts Box Office
10th and I Street, Modesto
Monday through Friday 10am - 6pm // Saturday Noon - 6pm
Online
Tickets may be purchased at the Gallo Center for the Arts web site or by browsing our Concerts & Events page and clicking on the 'Select your Seats' link for the desired concert.
If orders are received less than one week prior to a concert, tickets will be held at Will Call.
Orders are filled on a date received basis.
Please allow two weeks for delivery of tickets.
Refunds may not be made after seats have been purchased.
Dates, programs and artists subject to change.
You can purchase tickets to any of our concerts through the following methods:
By Phone
Gallo Center for the Arts Box Office
(209) 338-2100 or toll free at (877) 488-3380
Monday through Friday 10am - 6pm // Saturday Noon - 6pm
In Person
Gallo Center for the Arts Box Office
10th and I Street, Modesto
Monday through Friday 10am - 6pm // Saturday Noon - 6pm
Online
Tickets may be purchased at the Gallo Center for the Arts web site or by browsing our Concerts & Events page and clicking on the 'Select your Seats' link for the desired concert.
If orders are received less than one week prior to a concert, tickets will be held at Will Call.
Orders are filled on a date received basis.
Please allow two weeks for delivery of tickets.
Refunds may not be made after seats have been purchased.
Dates, programs and artists subject to change.
Student Tickets: We offer $12 student tickets for most of our Classics Series. Student tickets can be purchased with a student ID at the Ticket Office at least two weeks prior to the concert date based on availability.
Ticket Exchanges: MSO Subscribers unable to attend on a particular date can exchange their tickets up to 24 hours in advance of the performance date being returned. If the new performance selection should have a higher ticket price, the patron will pay the additional sum of money. If the new performance selection has a lower ticket price, there will be no refund for the price difference.
Unable to Use Your Tickets? Please call the Gallo Center Ticket Office (209-338-2100) as far in advance as possible (up to one hour prior to the performance) to offer your tickets for resale. Their value is a tax-deductible contribution to the Modesto Symphony Orchestra.
It's my first time attending a concert at the Gallo Center...
We are so excited you’ve chosen to spend your time with us!
We welcome all to arrive early and enjoy a refreshment. The hall will open 30 minutes before curtain. The concert halls and lobbies are shared by all audience members. Please be mindful and courteous to others. To ensure the best experience for all patrons, please note that anyone creating a disturbance may be asked to leave the performance.
Restrooms are located by the elevators on all three floors.
Beverages are available for purchase on all three floors. Each floor also has free to use water dispensers by each restroom. Food and beverages are not permitted in the theaters, with the exception of bottled water and beverages served in the Gallo Center’s ‘Whirley’ cups.
Late Seating: Latecomers and patrons who leave the hall are asked to wait quietly until the first break in the program when an usher will assist them to their seats. Seating times are at the discretion of the Gallo Center for the Arts.
Phones and Watches: As a courtesy to others, please turn off or silence any phone or other electronic devices. Doctors expecting calls during performances should leave their names and seat locations with the Ticket Office. Patrons may view digital program books during breaks in the concert, but please be mindful of your screen brightness for those seated nearby.
Photography, Video, and Audio Recording: Photographs of the hall, including pictures for social media, can be taken when the performance is not in progress. However, audio recording, videography, and photography are prohibited during the performances.
Families and Younger Children: The Modesto Symphony encourages families to attend together and offer students tickets to help with cost. Please read below for student ticket information. Regardless of age, each person must have a ticket and be able sit in their own seat. Modesto Symphony Classics concerts are not recommended for children under the age of 8. We understand that young children may need to get up and move or talk during a concert. For those around you, we ask that you and your child step into the lobby to stretch your legs and view the concert from the televisions. An usher will help you return to your seat at an appropriate break in the music.
Patron Accessibility: The Gallo Center for the Arts is a disabled accessible performance venue. Wheel chair seating is available in both theaters. Portable wireless listening devices are available at no charge. Please inform the Ticket Office of any special needs when ordering tickets.
Coat Check is located on the first floor near the concessions.
Lost and Found can be reached through the Ticket Office at 209-338-2100.
Smoking is prohibited inside the building.
We are so excited you’ve chosen to spend your time with us!
We welcome all to arrive early and enjoy a refreshment. The hall will open 30 minutes before curtain. The concert halls and lobbies are shared by all audience members. Please be mindful and courteous to others. To ensure the best experience for all patrons, please note that anyone creating a disturbance may be asked to leave the performance.
Restrooms are located by the elevators on all three floors.
Beverages are available for purchase on all three floors. Each floor also has free to use water dispensers by each restroom. Food and beverages are not permitted in the theaters, with the exception of bottled water and beverages served in the Gallo Center’s ‘Whirley’ cups.
Late Seating: Latecomers and patrons who leave the hall are asked to wait quietly until the first break in the program when an usher will assist them to their seats. Seating times are at the discretion of the Gallo Center for the Arts.
Phones and Watches: As a courtesy to others, please turn off or silence any phone or other electronic devices. Doctors expecting calls during performances should leave their names and seat locations with the Ticket Office. Patrons may view digital program books during breaks in the concert, but please be mindful of your screen brightness for those seated nearby.
Photography, Video, and Audio Recording: Photographs of the hall, including pictures for social media, can be taken when the performance is not in progress. However, audio recording, videography, and photography are prohibited during the performances.
Families and Younger Children: The Modesto Symphony encourages families to attend together and offer students tickets to help with cost. Please read below for student ticket information. Regardless of age, each person must have a ticket and be able sit in their own seat. Modesto Symphony Classics concerts are not recommended for children under the age of 8. We understand that young children may need to get up and move or talk during a concert. For those around you, we ask that you and your child step into the lobby to stretch your legs and view the concert from the televisions. An usher will help you return to your seat at an appropriate break in the music.
Patron Accessibility: The Gallo Center for the Arts is a disabled accessible performance venue. Wheel chair seating is available in both theaters. Portable wireless listening devices are available at no charge. Please inform the Ticket Office of any special needs when ordering tickets.
Coat Check is located on the first floor near the concessions.
Lost and Found can be reached through the Ticket Office at 209-338-2100.
Smoking is prohibited inside the building.
How can I learn more about the concert program?
The MSO has gone green! All MSO program books are available digitally and are downloadable to be easily printed at home. Program Notes are available online prior to most Classics Series concerts and are available in the digital program book.
The MSO has gone green! All MSO program books are available digitally and are downloadable to be easily printed at home. Program Notes are available online prior to most Classics Series concerts and are available in the digital program book.
Are there discounted tickets?
For Picnic at the Pops! we offer a group discount of 20% for groups of 10 or more in General Lawn seating. For Holiday Candlelight and all MSO concerts at the Gallo Center for the Arts, we offer 15% off. Please call the Gallo Center Box Office at 209-338-2100 to place your order.
Student Tickets: We offer $12 student tickets for most of our Classics Series. Student tickets can be purchased with a student ID at the Ticket Office at least two weeks prior to the concert date based on availability.
For Picnic at the Pops! we offer a group discount of 20% for groups of 10 or more in General Lawn seating. For Holiday Candlelight and all MSO concerts at the Gallo Center for the Arts, we offer 15% off. Please call the Gallo Center Box Office at 209-338-2100 to place your order.
Student Tickets: We offer $15 student tickets for most of our Classics Series. Student tickets can be purchased with a student ID at the Ticket Office at least two weeks prior to the concert date based on availability.
Why should I join MSYO?
The MSYO provides young talented musicians with the unique opportunity and experience of playing in a full symphony orchestra ensemble with strings, winds, brass and percussion. This is a place where music students are surrounded by like-minded individuals from all over the region who enjoy making music together. Young musicians have the opportunity to work with experienced music educators, coaches and talented conductors.
The MSYO provides young talented musicians with the unique opportunity and experience of playing in a full symphony orchestra ensemble with strings, winds, brass and percussion. This is a place where music students are surrounded by like-minded individuals from all over the region who enjoy making music together. Young musicians have the opportunity to work with experienced music educators, coaches and talented conductors.
What instruments do you accept into MSYO?
Auditions are open to all traditional orchestra instruments in the sections of Strings, Woodwinds, Brass and Percussion. This includes flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, French horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, all percussion, violin, viola, cello, and string bass.
Auditions are open to all traditional orchestra instruments in the sections of Strings, Woodwinds, Brass and Percussion. This includes flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, French horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, all percussion, violin, viola, cello, and string bass.
Auditions for instruments that are only occasionally used in symphony orchestra repertoire, such as saxophone, harp, piano and English horn, may be accepted at the discretion of the Music Director.
Do I need to have experience with my instrument or playing in a large ensemble?
The MSYO does not currently offer an ensemble for those just starting on a instrument. We recommend students take lessons with a private instructor for a minimum of 1 year or be in their music school program for 2-3 years before considering joining MSYO. Ensemble experience is recommended but not required.
The MSYO does not currently offer an ensemble for those just starting on a instrument. We recommend students take lessons with a private instructor for a minimum of 1 year or be in their music school program for 2-3 years before considering joining MSYO. Ensemble experience is recommended but not required.
When are MSYO new season auditions?
MSYO auditions are held in May prior to the start of the following new concert season. The best time to send your application is in early spring. For more audition information, current audition dates, or to register for an audition visit the MSYO audition page or contact us by email. August audition dates are added only as needed to fill available seats at the discretion of the Music Director.
MSYO auditions are held in May prior to the start of the following new concert season. The best time to send your application is in early spring. For more audition information, current audition dates, or to register for an audition visit the MSYO audition page or contact us by email. August audition dates are added only as needed to fill available seats at the discretion of the Music Director.
What is the difference between the Symphony and the Concert orchestra, and how are students placed?
The MSYO’s two ensembles are arranged by student’s age and experience. The Concert orchestra is a preparatory group that works on building a musical foundation through classical pieces that are arranged for younger musicians. The Symphony Orchestra is a more advanced group that focuses on performing original classical repertoire at a professional level.
Concert Orchestra (grades 5-9) Intermediate Level.
Symphony Orchestra (grades 9-12) Advanced Level.
I just found out about the program. Do I need to wait until May to apply for an audition?
After the May auditions, additional auditions may be scheduled throughout the MSYO season at the discretion of the Music Director. Mid-season auditions will only be for open seats. Please see the MSYO audition page for an updated list of openings.
After the May auditions, additional auditions may be scheduled throughout the MSYO season at the discretion of the Music Director. Mid-season auditions will only be for open seats. Please see the MSYO audition page for an updated list of openings.
Do students move from Concert Orchestra to Symphony Orchestra when they enter high school?
Movement from Concert Orchestra to Symphony Orchestra is based on the results of the audition held each spring. Students must demonstrate a high level of technical expertise in this audition and students in 9th and 10th grade may be asked to continue another year in Concert Orchestra. It is not unusual for a student to audition multiple times before acceptance and you are encouraged to ask for feedback from your audition to understand the areas in which you need to work.
Movement from Concert Orchestra to Symphony Orchestra is based on the results of the audition held each spring. Students must demonstrate a high level of technical expertise in this audition and students in 9th and 10th grade may be asked to continue another year in Concert Orchestra. It is not unusual for a student to audition multiple times before acceptance and you are encouraged to ask for feedback from your audition to understand the areas in which you need to work.
What are the requirements for membership?
MSYO is a season-long commitment. Consistent attendance and preparation at rehearsals is essential to performance quality, educational value, morale of the ensemble, and retention of membership. Please see the member handbook for more detailed information on MSYO requirements.
MSYO is a season-long commitment. Consistent attendance and preparation at rehearsals is essential to performance quality, educational value, morale of the ensemble, and retention of membership. Please see the member handbook for more detailed information on MSYO requirements.
How much time is required to be a part of MSYO?
MSYO requires 2 hours of rehearsal weekly, plus the retreats, concerts, and dress rehearsals throughout the season. In addition, students are expected to practice their music outside of the rehearsal between three to six hours a week depending on what is needed to prepare passages for performance.
MSYO requires 2 hours of rehearsal weekly, plus the workshops, concerts, and dress rehearsals throughout the season. In addition, students are expected to practice their music outside of the rehearsal between three to six hours a week depending on what is needed to prepare passages for performance.
Can I participate in sports and an MSYO ensemble?
Sports and MSYO do not have to be mutually exclusive. If games and practices conflict with MSYO rehearsals, you’ll have to talk to your conductor ahead of time about whether it is possible to contribute adequately to both groups. Most sports only conflict with part of the MSYO season, so it is possible to participate in some, but not all, of the concerts throughout the year.
Sports and MSYO do not have to be mutually exclusive. If games and practices conflict with MSYO rehearsals, you’ll have to talk to your conductor ahead of time about whether it is possible to contribute adequately to both groups. Most sports only conflict with part of the MSYO season, so it is possible to participate in some, but not all, of the concerts throughout the year.
Will MSYO conflict with my school programs?
We understand that MSYO members, who are often leaders in their school music programs, are urged to participate and meet all the responsibilities of rehearsing and performing in those programs. The MSYO makes every effort to avoid conflicts with District and All State Festivals, SAT’s, etc.
We understand that MSYO members, who are often leaders in their school music programs, are urged to participate and meet all the responsibilities of rehearsing and performing in those programs. The MSYO makes every effort to avoid conflicts with District and All State Festivals, SAT’s, etc.
Do I need to be enrolled in a school music program?
MSYO programs are designed to complement members’ personal music development – not be a substitute for other means of instruction. The MSYO strongly suggests that all members contribute their talents to their appropriate school instrumental program, where available. This supports our school music curriculum and helps to provide strong leadership and musical role models in the school environment. We believe in the value of music education in collaboration with our community.
MSYO programs are designed to complement members’ personal music development – not be a substitute for other means of instruction. The MSYO strongly suggests that all members contribute their talents to their appropriate school instrumental program, where available. This supports our school music curriculum and helps to provide strong leadership and musical role models in the school environment. We believe in the value of music education in collaboration with our community.
Do I need to take private lessons to participate in MSYO?
We strongly encourage students to take weekly private lessons to develop their individual technique and musicality to the highest level possible. The value of individualized instruction on one’s instrument is unmeasurable. A list of private instructors is available upon request. It is in the students’ best interest to study with a professional who has credentials and experience with the particular instrument.
We strongly encourage students to take weekly private lessons to develop their individual technique and musicality to the highest level possible. The value of individualized instruction on one’s instrument is unmeasurable. A list of private instructors is available upon request. It is in the students’ best interest to study with a professional who has credentials and experience with the particular instrument.
How much is MSYO tuition?
MSYO tuition is $440 per season when paid in a lump sum at the beginning of the year or $480 per season if paid via a payment plan. MSYO families with more than one child participating in any given year will receive a 20% sibling discount after the first full tuition. Please note that it is the family’s responsibility to keep all active MSYO members’ tuition accounts in good standing. The MSYO reserves the right to not allow participation in concerts if a member has an outstanding tuition balance and there are no prior arrangements made with the Finance Department.
MSYO tuition is $440 per season when paid in a lump sum at the beginning of the year or $480 per season if paid via a payment plan. MSYO families with more than one child participating in any given year will receive a 20% sibling discount after the first full tuition. Please note that it is the family’s responsibility to keep all active MSYO members’ tuition accounts in good standing. The MSYO reserves the right to not allow participation in concerts if a member has an outstanding tuition balance and there are no prior arrangements made with the Finance Department.
Is there financial assistance?
The Modesto Symphony Orchestra believes that everyone should have access to music education and we strive to make our programs available to all students, regardless of their financial background. Need-based financial assistance is available to help MSYO members cover the cost of tuition.
The Modesto Symphony Orchestra believes that everyone should have access to music education and we strive to make our programs available to all students, regardless of their financial background. Need-based financial assistance is available to help MSYO members cover the cost of tuition.
How old do you have to be to participate in MSYO?
Most MSYO members are grades 5 through 12. However, auditions are open to any musician through the age of 19. The MSYO will not accept members who are younger than 5th grade.
Most MSYO members are grades 5 through 12. However, auditions are open to any musician through the age of 19. The MSYO will not accept members who are younger than 5th grade.