Discovery Concerts Through the Years
For over 13 years Boulder Philharmonic’s Discovery Concerts have taken students in grades 3-6 on a journey to explore orchestral music in a fun and interactive format. Students have attended a 50-minute performance during the school day designed to engage, inspire and enrich their love for music. Our concert program and educational curriculum are crafted to support the learning objectives of the National Coalition for Core Standards and the Colorado State Standards.
Discovery Concert themes have explored a wide variety of topics: the connections between literacy, science, and music, the intersection between music and visual arts, and how our emotions can be expressed with music. Throughout the years we have developed a comprehensive program that supports teachers in the classroom by providing them with a curriculum guide, several lesson plans, and a Spotify Playlist of repertoire. In preparation for the concert, teachers and students can also enjoy a visit from a Boulder Phil conductor or one of our distinguished chamber ensembles. Every year we are proud to reach and connect with over 5,000 students and educators from across Boulder Country and beyond.
More Than a Concert.
Voices from Discovery.
"Deepening a personal connection with the conductor made it an unforgettable experience for the kids. Many parent chaperones called it one of their favorite field trips and live performances, and we are grateful for how engaging, accessible, and enjoyable the concert was for everyone."
— Mrs. Medrano, 3rd Grade Teacher, Boulder Valley School District
“I liked the orchestra concert. What I liked most was in the finale they played the Star Wars theme song and the conductor changed her baton for a light saber. They also played a song by Beethoven. Lastly, the conductor was Ms. Renee from the Meet the Maestro presentation. For that reason the field trip was amazing. I wish we could do it again.”
— Elizabeth, 3rd Grade Student
“I love the orchestra. I liked the place where they performed. It was so nice. I also liked the songs. And I loved the videos. I wish I can go again.”
— Matias, 3rd Grade Student