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!

We now offer two unique ways for you to perform for live audiences. We encourage all interested musicians to apply for both!

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 Melissa Di Natale at education@winspearcentre.com or by calling 780-401-2531.

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.
 

Musicians in the Making at the Edmonton International Airport
For the first time ever, the ESO and the EIA have teamed up to give budding artists the opportunity to perform at the International Airport for guests entering and exiting Edmonton. With an estimated 10 million people walking through the airport’s doors this year, musicians can showcase their talent for a wide variety of audiences and leave a tremendous first impression.

Musicians have a three-hour time slot in which they can perform and sell CDs. For example, many musicians choose to perform for 30 minutes, break for 15 minutes to sell CDs, and then repeat the process.

The dates/times of performances are open and flexible to your availability; however, many musicians find 3 - 6 pm and 6 - 9 pm ideal time slots. You’re welcome to perform multiple days. Upon applying, you will receive more information.

Click here to apply online, or for more info contact Melissa Di Natale at education@winspearcentre.com or by calling 780-401-2531.

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. The 2010/11 young composer was Andrew Reid, and his piece premiered on September 5, 2011 at Symphony Under the Sky.

Click here to learn more about Andrew Reid.

Click here to apply to be the 2011/12 Young Composer.