Welcome to the Poway Symphony Orchestra
For more than 20 years, the Poway Symphony Orchestra has brought the joy and power of live symphonic music to audiences throughout San Diego’s North County Inland region. Founded in 2004, our 65-member semi-professional orchestra presents three inspiring concerts each season at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts.
Under the leadership of Conductor and Music Director John LoPiccolo, our talented musicians—drawn from both the community and the professional music world—perform a wide range of classical masterworks and audience favorites with the artistry and excellence our patrons have come to expect.
The Poway Symphony Orchestra is proud to enrich the cultural life of our community through exceptional performances, educational outreach, and a shared love of music. We invite you to learn more about our history and the people who make our orchestra special.
The Poway Symphony Orchestra Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 2015, supports the orchestra’s mission of bringing high-quality symphonic music and music education to our community.
Whether you are a longtime supporter or attending your first concert, we look forward to welcoming you next season. Join us for an unforgettable musical experience!
2026-2027
Concert Season
November 15, 2026
Holiday Celebration with The Romeros
Celebrate the holiday season with the Poway Symphony Orchestra and the legendary Romeros guitar quartet. Highlighting this festive concert is the Romeros performing Torroba's Concierto Ibérico for four guitars and orchestra. The program also includes Chabrier's exuberant España and Tchaikovsky's beloved holiday favorite, the Nutcracker Suite. Experience Spanish passion, holiday tradition and musical magic!
March 21, 2027
Northern Lights:
Jon Kimura Parker performs
Grieg's Piano Concerto
Celebrate the beauty of the Romantic era with two of classical music's most beloved masterpieces. World-renowned pianist Jon Kimura Parker joins the orchestra for Grieg's magnificent Piano Concerto, celebrated for its soaring Nordic melodies. The program also includes Tchaikovsky's monumental Symphony No. 4, one of the most exhilarating works in the orchestral repertoire.
May 30, 2027
Immortal Beethoven:
A Tribute to 200 Years of Genius
The Poway Symphony Orchestra honors the 200th anniversary of Beethoven's death with an all-Beethoven program. It’s a celebration of the enduring genius of a composer whose immortal music continues to inspire audiences. Internationally acclaimed violinist Etienne Gara performs the sublime Violin Concerto in D Major, alongside the dramatic Leonore Overture No. 3 and the brilliant Symphony No. 7.
Our Conductor and Music Director
John LoPiccolo returns for his 12th season as Conductor and Music Director of the Poway Symphony Orchestra, where his leadership and artistic vision have elevated the Orchestra to new heights.
The Musicians
The PSO consists of community members, high school and college students, music educators, and professional musicians.
Musicians should be able to play medium to advanced level of symphonic repertoire.
World-Renowned Guest Artists
YuEun Gemma Kim
Misha Dichter
Eugene Drucker
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