Experience and Listen to the Concert
Music expresses a full range of human emotion and has a way of reaching all of us. You’ll likely recognize some of the music. We perform many types of music, not just classical: jazz, opera, show tunes, and international styles. You might recognize melodies from movies, television and advertising.
The music at our concerts can be enjoyed without learning more in advance. If you do want to learn more, here are some ways:
Stay after the show for a post-concert talk with our Music Director candidate
Program notes, available free at the concert
Concert pages on our website
By following us on Facebook
By following us on Instagram
Tickets can be purchased online, by calling our office 509-529-8020 or by visiting us at 13 ½ East Main Street, Suite #201, Walla Walla, WA. Tickets can also be purchased at the door, beginning one hour before performance time (subject to availability).
How to Make the Most of Your Experience
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?
Please dress comfortably—we want you to enjoy the music! When you attend a concert, you’ll see all styles of clothing, from formal attire to jeans. Some people enjoy dressing up and making it a festive night, and others dress more casually.
WHEN SHOULD I ARRIVE? WHAT IF I’M LATE? WHAT IF I NEED TO LEAVE EARLY?
Try to arrive 15 minutes before the start of the concert, adding extra time to allow for parking. For regular symphony concerts (not special events), there is a pre-concert talk that starts shortly after the doors open (usually 6:00pm) and lasts for 20-30 minutes. If you are late for the concert, ushers will guide you to your seat at a break in the music. If you wish to leave before the end of the concert, please do so between musical pieces in order not to disturb others.
WHEN SHOULD I CLAP?
We welcome your enthusiastic reaction to our performances! The usual custom is to wait until the entire piece is over before clapping, but sometimes it’s difficult to tell. Many pieces of classical music have multiple movements, each movement separated from the next by a pause. If you are unsure, you can wait until other audience members begin applauding.
HOW LONG IS A CONCERT?
Most concerts are about 2 hours, including a 20 minute intermission. Some concerts, including the Family Concert, last about one hour with no intermission.
CAN I BRING MY KIDS AND GRANDKIDS?
We encourage people of all ages to attend the Symphony as sharing music with the community is our primary goal. A ticket is required for children ages 3 and older, but for all kids under 18 tickets cost as low as $10 for standard Symphony concerts. The Walla Walla Symphony also presents an annual Free Family Concert designed especially for families and young children.
CAN I USE MY CELL PHONE? CAN I TAKE PICTURES OR VIDEO OR RECORD THE CONCERT?
Please silence cell phones and alarms before the performance begins out of consideration for the performers and fellow attendees. We ask that you not text, take pictures, or make video or audio recordings in the concert hall. We encourage you to be present and enjoy the music!
WHAT CAN I DO BEFORE/AFTER THE CONCERT?
Cordiner Hall is close to downtown Walla Walla where there are restaurants, tasting rooms and retail stores. There is also another dining option—Cleveland Commons on the Whitman College campus.
Downtown Walla Walla
CAN I BUY FOOD OR DRINK AT THE PERFORMANCE?
Sweet treats and wine are available for purchase before the concert and during intermission, with proceeds directly benefiting the Symphony.
