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Pops! Lovers

Nothing puts the “pop” in popular music like the symphonic power of a world-class orchestra. Come rejoice in the music that so many memories are made of in a full season’s celebration of cherished hits. From Broadway to jazz standards, dance hall anthems, and decades of rock classics—you’ll revel in reliving the tunes that made the times. Many Pops performances showcase such attractions as star vocalists and dancers. All feature an unforgettable night of musical favorites. For the best seats and rates, become a PSO Subsciber for as low as $20 per concert. You’ll also enjoy the special subscriber benefits that cap a full season of these rousing musical events.

 

 

Rediscover and Relive the Musical Times of Your Life

Nothing puts the “pop” in popular music like the symphonic power of a world-class orchestra. Come rejoice in the music that so many memories are made of in a full season’s celebration of cherished hits. From Broadway to jazz standards, dance hall anthems, and decades of rock classics—you’ll revel in reliving the tunes that made the times. Many Pops performances showcase such attractions as star vocalists and dancers. All feature an unforgettable night of musical favorites. For the best seats and rates, become a PSO Subsciber for as low as $20 per concert. You’ll also enjoy the special subscriber benefits that cap a full season of these rousing musical events. 

Portland Pops performances are held Saturdays at 7:30 PM and Sundays at 2:30 pm in Merrill Auditorium.

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THE 102nd SEASON

In the 2026-27 season, we invite you on a journey that spans continents and centuries, exploring where we have come from, where we stand today, and where we are headed together.

EXPLORE THE SEASON TODAY

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Never been to a symphony before? Don’t worry, we’re here to help

Find the answers to all the questions about the orchestra you may be too afraid to ask!

Read our First Timer’s Guide

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Bring your class to a youth concert

Coming in 2026…The Portland Symphony Orchestra partners with Carnegie Hall to present Link Up: The Orchestra Moves! Link Up is a fully participatory, school-day concert program. Students will fill Merrill Auditorium to sing, play recorders, move, and listen along with the symphony from their seats. This program is designed for students in grades 3-6 but all are welcome and encouraged to participate!

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Keep the Smiles Shining

Support the PSO today and help us continue to bring world class music to patrons of all ages and to stages and classrooms across Maine.

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Meet the PSO’s Music Director

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