Led by Music Director Marcelo Lehninger, Principal Pops Conductor Bob Bernhardt, the Grand Rapids Symphony presents performances designed to capture the imagination of young children and adults alike, featuring a wide range of music and performance styles.
The Grand Rapids Symphony presents more than 400 performances each year, touching the lives of some 200,000. Nearly half of those who benefit are students, senior citizens and people with disabilities reached through extensive education and community service programs.
The Symphony’s Affiliated Organizations include the Grand Rapids Bach Festival, Grand Rapids Symphony Chorus, Grand Rapids Youth Symphony and Classical Orchestra, and Grand Rapids Youth Choruses. The Symphony also provides the orchestra for Opera Grand Rapids and the Grand Rapids Ballet Company.
