My Very First Symphony

Experience the wonder of your first symphony with “My Very First Symphony,” a one‑hour concert film brought to life by the talented performers of Symphony San Jose and narrated by Monique Hafen Adams. Designed for families with toddlers, preschoolers, and young children, the program invites young listeners on an engaging, playful tour of the orchestra through Benjamin Britten’s timeless masterpiece, *The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra* (Op. 34). Composed in 1946 to accompany an educational film for the British government—and later featured in the Oscar‑nominated *Moonrise Kingdom*—Britten’s work showcases how each instrument’s personality, along with its “family” of instruments, contributes to a vibrant symphonic tapestry. This film turns classical music into a portal of imagination, emotion, and discovery, using live orchestral performances to captivate children with colorful sounds, dynamic storytelling, and the real‑time magic of musicians working together. An early, enriching experience, it sparks curiosity, builds listening skills, and creates lasting memories that inspire a lifelong love of music and the arts. Discover details and purchase tickets to bring the enchanting power of an orchestra into your home today.