My annual visit to Maine is always highlighted by the Christmas concert by the Portland Symphony. This is probably Robert Moody's last year in Portland but this performances never fail to frame the music of the season. The programs have been very innovative including Cirque...More

We attended the Classic Rock concert and it was a lot of rocking fun. All the lights, loud music and accomplished musicians presented a fantastic program. The singers, guitarists, drummer and pianist put us right at a memorable time. The guitarists who arranged all the...More

The Portland Symphony does a fantastic job in engaging kids with their mid day Sunday Discovery Concerts. Before the concert there is an opportunity for the kids to try out instruments at the instrument "petting zoo", or even give the baton a try in the...More

We signed up for the concert series this year and our expectations were more than met, not only is the Portland Symphony an excellent orchestra but the programs are also exciting. A big bonus going to this symphony (compared to Boston) is that there are...More

An unusual presentation by the Portland Symphony orchestra. The PSO joined forces with some local Portland musicians and singers. The symphony played the usual classical pieces and also accompanied, a soul band and a beautiful vocalist as they performed contemporary love songs. We had a...More

This was my third annual visit to The Magic of Christmas Concert of The Portland Symphony. I have also attended many other concerts throughout the year of The Portland Symphony and Guest Performers. In my opinion this years Magic of Christmas was not very good....More

We came to this year's 37th Magic of Christmas Concert in the Merrill Auditorium and it was wonderful It put us in the Christmas spirit. The orchestra is truly top notch with many that have played with the Portland group for over 20 years The...More

The Portland Symphony is excellent! We enjoyed the "Magic of Christmas" concert. It was diverse with groups from other cultures playing in the side entries and third tier of the auditorium. There were also leads from ballet and a contemporary soloist. The director and assistant...More

Thoroughly enjoyed the performance. As always, the sleigh ride piece was a highlight of the afternoon. We are already looking forward to celebrating Christmas season with the Portland Symphony Orchestra again next December!

The Magic of Christmas is a must see. You will not be disappointed. The performance was eclectic. This symphony is superb. I know musicians that play in the Symphony and they are top notch.