EAST BAY PERFORMING ARTS

Established in 1958, the 110-member Oakland Symphony Chorus is recognized as one of the East Bay’s finest choirs and a premier resource for continuing education in the choral arts. The Oakland Symphony Chorus enriches our community through high-quality musical performances and educational workshops that raise appreciation and understanding of choral music while providing opportunities for people who love to sing.

Symphonic music is a vital and evolving art form. The Symphony offers a wide range of symphonic music, not limited to the traditional classic repertoire, in order to reach a broad and diverse audience. We contribute to the future of symphonic music by commissioning and performing new works by diverse living American composers.

A leader in music education, Oakland Symphony has developed a comprehensive instrumental music program that serves over 1,600 students at 21 Oakland public schools. School visits by Michael Morgan and Symphony musicians bring music to institutions where there is little or no instrumental music education. Oakland Symphony’s programs serve a student population that is primarily African American, Asian and Latino, in some of the city’s most economically challenged neighborhoods.

Hall Pass provides free access to the full concert experience for eligible community members facing financial challenges. Symphony Hall Pass holders can receive up to four (4) FREE tickets to all Oakland Symphony performances.

Hall Pass is available to members of our community receiving financial assistance from the State of California, as well as Active, Guard, and Reserve Military Households. Eligibility is determined by the Department of Health and Human Services and by our partner organizations specializing in providing no-cost or low-cost services to individuals and families receiving state assistance.

All ticketed concerts at the Paramount Theatre are available through Hall Pass, including all six season concerts and our holiday event, Let Us Break Bread Together.

How Do I Get My Hall Pass?
Individuals receiving any form of public assistance through the Alameda County Social Services agency should email Sylvia Soublet at [email protected].

Active, Guard, and Reserve Military Households should email [email protected].

Hall Pass cards are also available from a number of our partner organizations. Click HERE to see a list of current Hall Pass Partner Agencies and Organizations. In order to receive a Hall Pass from a partner organization, you must be affiliated with the organization. If you are not affiliated with a listed partner, contact Sylvia Soublet as listed above.