Pacific Symphony

Pacific Symphony, the resident orchestra of Segerstrom Center for the Arts for more than 15 years, is a leader in musical innovation and community connection. Since its founding in 1978, the Symphony has grown to become the largest orchestra formed in the U.S. in the last 50 years. Under Carl St.Clair’s remarkable 35-year tenure as Music Director, the Symphony has earned a reputation for excellence, presenting over 100 concerts annually and serving more than 300,000 individuals through performances and innovative programs.

Pacific Symphony’s education and community engagement initiatives are transformative, serving diverse audiences and fostering a deep appreciation for music. The arts-X-press program provides middle school students with an immersive summer camp experience, and Class Act brings musicians into elementary classrooms. Heartstrings, an initiative supporting under-resourced communities, offers free music lessons, instruments, and mentorship to empower young musicians.

Pacific Symphony also nurtures the next generation of musicians through its renowned youth ensembles, including the Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra, Youth Wind Ensemble, Santiago Strings, and Youth Concert Band. By combining artistic excellence with a commitment to education and accessibility, Pacific Symphony continues to enrich lives, foster new talent, and create meaningful connections throughout Southern California.