The SASKATOON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA is pleased to offer in-person and digital delivery of classroom performances and activities!
This year, our in-person show will be an updated version of the show “A Time Traveller’s Musical Journey” with performance dates in March 2026. See below for more information.
The digital delivery of our educational programming through ConcertStream.tv allows us to continue our goals to educate, inspire, and encourage people of all ages in the enjoyment of music. Students are given the opportunity to experience music in their classroom through a host of options. One of these programs features the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra performing a new take on Vivaldi’s iconic Four Seasons that explores Saskatchewan’s potential climate change by 2050. The $45 digital rental package includes classroom materials, curriculum connectors, lesson plans, and videos of both Vivaldi’s original and the new [Uncertain] Four Seasons!
Our educational programming for schools would not be possible if it weren’t for the support of SaskTel. Thanks to their support, nearly 20,000 students hear live professional classical music in their school!
Available Programs
The [uncertain] Four Seasons – what does Saskatchewan’s seasons sound like in the future?
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In 2021, the SSO took part in a global orchestral project for Act Now as part of the COP26 Conference in November 2021.
The [Uncertain] Four Seasons is an algorithmic re-composition of Vivaldi’s ‘The Four Seasons’. Developed by composers, musicians, climate and computer scientists using geospatial climate predictions for 2050.
Dip into the music you know and love and experience it changed to reflect our very own Saskatoon climate thirty years from now.
Teachers are able to purchase 3 month access to the SaskTel SSO in Schools package for a discounted rate of $45 – this can be shown to as many classrooms/students as you wish for 3 months.
The package includes access to the video of The [uncertain] Four Seasons, video access for Vivaldi’s original Four Seasons, and a classroom resource package (available in the [uncertain] Four Seasons video page).
A Time Traveller’s Musical Journey – Bring the SSO to your school in March 2026!
Join the Saskatoon Symphony Chamber Players on a journey through time as we explore music from more than a thousand years ago up to music written since 2000!
Meet the members of the woodwind quintet: flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and french horn;
As well as the family of string instruments: violin, viola, cello, and double bass.
In addition to learning about each instrument and how they work, we will also explore the history of the music that we play.
Price for schools: $275.00, plus GST+PST
Show Length: approx. 35 minutes
2026 Dates: March 9th, 11th, 13th, 16th, 18th, 20th (first come, first serve!)
Start Times: 9:30am or 10:55am
Contact Matthew to book a show at your school today!
Contact MatthewLittle Ludwig – Look back at Beethoven’s 250th Birthday with your class!
Little Ludwig follows the life and legacy of Ludwig as he overcomes challenges and becomes one of the most influential musicians ever.
Filmed at St. John’s Cathedral on the banks of the South Saskatchewan on Treaty 6 Territory, homeland of the Métis, in September 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Eric Paetkau, Music Director and Narrator
Story by Stephanie Unverricht
Illustrations by Peter Cowan
Signing by Jerri Lea Kardal
Classrooms are able to book their use of the video through a rental ($7.99), purchase ($24.99), or access through an SSO Streaming Subscription. The package additionally includes curriculum connections, Beethoven Birthday Celebration worksheets, and listening activities.
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Get the SSO into your classroom – today!
The SSO invites your class or group to take part in engaging and interactive programming tailored to you and your students!
- Organize a field trip to observe a rehearsal or concert and talk with the conductor and/or musicians (this could include a backstage tour!)
- Video chat/visit with an SSO musician
- Host a master class on a specific instrument with an SSO musician
- Come to us with your ideas!
Reach out to Matthew to see how the SSO can elevate your students’ music education!
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Images from SaskTel School Concert Tour at Brevoort Park School, April 2012. Photo: Trudy Janssens, Photography One 2 One
