Student Tickets
The Cleveland Orchestra offers several opportunities for students to attend concerts at reduced prices. Many of these programs are subject to availablity, with options announced each week for that week's concerts.
Joining the Student Advantage Program also provides members with extra benefits, including free open rehearsals and opportunities to attend masterclasses given by guest artists.
Join The Student Advantage Program
Full-time college and high school students can sign up for the Student Advantage Program to receive emails featuring the latest updates on The Cleveland Orchestra, have access to special member-only events, and purchase tickets to hear the Orchestra at unbelievably low prices!
Student Advantage Benefits
Discount Tickets
Purchase advance tickets to Cleveland Orchestra performances at Severance Hall for as little as $10 until one hour before start time ($15 after that). Student tickets go on sale the Monday prior to performances and are subject to availability.
Additional Offers
As a member of the Student Advantage Program, you will periodically receive special offers for additional discounts by email.
Open Rehearsals
On selected dates, you have the rare opportunity to witness a concert in the making and learn from the rehearsal techniques of a world-class orchestra, free of charge. Upcoming open rehearsals:
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 6 AT 10 AM
Semyon Bychkov, conductor | Kirill Gerstein, piano
Works by Brahms, Ravel, and Rachmaninoff
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 27 AT 7:30 PM
Sir Andrew Davis, conductor | William Preucil, violin
Works by Haydn, Vaughan Williams, and Mozart
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20 AT 10 AM
Kurt Masur, conductor | David Fray, piano
Works by Mendelssohn, Beethoven, and Brahms
Student open rehearsals are free but tickets are required. Pick up your ticket at the Severance Hall Ticket Office in person with a student ID or Student Advantage card. Plan to arrive 15 minutes in advance as seating will take place only during appropriate breaks. Rehearsal repertoire is subject to change. Email any questions about open rehearsals to college@clevelandorchestra.com or call 216-231-7353.
Masterclasses
Led by world-renowned guest artists, masterclasses provide a fascinating window into the musicians’ learning experience. Student performers are selected in collaboration with area music faculty. All students may observe masterclasses free of charge. Masterclasses are held in Reinberger Chamber Hall unless otherwise noted. Upcoming masterclasses:
Piano: Kirill Gerstein, guest artist
Flute: Joshua Smith, Cleveland Orchestra Principal Flute
Please check back for additions to this schedule.
Group Sales
Consider bringing your alumni, donor, faculty, or student groups to hear The Cleveland Orchestra for a great social event and concert-going experience – at a discount!
Student groups of 20 or more save 50% off single ticket prices for most concerts. For reservations or for more information, call the Group Sales Department at 216-231-7463, or email groupsales@clevelandorchestra.com.
Join Now – Membership Is Free!
Download the Student Advantage Program membership form. Copies of the form are also available at the Severance Hall Ticket Office. Complete the form and return it along with a photocopy of a valid student ID to the Severance Hall Ticket Office.
Fax: 216-231-5311
Mail: Cleveland Orchestra Student Advantage Program
Severance Hall
11001 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44106
In Person: Visit the Severance Hall Ticket Office Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., through intermission on concert nights, and Sundays beginning 3 hours prior to concert time.
Members will receive a non-transferable “Student Advantage Program” membership card. Present this card, along with a valid student ID, at the time of purchase to receive your Student Advantage Program benefits.
Student Ticket Prices
- $10 for tickets purchased up to one hour before the concert.
- $15 for tickets purchased within one hour of the concert start time.
Limit of 2 student tickets per student ID, subject to availability. Please bring a valid student ID to purchase your tickets at this student price at the Severance Hall Ticket Office.
