Symphony for Kids offers a fun-filled music experience designed specifically for children. Each concert features music that will appeal to young ears, presented in a convenient one-hour format with no intermission. Arrive early to enjoy free crafts and activities in the lobby and purchase some fresh popcorn to enjoy during the performance!
Symphony for Kids: The Composer is Dead
There’s a mystery to solve at the symphony! On Sunday, November 1, 2026, families can join the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra for The Composer is Dead, a quirky musical whodunit based on the acclaimed children’s book by Lemony Snicket, with music by Nathaniel Stookey. When the Composer turns up dead, every instrument in the orchestra becomes a suspect, and it’s up to the Inspector to investigate.
Follow along as the Inspector questions each section of the orchestra in search of clues and the culprit. Along the way, young audiences will discover the unique sounds and roles of the different instruments in a playful introduction to the orchestra. Full of mystery, humour, and fantastic live music, The Composer is Dead is an entertaining way for kids to experience the excitement of the symphony.
The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra’s Symphony for Kids series is a fun way to introduce children to the sights, sounds, and excitement of live orchestral music. Book your tickets and bring the whole family to experience The Composer is Dead at the Winspear Centre.
Wondering what else is coming up? Mark your calendars and stay tuned for these concerts.
- The Firebird & Friends | Sunday, January 17, 2027
- Beethoven Lives Upstairs | Saturday, February 20, 2027
- Music from the Movies | Sunday, April 25, 2027
Edmonton Symphony Orchestra – The Composer is Dead:
Date: Sunday, November 1, 2026
Time: 2:30 PM
Venue: Winspear Centre
Address: 4 Sir Winston Churchill Square NW, Edmonton
Website: www.winspearcentre.com
