Celebrate the holidays with one of Tukwila’s most beloved traditions. Rainier Symphony returns with its festive holiday concert showcasing more than 70 talented community musicians and special guest performances by the Foster High School Concert Choir.
Founded in 1981, Rainier Symphony blends the artistry of skilled students, passionate amateurs, and acclaimed professionals. Their annual holiday performance brings cherished classics, sparkling orchestral showpieces, and heartwarming seasonal favorites to life.
Saturday, December 13 – 6:30 pm
Sunday, December 14 – 3:00 pm
Settle in for an evening of winter magic featuring:
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Johann Strauss Jr.’s thunderous Unter Donner und Blitz
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Eric Whitacre’s luminous Lux Aurumque
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Timeless favorites like Winter Wonderland and Sleigh Ride
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Enchanting selections from Hansel and Gretel
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A whimsical narration of ’Twas the Night Before Christmas from Tukwila Mayor McLeod himself!
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Music from The Polar Express and festive carol sequences
Whether you’re a longtime symphony-goer or looking for a new way to celebrate the season, this concert promises joy, nostalgia, and a touch of holiday cheer for the whole family.
Experience an unforgettable evening of timeless music as Rainier Symphony opens its concert season with a program that spans centuries and styles.
The Classics Concert will feature Beethoven’s powerful Overture to Egmont, Florence Price’s heartfelt Adoration, and Bartók’s lively Romanian Folk Dances. Audiences will also be treated to Debussy’s beloved Clair de lune in a lush orchestral arrangement by André Caplet, followed by Mendelssohn’s radiant Symphony No. 4, known as the “Italian Symphony” for its sunlit energy and spirit.
Tickets are $25. Discount tickets are available for students and seniors 62+. Children 12 and under are free.
📅 Dates & Times
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Saturday, October 4 at 6:30 PM
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Sunday, October 5 at 3:00 PM
Join Rainier Symphony for a weekend of masterworks that celebrate the beauty and breadth of classical music.
Ring in spring with Rainier Symphony’s “The Human Spirit” concert featuring some of our favorite classics. Rainier Symphony, a 70+ member community orchestra founded in 1981, brings together local talent—ranging from passionate students to internationally-renowned professionals—all united by their love for music.
Program highlights include the following pieces:
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- Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov: Suite from Mlada
- Samuel Coleridge-Taylor: Idyll for Orchestra
- Sergei Prokofiev: Symphony No. 5
The concert will be hosted at Foster Performing Arts Center on the following dates:
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- Saturday, April 12 at 7:30pm
- Sunday, April 13 at 3:00pm
Tickets are available here. Discounts are available for students and seniors. Children under 12 are free. Rainier Symphony also offers season tickets where you can get tickets to all six concerts for the price of 5.
Music Director: Jeffery Lund
From the soaring themes of Jurassic Park to the epic sounds of Star Wars, some of the most iconic film scores are coming to life at Rainier Symphony’s Symphonic Pops concert! Don’t miss this electrifying performance featuring music from legendary composers like John Williams, Hans Zimmer, and Danny Elfman.
Program highlights include:
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- John Williams arr. Custer: Highlights from Jurassic Park
- Hans Zimmer, arr. Wasson: Music from Gladiator
- Danny Elfman, arr. Wasson: Spiderman
- John Williams: Star Wars Suite
The concert will be hosted at Foster Performing Arts Center on the following dates:
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- Saturday, May 31 at 7:30pm
- Sunday, June 1 at 3:00pm
Rainier Symphony, a 70+ member community orchestra founded in 1981, brings together local talent—ranging from passionate students to internationally-renowned professionals—all united by their love for music.
Tickets are available here. Discounts are available for students and seniors. Children under 12 are free. Rainier Symphony also offers season tickets where you can get tickets to all six concerts for the price of 5.
Music Director: Jeffery Lund
Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit with a joyous concert by Tukwila’s own Rainier Symphony! Featuring holiday classics and carols, this concert will be perfect for all ages. Rainier Symphony, a 70+ member community orchestra founded in 1981, brings together local talent—ranging from passionate students to internationally-renowned professionals—all united by their love for music.
The Holiday Concert will be hosted at Foster Performing Arts Center on the following dates:
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- Saturday, December 14 at 7:30pm
- Sunday, December 15 at 3:00pm
Tickets are available here. Discounts are available for students and seniors. Children under 12 are free.
Cost $22
Music Director: Jeffery Lund
Rainier Symphony is back with another evening of classical music to ring in the fall season, bringing to life beloved pieces by Schumann, Strauss, and Elgar. Performances will be held at Foster Performing Arts Center on Saturday, November 16 at 7:30pm and Sunday, November 17 at 3pm.
Program Highlights:
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- Schumann – Manfred Overture
- Strauss – Song Cycles featuring vocals from soprano Allison Pohl
- Elgar – Cello Concerto with Alistair MacRae on cello
Tickets are available now—don’t miss this chance to enjoy the classics right here in Tukwila! Tickets start at $22 with discounts available for students and seniors. Special offers available for season tickets to enjoy Rainier Symphony performances all year long. Visit their website to learn more and purchase tickets.
The holidays are a time to come together and rejoice as a community.
One of our favorite ways to celebrate is with the Rainier Symphony – a distinguished, 70-member orchestra that has provided joy in the form of music for over four decades.
Their annual Holiday Concert is fast approaching, so be sure to mark your calendar and show up for a night filled with traditional favorites and carols, including Christmas Festival, Troika, and a variety of pieces from The Nutcracker.
Get your tickets to the event here.
Rainier Symphony invites you to a special Musician’s Choice Concert on June 3rd and 4th.
Originally founded in 1981, this 70-member community orchestra is composed of musicians from around the Tukwila region and has been a staple in the Seattle music scene.
Hear favorites from resident musicians like Flight of the Bumblebee, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Appalachian Spring: Suite!
Saturday, June 3 at 7:30pm
Sunday, June 4 at 3pm
Grab your tickets here.
Round out your October with the Rainier Symphony as they kick off their 42nd season with a twang! Grab your boots and don your stetson, this concert series is heading west. Kick back and enjoy a night of classics like The Cowboys Overture and Billy the Kid Suite. Can’t make it the first night? No worries! This is an all weekend affair with shows on both Saturday and Sunday.
Where: Foster Performing Arts Center
When:
Oct. 22nd at 7:30pm
Oct. 23rd at 3:00pm
Price:
$20 GA
$14 Students & Seniors 62+
FREE for children 12 and under
