Middle & High School

Linda & Shearn Platt Open Rehearsals

The Linda & Shearn Platt Open Rehearsals are designed specifically for Middle and High School music programs. Open Rehearsals support music educators in their learning goals, encourage instrumental music in schools, and provide a direct connection between student musicians and professional musicians.

During a Linda & Shearn Platt Open Rehearsal for schools you can expect:

• A welcome from a San Diego Symphony staff member
• Seating for your entire class / school group
• An announcement from the stage welcoming your school and students

Note: If you are looking for programming for your elementary school students, please visit our Elementary School page for detailed information on programs that are appropriate for that age group. Due to the nature of these rehearsals, we recommend this program for students in grades 6 – 12.

OPEN REHEARSAL REGISTRATION

Please note the following:

• We ask that groups arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the rehearsal.
• Rehearsals will include a 20-minute break beginning approximately 60-90 minutes from the start of the rehearsal
• This is a working rehearsal, so we ask that students remain quiet throughout and hold all applause until the break or end of the rehearsal.

For rehearsals at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park:

• A rehearsal may be cancelled day-of if there is inclement weather.
• On very sunny days it is possible that the shade screen will be up in the morning. This is to protect the musicians' eyes. The shade screen will not affect sound but will block some views of the stage.
• Groups are more than welcome to bring food and drink, and there are filtered water fountains available in Jacobs Park.
• Photography is allowed, but visual and audio recording is prohibited.

For rehearsals at Jacobs Music Center:

• Please submit an Open Rehearsal Registration form to share your school’s interest in attending a San Diego Symphony Open Rehearsal at Jacobs Music Center. Our team will reach out to you as an opportunity to attend becomes available.
• Photography and visual/audio recording are prohibited inside the concert hall.

 

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OPEN REHEARSALS AT THE RADY SHELL AT JACOBS PARK
(222 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA 92101):

December 2025
Friday, December 12, 2025 | 10am – 1pm The Holiday in Concert
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 | 10am – 12noon Noel Noel at The Rady Shell

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OPEN REHEARSALS AT JACOBS MUSIC CENTER
(1245 Seventh Ave., San Diego, CA 92101)

Please submit an Open Rehearsal Registration form to share your school’s interest in attending a San Diego Symphony Open Rehearsal at Jacobs Music Center. Our team will reach out to you to confirm availability for your preferred Open Rehearsal date.

2025 – 2026 Open Rehearsals at Jacobs Music Center
Friday, October 3, 2025 | 10:00am – 12:00pm French Fairytales: Ravel and Debussy
Friday, November 14, 2025 | 10:00am – 12:30pm Tales of Enchantment: Hadelich Plays Sibelius
Friday, January 23, 2026 | 10:00am – 12:30pm Tragedy and Triumph: Shostakovich Symphony No. 8
February 27, 2026 | 10:00am – 12:30pm Brahms Festival: A German Requiem
Friday, April 24, 2026 | 10:00am – 12:30pm A Feast of Beethoven
Friday, May 15, 2026 | 10:00am – 12:30pm Folk Auras: Thayer Plays Berg Violin Concerto
Thursday, May 21, 2026 | 10:00am – 12:00pm Also sprach Zarathustra & Bluebeard's Castle