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Must-See Events in 2025

With so many extraordinary and exciting concerts in 2025, it can be hard to know what to choose. We’ve come up with this selection of unforgettable concerts where you’ll feel the connection with Chief Conductor Simone Young and our musicians, with world-class guest artists, timeless masterpieces, and unmissable concert experiences that simply must be experienced live.

Want further inspiration? You can listen to some of our 2025 Season highlights on Spotify as you browse.

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World-leading Pianists

Hear some of the world's greatest pianists with the Sydney Symphony in 2025. With global superstar Lang Lang and award-winning pianist Stephen Hough performing some of the great piano concertos with the Sydney Symphony, these performances will be simply too good to miss.

Exquisite Strings

Experience the unparalleled beauty of the songs from string instruments in these mesmerising performances. Be transported into an enchanting realm of delicate harmonies and timeless elegance.

Storytelling Through Music

Immerse yourself in these performances where our Orchestra brings the drama to storytelling. Bringing to life your favourites like Hansel & Gretel, Romeo & Juliet, West Side Story and the stories of Pasifika ancestors.

World-Class Guest Artists

Be dazzled by these world-class soloists joining the Orchestra with their masterful artistry. These inspiring collaborations promise an evening of music like no other.

Sydney Symphony Presents

From great stars of the stage and screen to breathtaking live to film experiences, these Sydney Symphony Presents concerts reveal a new side to songs and films you love through the beautiful world of orchestral music.

World-leading Pianists in 2025

Hear some of the world's greatest pianists with the Sydney Symphony in 2025. With global superstar Lang Lang and award-winning pianist Stephen Hough performing some of the great piano concertos with the Sydney Symphony, these performances will be simply too good to miss.

16–18 May | Sydney Opera House

Passions flare and fates collide in this concert of palpable emotion, with Brahms’ fiery Piano Concerto No.1, performed by Sir Stephen Hough and the Sydney Symphony, paired with Prokofiev's intoxicating Romeo and Juliet.

4–7 June | Sydney Opera House

Sir Stephen Hough applies his considerable talents to Mendelssohn’s Piano Concerto No.1, together with Sir Donald Runnicles, in this concert that takes you deep into the heart of the Romantic era.

SOLD OUT | 18 June | Sydney Opera House

Dive into the swirling colour of Saint-Saëns with global sensation Lang Lang, and the Sydney Symphony performing some of the greatest Romantic pieces ever written.

Exquisite Strings

Experience the unparalleled beauty of the songs from string instruments in these mesmerising performances. Be transported into an enchanting realm of delicate harmonies and timeless elegance.

1–3 May | Sydney Opera House

From the power and passion of Tchaikovsky’s final symphony to Debussy’s dreamlike Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun and the Sydney premiere of Samuel Barber’s touching Cello Concerto, this concert will leave you glowing.

7–10 May | Sydney Opera House

Still only 23 years old, Swedish violinist Daniel Lozakovich has been captivating audiences worldwide for years – precisely why he was signed to Deutsche Grammophon at just 16. In his Australian debut, he performs Sibelius’ Violin Concerto.

22 May | City Recital Hall

String instruments are capable of so much, from lush, sweeping crescendos to urgent, driving rhythms. Experience the full expressive potential of these beloved instruments as the strings of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra take centre stage.

13 & 14 June | Sydney Opera House

Embark on an epic hero’s quest with Principal Guest Conductor Sir Donald Runnicles in this concert of myth and fantasy. Cinematic in scale, with an orchestra to match, you’ll be on the edge of your seat for the whole ride.

27 & 28 June | Sydney Opera House

Full of gorgeous strings, brilliant brass and the irrepressible energy of mid-century America, this concert brings together three iconic composers for one rollicking good time.

Storytelling Through Music

Immerse yourself in these performances where our Orchestra brings the drama to storytelling. Bringing to life your favourites like Hansel & Gretel, Romeo & Juliet, West Side Story and the stories of Pasifika ancestors.

20 & 21 June | Sydney Opera House

Be inspired by the spirit of the ocean in this joyous, uplifting concert that combines traditional and contemporary Pacific sounds and an 80-person choir with the power of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, live at the Sydney Opera House.

13 & 14 June | Sydney Opera House

Embark on an epic hero’s quest with Principal Guest Conductor Sir Donald Runnicles in this concert of myth and fantasy. Cinematic in scale, with an orchestra to match, you’ll be on the edge of your seat for the whole ride.

16–18 June | Sydney Opera House

Passions flare and fates collide in this concert of palpable emotion, with Brahms’ fiery Piano Concerto No.1, performed by Sir Stephen Hough and the Sydney Symphony, paired with Prokofiev's intoxicating Romeo and Juliet.

27 & 28 June | Sydney Opera House

Full of gorgeous strings, brilliant brass and the irrepressible energy of mid-century America, this concert brings together three iconic composers for one rollicking good time.

World-Class Guest Artists

Be dazzled by these world-class soloists joining the Orchestra with their masterful artistry. These inspiring collaborations promise an evening of music like no other.

1–3 May | Sydney Opera House

From the power and passion of Tchaikovsky’s final symphony to Debussy’s dreamlike Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun and the Sydney premiere of Samuel Barber’s touching Cello Concerto, this concert will leave you glowing.

7–10 May | Sydney Opera House

Still only 23 years old, Swedish violinist Daniel Lozakovich has been captivating audiences worldwide for years – precisely why he was signed to Deutsche Grammophon at just 16. In his Australian debut, he performs Sibelius’ Violin Concerto.

4–7 June | Sydney Opera House

Sir Stephen Hough applies his considerable talents to Mendelssohn’s Piano Concerto No.1, together with Sir Donald Runnicles, in this concert that takes you deep into the heart of the Romantic era.

20 & 21 June | Sydney Opera House

Be inspired by the spirit of the ocean in this joyous, uplifting concert that combines traditional and contemporary Pacific sounds and an 80-person choir with the power of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, live at the Sydney Opera House.

Sydney Symphony Presents

From great stars of the stage and screen to breathtaking live to film experiences, these Sydney Symphony Presents concerts reveal a new side to songs and films you love through the beautiful world of orchestral music.

16–19 July | Sydney Opera House Concert Hall

Experience this groundbreaking family favourite like never before, as we celebrate its 30th anniversary by travelling to infinity…and beyond!

NEW DATE ADDED | 14–17 August | Sydney Opera House Concert Hall

Experience the iconic adventure that launched the legendary Star Wars franchise, accompanied by the full Force of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra performing John Williams' Oscar®-winning score live to film.

25–27 September | Sydney Opera House Concert Hall

Experience the extraordinary music of Joe Hisaishi in a new concert event celebrating one of the world’s most beloved modern composers, performed live in concert by the Sydney Symphony.

16–18 October | Sydney Opera House Concert Hall

Join Lime Cordiale on this transformative emotional journey at the Sydney Opera House, together with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra.

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