2026 SUMMER STUDENT SIDE-BY-SIDE – Now accepting applications
Students entering grades 8-12 are invited to audition for our annual Side-by-Side program. Rehearse and perform professional-level pops and classical repertoire with members of the Pittsburgh Philharmonic.
Audition date: May 16, 2026
Application deadline: May 10, 2026
For details including audition requirements, rehearsal dates, and to download an application, please visit our Side-by-Side page.
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALBERT DONG
Albert Dong is the 2025 winner of the Lorraine C Lippert Young Artist Concerto competition. To learn more about Albert, the competition, and past winners, please visit our Young Artist Competition page.
The Pittsburgh Philharmonic is pleased to announce its
2026 Young Composer Contest
Free to enter. Application deadline is 8 March 2026. Click HERE for eligibility, rules, and applications.
We Have A New Music Director!
Dr. Jeffrey Klefstad accepted the position of Music Director for the Pittsburgh Philharmonic. We are pleased and excited to be working with him! Read his bio here.