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Grieg’s Piano Concerto

May 8-10, 2026

Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony

May 15-17, 2026

Ben Rector with the Kansas City Symphony

Experience pop songs reimagined with orchestra.

On Stage with Gil Shaham

May 28, 2026

Gil Shaham Plays Brahms

May 29-31, 2026

On Stage with Yefim Bronfman

June 4, 2026

Steve Hackman Conducts His “Taylor Swift: The Symphony Era”

June 11-12, 2026

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Experience

What to Expect at the Symphony

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What to Expect at the Symphony

Expect to enjoy yourself! There’s no need to study, but we do have notes, podcasts and playlists and more for your enjoyment.

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Community

Learning Through Orchestral Music

Community

Learning Through Orchestral Music

From programming in Helzberg Hall to community outreach, we have programs for people throughout the community to experience hands-on access to the symphonic music.

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Spotlight | One Year Position

Keith Wymer

Spotlight | One Year Position

Keith Wymer

Keith Wymer joins the Kansas City Symphony for the 2023-2024 season. This marks his sixth season with the orchestra, having previously served from 2013-2017 and 2021-2022.

Originally from Portland, Oregon, Keith maintains a diverse career performing in both Kansas City and the Pacific Northwest. In addition to his duties with the KC Symphony, he also serves as Principal Bass of the Eugene Symphony. Other appearances have included the Britt Music Festival, New World Symphony, Aspen Music Festival, National Repertory Orchestra, National Orchestral Institute, and various orchestras across the Midwest. An enthusiastic teacher, he has previously served as Instructor of Double Bass at the UMKC Conservatory and currently maintains an active private teaching studio.

Keith studied at the University of North Texas and Indiana University, where his primary teachers were Jeff Bradetich and Bruce Bransby. He was fortunate to receive additional guidance from Christopher Hanulik, Owen Lee and William Clay.


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