Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra

The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra's mission is to transform people and communities through music. The LPO is the oldest full-time musician-governed and collaboratively-operated orchestra in the U.S. The LPO offers a 36-week season with 120+ performance in NOLA and across multi-parish areas.

Steeped in history yet focused on innovation, the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO) is the only full-time collaboratively governed and operated orchestra in the United States. Rooted in a culturally diverse community with a two-hundred-year orchestral music tradition, the LPO sets the standard for orchestral programming and performance in Louisiana. For our sixty-seven musicians, achieving the highest level of artistry is integrally linked with a deeply personal investment in our organization and our community. Our audiences hear, see, and feel the increased passion and enthusiasm that results from our musicians' involvement in planning each performance.

As the only full-time professional orchestra in the state, we curate eclectic, expansive concert seasons presented in five municipalities across the Greater New Orleans area, and we provide education and community engagement programming serving a twelve-parish region. From intimate chamber music performances to exhilarating classics to dynamic pops presentations, the LPO produces a comprehensive spectrum of concert programming that balances boundary-pushing, exploratory repertoire with established masterworks.

Testimonials

"Yesterday evening's program was fresh and the performance was impressive .Also, it was really wonderful to see so many young people in the house! The kids were curious and entranced, and I bet more than a few sparks of love for "classical" music were fired up last night. Thank you!"
"As always, the total experience was wonderful. I've listened to many symphonies around the country and have always felt that the LPO is definitely one of the best. Thank you, LPO!"
"Love the variety and education the LPO offers. Keep bringing beautiful music into our lives."