Summer Concert Series 2026
The Erie Philharmonic’s FREE outdoor Summer Concert Series returns to your hometown!
From Erie to North East and everywhere in between, the Philharmonic is bringing the music to your hometown this summer. Grab your lawn chair and blankets, and join the Erie Philharmonic for unforgettable nights of music and fun!
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Featured Program
It’s an animal extravaganza as Concertmaster Emeritus and longtime friend of the Erie Phil Ken Johnston returns to lead our Erie Phil Octet in a howling good time! From Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf to a stampede of other favorite themes from the animal kingdom is sure to be a hit with the young and young at heart.
Erie Philharmonic Family Concert
The program will be announced from the stage, and includes works such as:
Peter and the Wolf
Star and Stripes Forever
Animal Circus - a charming collection of animal-inspired music
and more
Program selections are subject to change.
Erie Philharmonic Octet (Summer 2026)
FIRST VIOLIN
Ken Johnston
Concertmaster
BASS
Tom White
FLUTE
Sean F. Gabriel
CLARINET
Rachael Stutzman Cohen
BASSOON
Ian Hoy
TRUMPET
Ted Clark
TROMBONE
Whitney Clair
PERCUSSION
Bradley Amidon
KEYBOARD
Sarah Kahl
The octet list is subject to change.
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Daniel Meyer's Patriotic Pops
Maestro Meyer leads a program celebrating American tradition and innovation with everything from Sousa marches and an Armed Forces Salute to John Williams cinematic hits, familiar Broadway favorites, and the enduring themes of the Dean of American Composers, Aaron Copland.
Saturday, July 4 @ 2:30PM — Bayview Park, Erie
Wednesday, July 8 @ 7:00PM — Gibson Park, North East
Thursday, July 9 @ 7:30PM — Downtown Park, Corry
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Erie Philharmonic Family Concert
It’s an animal extravaganza as Concertmaster Emeritus Ken Johnston returns to lead our Erie Philharmonic Octet in a howling good time! From Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf to a stampede of other favorite themes from the animal kingdom is sure to be a hit with the young and young at heart. Plus, enjoy free interactive music and craft activities open to all!
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Erie Philharmonic Brass Ensemble
Back by popular demand! Erie Philharmonic Principal Tuba and Brass Ensemble Director Ken Heinlein takes up the baton once again for one of our most-beloved summer traditions. From classic patriotic marches and symphonic masterworks, you’ll experience an All-American hit parade without having to leave your seat!
Monday, July 27 @ 7:00PM — Pleasant Ridge Park, Fairview/Girard
2026 Summer Concert Giveaway Contest
Enter to to win for a chance to win a gift card and one Flex Four Punch Card (valid for 4 tickets to any 2026-27 Erie Philharmonic Season Concert).
Go to eriephil.org/contest to enter.
Submissions can only be submitted during the concert. A winner will be announced at the end of the concert. Must be present to win.
