Upcoming Events:
Upcoming Events:
📅 July 2026 Concert Schedule
- Sunday, July 12: Outdoor Concert at Brookings Quadrangle
- Notes to Munch On: 7:10 PM| Concert Begins: 7:30 PM
- Notes to Munch On: 7:10 PM| Concert Begins: 7:30 PM
- Sunday, July 19: Indoor Concert at 560 Music Center
- Notes to Munch On: 3:40 PM | Concert Begins: 4:00 PM
- Sunday, July 26: Outdoor Concert at Brookings Quadrangle
- Notes to Munch On: 7:10 PM| Concert Begins: 7:30 PM
July 2026 Concert Schedule
- Sunday, July 12: “American Originals” , an Outdoor Conceert at WashU Brookings Quadrangle
- Notes to Munch On: 7:10 PM| Concert Begins: 7:30 PM
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- Sunday, July 19: “Opera Unleashed: High Notes and High Drama”, an Indoor Concert at the 560 Music Center
- Notes to Munch On: 3:40 PM | Concert Begins: 4:00 PM
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- Sunday, July 26: “Broadway to Bel Canto”, an Outdoor Concert at WashU Brookings Quadrangle
- Notes to Munch On: 7:10 PM| Concert Begins: 7:30
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🎶 Fall Library Concert Series
Get up close and personal with the music! Join us for our interactive, engaging, and completely free library concert series happening this fall.
“What Makes Music Scary”
Wednesday, October 14 | 7:00 PM
University City Library, 6701 Delmar Blvd, University City, MO 63130
Just in time for Halloween! Have you ever wondered how composers use instruments and melodies to create suspense, tension, and downright spooky atmospheres? The GFO will guide the audience through how a composer can send chills up our spines just by using the elements of music.
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“Where the Rivers Meet: An Exploration of the Intersection of Native American Music and Classical Music.”
Featuring Native American Flute expert, Jim Mayhew.
Saturday, November 14 | 2:00 PM, Schlafly Library, 225 N Euclid Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, we invite you to an afternoon dedicated to the rich, diverse, and vibrant musical traditions of Indigenous peoples.The Gateway Festival Chamber Ensemble and guests will play music that celebrates the influence of Native American music on the classical repertoire and explores the relationship between the two genres.
📅 July 2026 Concert Schedule
- Sunday, July 12: Outdoor Concert at Brookings Quadrangle
- Notes to Munch On: 7:10 PM| Concert Begins: 7:30 PM
- Notes to Munch On: 7:10 PM| Concert Begins: 7:30 PM
- Sunday, July 19: Indoor Concert at 560 Music Center
- Notes to Munch On: 3:40 PM | Concert Begins: 4:00 PM
- Sunday, July 26: Outdoor Concert at Brookings Quadrangle
- Notes to Munch On: 7:10 PM| Concert Begins: 7:30 PM
July 2026 Concert Schedule
- Sunday, July 12: “American Originals” , an Outdoor Conceert at WashU Brookings Quadrangle
- Notes to Munch On: 7:10 PM| Concert Begins: 7:30 PM
- LEARN MORE
- Sunday, July 19: “Opera Unleashed: High Notes and High Drama”, an Indoor Concert at the 560 Music Center
- Notes to Munch On: 3:40 PM | Concert Begins: 4:00 PM
- LEARN MORE
- Sunday, July 26: “Broadway to Bel Canto”, an Outdoor Concert at WashU Brookings Quadrangle
- Notes to Munch On: 7:10 PM| Concert Begins: 7:30
- LEARN MORE
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Fall Library Concert Series
Get up close and personal with the music! Join us for our interactive, engaging, and completely free library concert series happening this fall.
“What Makes Music Scary”
Wednesday, October 14 | 7:00 PM
University City Library, 6701 Delmar Blvd, University City, MO 63130
Just in time for Halloween! Have you ever wondered how composers use instruments and melodies to create suspense, tension, and downright spooky atmospheres? The GFO will guide the audience through how a composer can send chills up our spines just by using the elements of music.
— ♦ —
“Where the Rivers Meet: An Exploration of the Intersection of Native American Music and Classical Music.”
Featuring Native American Flute expert, Jim Mayhew.
Saturday, November 14 | 2:00 PM, Schlafly Library, 225 N Euclid Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, we invite you to an afternoon dedicated to the rich, diverse, and vibrant musical traditions of Indigenous peoples.The Gateway Festival Chamber Ensemble and guests will play music that celebrates the influence of Native American music on the classical repertoire and explores the relationship between the two genres.
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Whether you love picnicking under the evening sky or enjoying soaring symphonies in the cool air conditioning, the Gateway Festival Orchestra (GFO) is thrilled to be your St. Louis summer soundtrack.
Our concerts are completely free, family-friendly, and open to everyone. Come as you are, bring your friends and family, and let the music move you.
🌳 The Outdoor Experience: Symphony Under the Stars
Location: Washington University Brookings Quadrangle
There is no better way to spend a St. Louis summer evening. Grab your lawn chairs, spread out a big blanket, and pack your favorite picnic foods. Our outdoor concerts are relaxed, wiggle-friendly, and perfect for all ages.
- Sweet Treats: What’s a St. Louis summer without frozen custard? St. Louis favorite Ted Dreweswill be on-site and available for purchase at all outdoor concerts!
- Vibe: Casual, community-focused, and welcoming.
❄️ The Indoor Experience: Beat the Heat
Location: 560 Music Center, 560 Trinity Ave, University City, 631130
Love live orchestra but prefer to skip the summer humidity? Join us for our indoor performances! Step out of the heat and into the cool comfort of the 560 Mussic Center to experience the same world-class music in a relaxed, climate-controlled setting.
🗣️ Before the Baton Drops: “Notes to Munch On”
Takes place before every concert!
Curious about the music? Join us just before the concert begins for “Notes to Munch On.” This is a fun, informal chat where we share the fascinating stories, hidden details, and historical gossip behind the composers and the pieces you are about to hear. It’s the perfect appetizer for the main event!