Middle & High School

Linda & Shearn Platt Open Rehearsals

San Diego Symphony's Linda & Shearn Platt Open Rehearsals are designed specifically for Middle and High School music programs. Open Rehearsals support music educators in their learning goals, encourage instrumental music in schools, and provide a direct connection between student musicians and the professional musicians of the San Diego Symphony.

DURING A LINDA & SHEARN PLATT OPEN REHEARSAL FOR SCHOOLS YOU CAN EXPECT:

• A welcome from a San Diego Symphony staff member
• Seating for your entire school group (students, educators and chaperones)
• An announcement from the stage welcoming your school and students

Note: If you are looking for programming for elementary school students, please visit our Elementary School page for detailed information on program that is appropriate for that age group. Due to the nature of these rehearsals, we recommend this program for students in grades 6 – 12 and college.

Important planning notes:

• Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of the rehearsal so that we can greet and seat your group.
• Rehearsal will include a 20-minute break beginning approximately 60-90 minutes from the start of the rehearsal.
• This is a working rehearsal, so we ask that students remain quiet throughout and hold all applause until the break and end of the rehearsal.
• Films will not always be shown while the orchestra rehearses music from movies.

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OPEN REHEARSALS AT THE RADY SHELL AT JACOBS PARK
(222 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA 92101)

For rehearsals at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park (outdoors):

• Please submit an Open Rehearsal Registration Form. Symphony staff will reach out to confirm your attendance at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park.
• A rehearsal may be cancelled day-of if there is inclement weather.
• On sunny days, a shade screen will be up in the morning to protect the musicians' eyes and instruments from direct sunlight. The shade screen will block views of the stage but will not affect sound.
• Groups are welcome to bring food and drink, and there are filtered water fountains available in Jacobs Park. Students may eat before or after the rehearsal, but not during the rehearsal.
• Photography is allowed, but visual and audio recording are prohibited.
• Films will not always be shown while the orchestra rehearses music from movies.

August 2026
Friday, August 21, 2026 | 10am – 12:30pm Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone™ in Concert
Thursday, August 27, 2026 | 10am – 12:30pm Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl in Concert

AUGUST 2026 OPEN REHEARSAL REGISTRATION

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OPEN REHEARSALS AT JACOBS MUSIC CENTER
(1245 Seventh Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101):

For rehearsals at Jacobs Music Center (indoors):

• Please submit an Open Rehearsal Registration Form. Symphony staff will reach out to you when an opportunity to attend an Open Rehearsal at Jacobs Music Center becomes available.
• Food or beverages are not permitted inside the theater. Your school group may store lunches in a designated lobby area during the rehearsal. There is no location for students to eat inside Jacobs Music Center, but outdoor eating locations can be found nearby downtown or in Balboa Park.
• Student cell phones are not permitted inside the theater.
• Visual and audio recording are prohibited.

May 2026
Friday, May 15, 2026 | 10:00am – 12:30pm Folk Auras: Thayer Plays Berg Violin Concerto
Thursday, May 21, 2026 | 10:00am – 12:00pm Also sprach Zarathustra & Bluebeard's Castle

2026/27 School Year
School Open Rehearsals at Jacobs Music Center during the 2026/27 school year will be announced in August 2026. Check back then to register your middle or high school!

MAY 2026 OPEN REHEARSAL REGISTRATION