Doors open 75 minutes in advance of SLSO classical concerts and 60 minutes prior to special events. We recommend you arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the performance. This will allow you time to find parking, visit a concession area, and find your seat. Once the concert begins, patrons will be seated at an appropriate break in the program. Please refer to the Late Seating Policy below for details.

We are working to make parking as convenient as possible. The SLSO operates its own parking lot immediately east of the Powell Hall, accessible from Sam Shepard Dr.

• Prepaid parking in the SLSO lot is available for most concerts while supplies last.
• Accessibility is improved with 20 ADA spots and enhanced security and lighting. Accessible parking is near the new east entrance.
• Donors will continue to receive parking and valet benefits according to giving levels.
• Drop-off/pick-up will be easier with a guest drop-off location at the main entrance via a forecourt accessible from Samuel Shepard Dr.
• Rideshare options, like Uber and Lyft, have a specific drop-off location on the north side of Powell Hall along Delmar Blvd near the new north entrance.
• Shuttle service is available for many concerts from Plaza Frontenac.
• Nearby parking options are numerous in Grand Center.

Visit slso.org/parking to learn more.

Come as you are! You will see a wide variety of attire at SLSO events, and we want you to wear what you feel most comfortable in.

Police officers and security are present at all events at the Jack C. Taylor Music Center.

Patrons pass through a security screening upon entry. Bags larger than 14” x 14” x 17” may be inspected.

Weapons of any kind, including concealed firearms with a permit, are not allowed.

Patrons of any age disturbing other concertgoers may be asked to leave. Admission and seating are at the discretion of management. If you experience or witness suspicious behavior, please inform an usher or staff member. View our Community Values Statement to learn more.

Our team is trained to handle a variety of situations. Ushers and staff will provide instructions in the event of an emergency. Exits are marked throughout the venue.

During severe weather events, ushers and staff will instruct audiences to shelter in place in the auditorium.

A physician is in attendance at all SLSO events. Contact an usher or staff member if you require medical assistance.

In the event of a concert cancellation, we will contact all ticket holders in advance to offer exchanges or refunds.

The Jack C. Taylor Music Center offers an array of concessions with a full bar and light snacks available at all performances. There several concession areas: one each in the Berges Family Foundation Lobby and the Wightman Foyer on the orchestra level; the Met Bar on the mezzanine; a mobile bar on the mezzanine; one on the Dress Circle Terrace; one in the Kemper Lounge; and one on the Middle Balcony Terrace.

Pre-concert Conversations, sponsored by Washington University Physicians, are free events providing insights to the concert program to all ticket holders beginning one hour prior to each classical concert. Program notes are also available online prior to each classical performance. Our podcast, Noted, offers a short introduction to each classical program, hosted by Samuel Hollister, SLSO Assistant Conductor.

The resale of SLSO tickets at a price higher than the original purchase price is grounds for forfeiture and cancellation of the ticket. Tickets obtained from sources other than the SLSO Box Office or slso.org may be counterfeit, lost, stolen, or otherwise fraudulently obtained, and if so, are void. For additional information, go here.

Please be aware that we’ve seen an uptick in unofficial websites selling invalid, overpriced, or fraudulent tickets. To protect yourself, be sure you are purchasing tickets from slso.org or the SLSO Box Office.

Children are encouraged to attend SLSO performances. The recommended minimum for all classical concerts is 5 years of age, while children of all ages are encouraged to attend Specials, Concerts for Kids, Films, and Youth Orchestra concerts. All patrons age 2 and older must have a ticket. Infants and children under 2 years of age may be seated on the lap of an adult at no charge. Child pricing for classical concerts is $15 with a paying adult. Contact the Box Office to order.

No, the Jack C. Taylor Music Center Box Office and concession areas are fully cashless.

Yes! The Jack C. Taylor Music Center has flexible spaces to host events large and small, from an intimate dinner to large receptions.

Please visit our Venue Rentals page to learn more.

Powell Hall at the Jack C. Taylor Music Center reopened in September 2025. We look forward to welcoming you to a concert this season.

You’ll enjoy a more relaxing and immersive experience, with upgraded amenities, including:

• Spacious seating: More legroom with new, more comfortable seats
• Enhanced ambience: Improved acoustics, lighting, and sound resistance
• Expanded amenities: More restrooms, elevators, and concessions located closer to your seat
• New gathering areas: New spaces include a multi-story lobby, a coat check, an outdoor plaza, and an upgraded donor lounge on the Dress Circle level
• Improved accessibility and safety: Multiple ADA-compliant entrances, enhanced security, more ADA seating options, handrails, a softer auditorium slope, and a new viewing room for guests with sensory sensitivities.

We are working to make parking as convenient as possible. The SLSO will operate its own parking lot immediately east of Powell Hall, accessible from Delmar Blvd. and Samuel Shepard Dr.

• Prepaid parking in the SLSO lot is available for most concerts while supplies last.
• Accessibility is improved with 20 ADA spots and enhanced security and lighting. Accessible parking is near the new east entrance.
• Donors will continue to receive parking and valet benefits according to giving levels.
• Drop-off/pick-up will be easier with a guest drop-off location at the main entrance via a forecourt accessible from Samuel Shepard Dr.
• Rideshare options, like Uber and Lyft, have a specific drop-off location on the north side of Powell Hall along Delmar Blvd near the new north entrance.
• Shuttle service is available for many concerts from Plaza Frontenac.
• Nearby parking options are numerous in Grand Center.

Visit slso.org/parking to learn more.

Curated and Compose Your Own subscriptions, as well as single tickets, are on sale for all concerts now. Subscription packages start at four concerts. You can purchase tickets any time on our website.

• Online via the SLSO’s website is the most convenient way to secure your tickets. View our concert calendar or learn more about subscriptions. (Note: You must create an account or log in to purchase tickets via our website.)
• Our Box Office associates can help you with seat and concert recommendations.

The Jack C. Taylor Music Center offers an array of concessions with a full bar and light snacks available at all performances. There several six concession areas: one each in the Berges Family Foundation Lobby and the Wightman Foyer on the orchestra level; the Met Bar on the mezzanine; a mobile bar on the mezzanine; one on the Dress Circle Terrace; one in the Kemper Lounger; and one on the Middle Balcony Terrace.

Yes, Powell Hall at the Jack C. Taylor Music Center hosts other events, including the St. Louis Speaker Series and other rental events. We also host private events throughout the year. Interested in having your event at the Jack C. Taylor Music Center? Learn more here.

Most concerts will take place in our expanded and renovated home, Powell Hall at the Jack C. Taylor Music Center. We will still share music throughout the community, including chamber music at the Pulitzer Arts Foundation and The Sheldon. We also perform free events throughout the region.

If you’re looking for information about a specific concert, check out our calendar of events.

This SLSO Story provides a high-level overview of our entire season. We can’t wait to welcome to an upcoming concert.

Groups of ten or more receive up to 20% off tickets as well as concierge service and no ticket order fees. Click here to learn more.

Yes, we request a 25% non-refundable deposit within four weeks of your reservation. Deposits may be paid by check or debit/credit card and will be credited toward your total balance.

The remaining balance of your order is due four weeks prior to the concert date. Once the final payment has been received, your tickets may be mailed to you or held at the box office for pick-up prior to the performance. Please note: once final payment is applied to your order, all tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Absolutely! Group orders can be adjusted until the time of final payment.

We encourage you to make your reservation as far in advance of the performance possible, in order to keep your group seated together.

The most up-to-date concert listing can be found here: www.slso.org/concerts.

Please contact 314-286-4155 or email groups@slso.org. Pricing varies by concert, section and availability.