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4.0 of 5 stars.
The BSO is great! It can be a little cramped, but the show is spectacular always. I've been to two shows here and they were both very enjoyable for everyone in the group. They do a great job...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
By far one of the best times I have had in Boston thus far and I have lived here for 5 years. I decided to go for NU Alumni night since tickets were only $27 and Michael Cavanaugh, star of Billy...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you are going to see orchestral music, the only place where it might sound better is in the composer's head. And only if he has a big, sonorous noggin. Otherwise you'd still be better of at...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You could see 10 Helen Kellers playing the recorder here, and the venue itself would make the experience unforgettable. Sitting in the crimson and gold balconies, looking out at the carved proscenium...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There is nothing like hearing live music. I'm an audio buff with a pretty fine listening set up, but sitting in Symphony Hall and listening to the BSO, one of the finest orchestras in the world, is a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I recently saw my first show here and it was amazing. The building is absolutely beautiful and the sound is excellent. The chairs were uncomfortable, but it won't stop me from seeing another show...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The BSO is awesome. I only managed to go once.. and if you're under 40, you get a good discount. The seats are not right by the orchestra but you don't really need a front row seat to enjoy the nice...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great discount this season! (Yes, we are under 40.) The music is great, nice to arrive a little early for drinks/coffee in the lounge. I moved to Boston 4 years ago and attended the Symphony just this...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Simply amazing! I might not know much about music, particularly classical music, but I have to say that even someone like me will be amazed by the BSO performances. I might spend my days listening to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I got in free because the man at Will Call trusts me. Don't tell anyone because then he won't ever trust me again. I've never been trusted by anyone with this much authority so I'm trying to keep this...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The BSO is simply spectacular. They're a high quality orchestra that takes on incredible music. I love their college card program which allows college students to buy one of these cards for 25...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I flipped back and forth between four and five stars but ended up with the five because where else do they give you a steep discount for being under 40 (see LT 40 = 20 on their website)? I heart the...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love it everytime!!! There are no flaws here
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was a fool to write this off with my last review. I confused the Pops with the BSO.Dear god the difference is night and day.Don't get me wrong, the Pops still deserves 5 stars. But the BSO needs 6.I...
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A beautiful and not-too-huge venue makes for a pleasant and classic experience with excellent acoustics!! We went for the Holiday Pops this past weekend and were completely entertained. Songs were...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WARNING: I am easily moved and inspired. If this gags you (and I totally understand if it does), do not read my review.I consider myself an expert on the POPS, since I've been in a myriad of ways. I...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
who doesn't love the pops, I don't even think you should be reading reviews on this subject.. just go and enjoy the heck out of yourself.thank you
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great building with good acoustics - the Pops are fantastic here!
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Going to one of the Boston Symphony Orchestra performances is very inspiring and exciting. The audio / acoustics there are fantastic. BSO plays some of the most popular works of classical music...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here twice, once to see the ocrhestra, which was fantastic and reviewed left and right on here. The other time was to watch the US Open in Squash, which was just an awesome event. They set...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, one of America's better orchestras and a fantastic concert hall, but a few things keep me from giving them the five-star rating they earn on musical/technical grounds:- short season compared to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Very simply put, Boston Pops is the shit.Pretty much anyone can go and enjoy a show at Symphony Hall - they play a variety of music, get some cool guest artists, and totally play to the crowd the way...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to see Margaret Cho her with my gays. For the record, as a straight woman, you cannot get into Margaret Cho unless you BYOG. I'm serious! I think I saw a sign.She was really funny. Funnier...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been living near Boston now for 3 years, and I'm ashamed to admit, I only saw my first POPS show at Symphony Hall last week.Opening night. Natalie Merchant. Balcony seats. It was good. She...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Long lines that move fast and peeps that pee pee waaay too much. I saw Kathy Griffin @ Symphony Hall and was impressed by just how regal this place is. It kinda feels church-esque with the pews, I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Mumblings of the Old by Trish the DishI'm uncultured swine and I've never been to the symphony but was very excited to go see Kathy Griffin at Symphony Hall this past weekend. I knew I wasn't...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I used to attend the BSO event all the time until i took my friend Rick there. I told him not to get hopped up on crystal meth because it really was an inappropriate venue for such, but he never...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For my bicentennial review, the Boston Symphony Orchestra!The BSO holds their concert at the great and grand Symphony Hall. The acoustics are amazing. The architectural facades are reminiscent of an...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For an amazing show, no matter what the price, I would recommend the Pops. Go, enjoy, it is well worth the expenditure.
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Such a great place to go and sit and listen to wonderful musicians. The building is gorgeous, the sounds lovely...it sounds even better if you sit in the "cheap seats" on the top against the back wall...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you live here or come to Boston you have to see the BSO. Even though I am not a regular I make sure I go once a year. It really is an experiance I can't describe. I would be very surprised if you...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ahh, perfection. My high school band conductor (yes, I was a band geek, though it was actually a semi-cool thing to do at my high school) used to rave about Symphony Hall's perfect acoustics and -...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
bso rocks!!!! around the clock day and night! :) go keith!!!! :)
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I will easily give the BSO five stars even though I dealt with a condescending customer service rep when purchasing my ticket. The rest of the staff is very polite, soft-spoken, and professional.I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The greatest classical music hall in America. Period. And the BSO itself - so exquisite, it makes me wanna cry. Perfectly in tandem, and with a musicianship that rivals (bests?!) the Vienna Phil's....
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I feel so fortunate that I live in home city of world renowned Boston Symphony Orchestra. So rich in history and also their performance always live up to their reputation.Other thing that I love about...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Symphony Hall is the AWESOME. If you can stand classical music, a trip will broaden your horizons. If you like classical music, you will fall in love. If you love classical music, you will...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I look forward to going to see the Pops every year. So when I had the opportunity to go to Opening Night?! Hoe could i not! Symphony Hall is beautiful, and my BF informed me that it is one of the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Having graduated from the music school around the corner from Symphony Hall, I have experienced the BSO at the best and worst times. I don't need to mention the caliber of playing or the acoustics...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh, David Sedaris. How do I love thee? Let me count the ways....*stares off dreamily into space*Ahem, where was I? Oh, right, I was reviewing Symphony Hall. Gorgeous building, friendly ushers and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As far as Boston goes, with our lack of explicit landmarks, I felt as though I needed to go to Symphony Hall at SOME POINT, just to see wuzzagoinawn. Luckily, Chloe invited me to be her date to a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
While for whatever reason in the 6 years I've been living in the greater Boston area and beyond, I've never once seen the POPS or had an occasion to head to the symphony. But fortunately for me, I...
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
ahh keith. keith keith keith. he is what grabbed my attention back in high school when he moved to boston and joined the pops. i mean, i had HEARD of the pops and john williams and the fourth of july...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Last night I went to see Pink Martini, who really can be a splendid live act. I loved the set up. They did the Pops thing- with tables and waitresses, and trying to do a sort of cabaret feel. But...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went to see John Williams May 25th, great night. Lots of music written by him of course. Nice way to spend an evening for something different. Get in quick for the good seats or you will end up having...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Always a treat, and somewhat overlooked, the Pops rule! You can get very good balcony seats for around $18 online at bso.org, but those are the seats that go fast. As for the reviews that state that...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I attended the Boston Pops opening night concert with Ben Folds and it was amazing! The acoustics are are top-notch, like others have mentioned. The ambiance is lovely, with the beautiful sculptures,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I totally agree w Julianne M. Ben Folds was awesome and he and the orchestra complemented each other nicely. Again, the acoustics... awesome ! Great ambiance...Glad I ditched the tux T- shirt for...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
C'mon, you have to go! It's the Boston Symphony Orchestra for crying out loud! If not for the music (although that is really the ONLY reason you should go) then go for the fact that you can't stop by...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As someone who's been an orchestra member, a choir member, a soloist, and an audience member, I concede that BSO ranks among royalty. Plus, if you're a grad student who enjoys invigorating your...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When I first moved to the area many years ago, we got some deal on a series of tickets. We got to sample many different types of classical music. As a ballet dancer in my younger years, I've always...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic! What else is there to say? If you want to catch a show, go to their website at www.bso.org and check out the schedule. You can buy tickets from their website, or I highly recommend...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Going to the BSO is always a treat. The building itself, in addition to the amazing accoustics, is quite beautiful. And the music is always tremendous. I love that people can show up in jeans or...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing. What else is there to say? I'm in the chorus and never get tired of hearing this amazing group. Of course, you can't get better seats than on stage. I've participated in and been to many...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The hall is not as beautiful as some other places around the world. I was actually pretty disappointed the first time around.BUT:When I started really looking around to see the sculptures near the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went here to see My Morning Jacket perform with the Boston Pops and it was great. The place bleeds beauty and class. The acoustics are beyond words. It was an interesting mix of old and young folks...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Not a bad seat in the house.Not too shabby Beantown!
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's beautiful and right down the street from me! 4 stars since the seats in the back are really crap.
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went here recently for a Boston College graduation celebration. The Boston Symphony put on one hell of a show and the acoustics are amazing!!! The concert hall is very historic and well kept.
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As many yelpers have noted, the accustics are perfect. Go see anything with Yo Yo Ma if you can. Yo Yo Ma is simply godly and his chello will make you cry even if you generally do not go for...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am officially a BSO member, but unfortunately, I've only gone to one show. It was amazing. The BSO played for an hour, then they had this crazy new show with a new computer program showing graphics...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you live in Boston, enjoy music, and have not been to Symphony Hall, make the effort. Go see anything you can, that building is as close to acoustically perfect as possible.
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2006
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Whether you go to Symphony Hall for a Boston Pops concert, or other performance, you can be assured that the acoustics of this hall are among the best in the world. The beautiful heavenly music often ...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/10/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
James Levine is the man. Go see him conduct and you'll never look at classical music the same way again.
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
a grand old theater that's a great destination for a glamorous evening out. mit students can get discounted rush tickets, but the nosebleed seats have a very poor view of the stage (although the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's a gorgeous place with almost perfect accoustics. Get there right before the show for eight dollar rush tickets which is a steal. Seeing a full orchestra here can be almost a holy experience with...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful building, amazing orchestra, acoustics to die for.Who could ask for more?Check out the Rush tickets for a fabulous deal. On Tuesdays and Thurdays, they sell $8 seats to that night's show,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2005
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The Boston Symphony Orchestera is an excellent place for music. The people are extremely talented and your ears will be delighted and glee with music. It is easily accessible by the E line of the gr...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/05/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Usually great performances. At 5pm they sell rush tickets for 8 bucks, but get there early because there will be a huge line. and unfortunately all of the seats in the theater are extraordinarily...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was a fun treat night out at the Symphony. The music was great and it was fun to dress up. I can't remember the show we went to, but it was great (it wasn't the pops). The crowd is defintely...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2005
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