What You Told Us: Highlights from Our 25/26 Season Programming Survey
At Bay Philharmonic, your voice helps shape our music. We recently sent out a short, 10-question survey to learn what you loved (and want more of) from our past seasons—and what you'd like to see in the future.
We’re grateful to the 60 fans who responded. Your feedback is already helping us fine-tune our plans for the 25/26 season.
Here’s a look at what we discovered:
🎟 Loyal Fans
Bay Phil fans are some of the most passionate around!
78.3% of survey respondents proudly identify as Bay Phil fans
45% have attended 5–6 performances in the past two years
When it comes to favorite shows, Broadway’s Best took the top spot (28.3%), with Tchaikovsky Gold close behind (27%). Both performances received high praise for musical excellence and energy.
💖 What Makes a Show Stellar?
You shared what makes a show really shine:
Beautiful music and strong performances were key
Many highlighted the emotional connection and festive atmosphere
Loving the mix of music and the standout vocalists
🎶 More of This, Please
You want a wide variety of types of music in future programming, with a few clear favorites:
70% want more Classical music
65% are eager for more Broadway hits
56.7% love Holiday-themed concerts
53.3% want the mix of musical genres to keep things fresh
This tells us that you’re open to discovery and also enjoy returning to beloved classics and traditions.
👥 Who We Heard From
A snapshot of those who completed the survey:
66.7% were women
51.7% are Baby Boomers (born 1946–1964)
75% identified as White/Caucasian
We’re always looking to expand our reach and welcome more voices into Bay Phil. Stay tuned for how we’re connecting with more diverse potential guests from nearby communities to develop a harmonious, multicultural blend of individuals and families. Igniting joy and excitement for all!
💡 Ideas to Inspire the Future
You didn’t hold back with thoughtful suggestions—and we’re listening. Among the most requested ideas:
Feature young artists and student performers
Include more choruses
Emphasize classical over contemporary in programs
Present more culturally diverse performances that reflect our Bay Area community
Thank you for helping guide our season programming so we can best develop performances that reflect your tastes, ideas, and passions. Your feedback fuels everything we do—and we can’t wait to bring the ideas to life in the 25/26 season.
Keep an eye on your inbox and our website for upcoming announcements. The best is yet to come!
