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The Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra is the ensemble behind America's most famous Fourth of July concert, playing the Hatch Memorial Shell on Boston's Esplanade with cannon fire during Tchaikovsky's "1812 Overture" and an unfurling flag at the close of Sousa's "The Stars and Stripes Forever." Created in 1885 as a sister ensemble to the Boston Symphony Orchestra and staffed largely by its musicians, the Pops specializes in light classical and popular music, with a spring season and a December Holiday Pops series at Symphony Hall. Arthur Fiedler led the orchestra for fifty years from 1930, launching the free Esplanade concerts beside the Charles River, introducing Holiday Pops and popularizing Leroy Anderson favorites such as "Sleigh Ride" and "The Typewriter," while building one of the largest recording catalogs of any orchestra. Film composer John Williams succeeded him in 1980, added his own scores to the repertoire and remains laureate conductor. Keith Lockhart has led the Pops since 1995, presenting film-with-orchestra nights, Broadway and Beatles tributes and guest stars across genres, and in 2017 the orchestra devoted a full season and the album Lights, Camera…Music to Williams.
- Genres: classical
- Active since 1885
- Category: Musician
Estimated fee range
How much does Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra cost?
Booking Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra is estimated at $250K–$500K. That figure is for planning only. A confirmed offer depends on the date, market and event, and travel and production are typically on top.
*Estimate only. Not a quote. Actual fees depend on date, location, travel and event details.
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Milestones
- Released the album Boston Tea Party
- Released the album Offenbach in America
- Released the album Gaîté Parisienne / Gayne Ballet Suite
- Released the album Music From Million Dollar Movies
- Released the album Liebestraum
- Released the album Star Dust
- Released the album “Jalousie” and Other Favorites in the Latin Flavor
- Released the album Nero Goes "Pops"
- Released the album The “Pops” Goes Country
- Launched the Future Now Tour
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What is the typical fee range for Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra?
Our estimate puts Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra in the $250K–$500K range (estimate). It is a planning range, not a quote; the real figure depends on date, city, format, travel and production.
Who is similar to Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra but less expensive?
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Who is similar to Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra but in a higher fee range?
If the budget allows, similar active acts in a higher estimated range include Yo-Yo Ma, David Garrett, Andrea Bocelli.
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Use the availability form on this page with your date, city, event type and budget range. Altus Entertainment contacts Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra's representatives and replies within one business day; there is no cost to ask.
What is Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra's booking fee?
The estimated booking fee for Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra is $250K–$500K (estimate). It is not a quote; the final fee depends on your date, location and event.
How much does it cost to book Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra?
Plan for an estimated $250K–$500K for the fee itself, plus travel, production and hospitality. Altus Entertainment will confirm the real number for your date.
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