Sensory-Friendly
Chamber Music
Softer Music
All ages
Movement allowed
Quiet rooms

SENSORY-FRIENDLY CHAMBER CONCERT
MAY 24, 2025
2:00 PM DOORS OPEN AT 1:30 PM
WEATHERWAX HALL
General Admission: FREE
*Reservation is required

RSVP HERE: httpshttps://jacksonsymphony.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/events/a0SUl000003MpWnMAK
(It will say "Buy" but it is FREE)

This sensory-friendly concert experience has been designed for those with sensory sensitivities, including neurodiverse audiences and those with communication, movement, and learning needs.

Upon entering the JSO, attendees will have the chance to feel and touch real instruments in our lobby prior to the concert. This concert features the softer wind instruments from our orchestra performing as a small ensemble/chamber group. Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Flute, and Oboe will share their unique sounds with the audience in a lower-lighting setting.

Audience members will be encouraged to use scarves to flow with the sound of the music and maracas to feel the beat. The venue will allow for moving or sitting during the performance as well as include accommodations like those listed below.

Accommodations:
Abundant Handicap Seating
Quiet Rooms
Medium Quiet Rooms
Standing Room
Additional Viewing Areas
Earplugs
Headphones
Fidgets
Scarves
Maracas

Please feel free to call our Box Office at (517)782-3221 or email us at info@jacksonsymphony.org to talk about any specific needs or accommodations.

Thank you to our sponsors Blue Ox Credit Union, Macchia Family Foundation, Mid-Michigan Autism Association, and JTV for making this happen!

Learn more here: https://www.jacksonsymphony.org/concerts-and-events/sensory-friendly-chamber-concert-may-2026/

𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀.
Parking Information/Handicap/Wheelchair Accessibility details:

𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜: While there is no designated parking lot for the event, street parking in downtown Jackson is free and generally easy to find. After 5pm, parking is free with no time restrictions, and before 5pm, free 2-hour parking is available. Marked accessible parking spaces are located on Michigan Ave and Jackson Street within view of the venue. Valet parking is not available. You may unload in the alley next to the building and then immediately move your vehicle to a parking spot if that is easier. Only staff or others quickly unloading may park in the alley.

𝙁𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙧 𝙩𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙩: Sidewalks in downtown Jackson are wide and gently sloped for easy access. The venue’s doors have automatic push buttons, and the hallways inside are spacious and wheelchair-friendly. Weatherwax Hall is on the ground floor, so no stairs or elevators are required. Balcony seating is available but accessible only by stairs.

𝙎𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜: Seating is set up as individual chairs arranged in rows, but there are also carpet squares and open spaces without chairs available. All seats are moveable, and volunteers or staff can assist in making room for wheelchairs. Volunteers will be at the ready to address any seating needs, but the space will be set up so all kinds of seating will be available.

𝙀𝙡𝙚𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙨: You won’t need an elevator since everything, including restrooms, is on the ground floor. Balcony seating is only accessible by stairs.