We chatted with executive director Joanne Bernstein-Cohen who described what parents and fans can expect from LOS Kids this season, which begins with Mozart: Starting Small to Become Great, about the legendary composer’s journey to greatness.

The goal of the organization's reboot was to create a show as creative and innovative as its grader-schooler Happy Concerts of years past but done in the intimate manner of its former popular tot-friendly Lolli-Pops series. The new approach puts "great music at the core," says Bernstein-Cohen, while ensuring the show is "charming, funny and respectful of the music."

Performers are now closer to the audience, offering kids a better view of the musicians. Teenage guest soloists have been added as well, which are expected to "liven up the concert." The new season features four concerts; after Mozart comes the New World-inspired works of Dvorák, compositions by NYC's own George Gershwin and the timeless sounds of Tchaikovsky. (Happy Concerts are on hold for now and the Lolli-Pop characters Bang the Lion, Bow the Panda, Buzz the Bee and Toot the Bird have been retired.)

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The new season focuses on four top composers and making them fun for kids ages 3-7.

LOS Kids shows feature interactions between elaborately costumed composers like Mozart and a foolish but well-intentioned teacher, both led by the society’s conductor. The audience gains a more sophisticated view of the composer’s life and legacy through scripts penned by longtime Muppets writer Craig Shemin who Bernstein-Cohen describes as possessing a "special take on writing for kids and audiences of all levels."

Other upgrades to the LOS Kids series include audience interaction and video technology. Concerts now include zany non-musical clips of the composers, including Mozart rushing through modern-day Central Park late for a show. It's "full of surprises" assures Bernstein-Cohen.

LOS Kids performances are held at the Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College, 695 Park Avenue, at 68th Street. Single tickets range from $15 to $45 and two- and four-show subscriptions are available. See the entire schedule in the Mommy Poppins Event Calendar.

Photos provided courtesy of the Little Orchestra Society.