Mississippi Symphony Orchestra returns to Duling Hall, October 24, with “Fearless Fusion” to once again claim the frontier of contemporary classical music. The convivial, social air of Duling Hall, with food and bar options, promotes a free, lively vibe that puts listeners and performers closer than ever for this one-of-a-kind concert experience.
Mississippi Symphony Orchestra once again dives into the exciting, boundary-pushing frontier of contemporary classical music with a special concert at Duling Hall that proves just how captivating this music-of-the-moment can be.
Young international prize-winning violinist Basil Alter will make his Mississippi Symphony Orchestra debut as guest soloist in the upcoming “American Celebration” concert on October 10.
Mississippi Symphony Orchestra honors America’s 250th birthday with a spectacular concert showcasing classical composers of a strapping young nation that was just starting to make its musical presence known on the world stage.
Harpsichordist Shawn Leopard reached back to her Gulfport childhood to peg her first introduction to the instrument that has been so key to her music career, and to the composer who became her lifelong favorite. “As a child growing up, my father loved the music of Bach,” Leopard recalled. “And, he had this one recording that he would play all the time, and it happens to be the very concerto that I’m playing this season.”
In just a few days, a performance that existed for one evening inside Thalia Mara Hall will travel across Mississippi. On September 2, Mississippi Public Broadcasting will share the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra’s performance of Star Wars Symphony, recorded live during our 2025–2026 Season of Genius.
The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra launches ‘A Season of Excellence’ in its 82nd year, packing its popular opening concert with all-time greats Bach, Vivaldi, Telemann and more, for an evening of “Baroque Splendor,” 7:30 p.m. September 19 at St. Andrew’s Cathedral in downtown Jackson, MS.
The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra announces A Season of Excellence — an ambitious year of extraordinary music and a commitment to keep live orchestral music strong, accessible and thriving in Mississippi – building on past generations and welcoming new audiences to celebrate the remarkable talent that inspires and contributes to the health, economy and rich cultural future of our state.
The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra’s 2026 Premier Orchestral Institute Music Series, June 9-13, offers a week of performances featuring international faculty, talented young musicians, guest artists, chamber music, tango, and orchestral concerts in Jackson.
MSO’s beloved season-capping Pops Series concert marks its 45th year on Friday, May 8, at Old Trace Park on the Ross Barnett Reservoir, bringing together family, friends, and fans for a spectacular evening on the water’s edge with Mississippi Symphony Orchestra.
