Congratulations to Ecuadorian composer Josué Plúa Trujillo for winning the 4th POI International Composition Competition! His work “Theme and Variations on a Danzante” will be premiered on June 12, at 7:00 pm at Millsaps College.
Category: Symphony News
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Brahms concerto in welcome hands of pianist Goldstein
International pianist and local favorite Alon Goldstein returns to Jackson for Mississippi Symphony Orchestra’s April 11 “Mighty Keys” concert at Thalia Mara Hall – an evening that opens with the wit and melodious charm of Sergei Prokofiev’s Lieutenant Kijé Suite and finishes with Johannes Brahms’ epic Piano Concerto No. 1.
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Jackson fave Goldstein back for MSO’s ‘Mighty Keys’
International pianist Alon Goldstein, hailed for delivering “pure pleasures” in performance, returns to Jackson for the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra’s season-capping Bravo concert “Mighty Keys” on Saturday, April 11, at Thalia Mara Hall.
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Next Stop, Mississippi | Morgan Freeman’s Symphonic Blues Experience & Mississippi Symphony Orchestra
For our first stop, we’re off to the ultimate mashup of all time, Morgan Freeman’s Symphonic Blues Experience, happening March 27th in Jackson with Mississippi Symphony Orchestra Executive Director, Janet Reihle & blues musician, Keith "The Prince of the Delta Blues" Johnson
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‘Spring Delights’ welcomes season with brightness and joy
In Mississippi Symphony Orchestra’s “Spring Delights” chamber concert, the music riding in on that breeze carries all the right sentiments of the season. The charm of street entertainment, the yearn of nostalgia, the convivial spirit of folk celebrations and the sap-rising vigor that pulls us outdoors – these are the connective threads that make springtime, and this concert, such a joy.
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MSO’s ‘Spring Delights’ revels in the season’s charms
Mississippi Symphony Orchestra joyfully heralds the arrival of spring with its “Spring Delights” chamber concert, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 7, at St. James’ Episcopal Church. Energetic and lighthearted rhythms, orchestral wit and a fresh, new voice combine in a captivating toast to the season.
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Music to our ears! MSO receives Governor’s Award, wows crowd
In an evening awash with music from start to finish, the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra had its own standout moment at the 2026 Governor’s Arts Awards ceremony, Thursday night, February 12.
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Violinist Hagen is back with Beethoven
William Hagen returns to the MSO stage in “Ultimate Beethoven” February 28, violin in hand and excitement in his sights. Ludwig van Beethoven’s solitary Violin Concerto is what he’s bringing – a huge piece, in length, depth, height and more.
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MSO amps up the glam for ‘Ultimate Beethoven’
Mississippi Symphony Orchestra’s “Ultimate Beethoven” concert, Saturday, February 28, at Thalia Mara Hall, toasts the master composer with a triumphal program highlighting all the drama, passion and power of his music. Popular concert violinist and audience favorite William Hagen returns in the guest artist spotlight, and the evening marks MSO’s Bravo Series’ return to the city’s grandest venue – the newly reopened Thalia Mara Hall.
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Mississippi Arts Hour | Mississippi Symphony Orchestra
Have a listen! Janet Reihle and Crafton Beck representing the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra on Mississippi Arts Hour.
In this episode, we celebrate the MSO as a 2026 Governor’s Award for Excellence in Performing Arts recipient and explore what this honor means for this organization.