Category: Symphony News

Premier Orchestral Institute
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MSO’s POI: A life-changing week for musicians, a festival of music for all

Mississippi Symphony Orchestra’s Premier Orchestral Institute each June is so much more than a music camp summer intensive to hone students’ skills. The esteemed strings workshop showcases world-class guest artists and faculty, pulling in a tourism element with its Music Festival of nightly concerts open to the public.

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MSO’s summer institute brings a festival of music

Mississippi Symphony Orchestra’s Premier Orchestral Institute (POI) and Music Festival June 9-14 turns the capital city into a classical music hub – more than 100 participants, including internationally acclaimed music faculty and guest artists plus talented students from around the world – with a string of concerts that are open to the public.

Pepsi Pops concert May 9
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The charm of Pepsi Pops endures — 44 years of picnic-perfect appeal

In the fading light of day on the breezy shore of Barnett Reservoir, boats bob on the water, little kids bop in front of the musicians onstage and the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra delivers music of our memories at Pepsi Pops. Patriotic classics, movie themes, Billboard and Broadway hits are kicked up a notch by symphonic splendor and the laidback, outdoor charm of springtime in Mississippi.

MSO 81st Season of Genius - Come for the experiences, stay for the awe!
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Brilliant works and talents unite in MSO’s 81st ‘Season of Genius’

In its 81st year of performances, Mississippi Symphony Orchestra’s “Season of Genius” is a testament to all the top intellect, skill, passion, craftsmanship and creativity that converge in a lineup of concerts designed to inspire and intrigue, excite and delight. MSO branches out, too, adding a new venue to the mix with a fall concert at Duling Hall.

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MSO’s ‘Season of Genius’ comes alive with innovation and artistry

The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra (MSO) announces its 81st season – a lineup brimming with great music, world-class guest artists and spotlight moments for top players – in an array of delightful venues. Special features this season include a Star Wars showcase and the exciting debut of emerging music at a remarkable concert space that sets the stage for more to come.

Meet new MSO President, Executive Director Janet Reihle
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Meet new MSO President, Executive Director Janet Reihle

After a nationwide search for a new president and executive director, the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra (MSO) found the right candidate, right next door in Flowood. Native Mississippian Janet Reihle, most recently executive director of the Chamber of Flowood & Visitor Center, brings fresh perspective and multi-layered experience to the MSO helm, building on a career in nonprofits, development, community building and tourism in central Mississippi. Reihle is on the board of the Mississippi Tourism Association and will now also be on the board of directors of the Flowood Chamber & Visitor Center.

Scott Cuellar set to scale ‘Mount Everest’ of concertos with Rach 3
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Scott Cuellar set to scale ‘Mount Everest’ of concertos with Rach 3

Pianist Scott Cuellar returns to the solo spotlight with the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra for a third straight season, racking up back-by-popular-demand bona fides and continuing to build a reputation as an audience favorite in Jackson. See why at MSO’s “Epic Heights” concert on April 12, 2025.

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MSO guest pianist Cuellar goes to ‘Epic Heights’ with Rach 3

MSO guest pianist Cuellar goes to ‘Epic Heights’ with Rach 3 Powerhouse pieces by Rachmaninoff, Sibelius set stage for a big finish Jackson, Mississippi — The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra wraps its 80th anniversary season Bravo Series with a climactic concert starting with audience favorite Scott Cuellar at the piano on Rachmaninoff’s demanding Piano Concerto No. 3...