When Tyler Kemp looks at his own musical background, he sees a pitch-perfect path to his solo in Mississippi Symphony Orchestra’s opening Bravo concert. Classical, folk and jazz piano all play a part in his personal musical mix, just as the styles weave a wonderful thread through Margaret Bonds’ Spiritual Suite.
Mississippi Symphony Orchestra’s opening Chamber concert “Beloved Baroque” is a magnet for many to indulge in the rich charm of early music masterworks that stir the soul and lift the heart. But, as MSO proves yet again on September 7 at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Cathedral, there’s always something new to bring to the table.
MSO Receives Mississippi Arts Commission Grant FY2025 JACKSON, MISS. –Aug. 1, 2024 – Mississippi Symphony Orchestra based in Jackson has been awarded a $24,600 two-year operational grant from the Mississippi Arts Commission. This grant is a portion of the more than $1.7 million in grants MAC awarded in Fiscal Year 2025. As the state’s largest...
The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra marks its 80th year with “A Season Spectacular.” The mighty oak tree that traditionally symbolizes this milestone anniversary couldn’t be more fitting for an institution with such deep community roots, a performance schedule that branches out across the state, and a repertoire and guest artist roster that reach around the world.
MSO’s second annual International Composition Competition participation blooms Mar. 27, 2024 – JACKSON, Miss. – Mississippi Symphony Orchestra announces the winner of its second annual International Composition Competition and celebrates the participation bloom. The winning music piece is composed by Emilio Villacis of Ecuador and will debut in June’s culmination of MSO’s 2024 Premier Orchestral...
