Sterling Elliott was destined to play the cello from the earliest possible moment of his existence. The Newport News, Virginia, native wasn’t just born into a musical family. He was born into a family string quartet in the making — one eagerly awaiting him as its fourth.
Key guests shine in MSO ‘Resonant Hope’ concert Narrator Reena Evers-Everette, cellist Sterling Elliott in the spotlight Jackson, Mississippi — The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra’s second concert in its flagship Bravo series – “Resonant Hope” 7:30 p.m. November 19 at Thalia Mara Hall – promises a transformative evening of powerful words and hauntingly beautiful music. MSO’s Bravo...
MSO, Cade Chapel partner in musical offering for Jackson Free concert rejoices in the rousing power of music, both classical and brand new Jackson, Mississippi — A unique collaboration between the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra and Cade Chapel Missionary Baptist Church will showcase acclaimed, Jackson-rooted talents — Teneia Sanders, 5th Child, Tougaloo Chamber Singers, Cade Chapel...
“Broadway Beyond Words” pumps up the volume for classic musicals, spotlighting the music at their core, and in turn, Mississippi Symphony Orchestra’s fabulous players.
It’s showtime! MSO revels in the richness of Broadway Pops concert captures the essence of Tony Award-winning musicals Jackson, Mississippi – Sept. 28, 2022 — The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra launches its Pops series October 22 with a showcase of music from some of America’s favorite and most celebrated musicals, 7:30 p.m. at Thalia Mara Hall. MSO’s “Broadway...
Clarinetist/composer Kinan Azmeh loves the fun, spontaneity, challenge and freedom that improvisation allows. He and MSO will be channeling ideas while interacting on his Suite for Improvisor and Orchestra, Saturday, October 8.
‘Bright Horizons’ for MSO with international guest, improv fun Clarinetist/composer Kinan Azmeh charms in his first Mississippi visit Jackson, Mississippi – Sept. 19, 2022 — The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra launches its flagship Bravo Series, presented by the Selby and Richard McRae Foundation, on Saturday, October 8, 7:30 p.m. at Thalia Mara Hall. Renowned clarinetist and...
Tammy earned her viola chair in the Orchestra over 30 years ago as a senior in high school. An accomplishment at such a young age! She attributes the confident person and musician she is to her experiences performing with MSO. Today, Tammy not only performs with the MSO but also teaches in our string education...
MSO Season Aims to Enthrall Compelling guest artists and concerts energize buzz-worthy lineup JACKSON, MISS., Sept. 6, 2022 –The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra brings the world’s best music to Mississippi’s doorstep, and its 78th season continues that mission with new energy and focus. “We can’t wait for audiences to see what’s in store, and share the...
Baroque music presents a playground in the past for musicians, and MSO Concertmaster Shellie Brown Kemp, for one, is eager to dive into the 18th century fun.
