“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.
Category: Symphony News
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It’s showtime! MSO revels in the richness of Broadway
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...
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From Syria to the world stage, clarinetist / composer Kinan Azmeh at home in the spotlight
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.
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Bright Horizons’ for MSO with international guest, improv fun
‘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...
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The Tammy Mason Luke Story
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...
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MSO Season Aims to Enthrall
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...
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Concertmaster Kemp and the embrace of ‘Beloved Baroque’
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.
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MSO’s Eye-opening Season Ahead
Behold MSO’s 78th season and its roster of concerts packed with plenty to engage the eyes as well as the ears! A stellar lineup of skilled musicians and world-class guest artists is always a given for MSO. But another super cool draw is the charisma this season’s performers bring to the concert stage.
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MSO forms new DEI Committee
The State’s Largest Professional Performing Arts Organization Planning to Grow DEI Efforts