Pops opener dazzles with Jacktown Sons’ MSO debut Celebration of Jackson’s own — old school R&B with new symphonic oomph Jackson, Mississippi — Timeless R&B plus symphonic spectacle marks Mississippi Symphony Orchestra’s opening Pops concert, as Jacktown Sons bring home the best of soul-stirring favorites. The concert is 7:30 p.m. Saturday, October 26, at Jackson Academy...
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. “Margaret Bonds’ piece is diverse in the same way,” Kemp said. “It requires classical facility, but also the ability to play in folk and jazz idioms. My diverse background, training, and experience make me an ideal performer of this piece.”
Flashy favorites all aglow in MSO’s Bravo opener Ravel’s ‘Bolero’ and piano soloist Tyler Kemp among the highlights Jackson, Mississippi — The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra’s flagship Bravo series opens October 12 with a lineup so big and brilliant, it earns its “Orchestral Fireworks” title. The 7:30 p.m. concert will be held at the Madison Central High...
Jackson arts leaders frustrated by city communication with Thalia Mara Hall shutdown Stakeholders adjust, hope for better communication going forward Jackson, Mississippi — Jackson arts leaders unite in their plea for direct and more timely communication from city of Jackson officials about the shutdown of Thalia Mara Hall and hope for a stronger partnership and...
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 opens 80th season with ‘Beloved Baroque’ Viola da gambist Lisa Terry returns, Principal Trumpet Davan Sagara debuts Jackson, Mississippi — The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra heralds its milestone 80th season with the ever-popular “Beloved Baroque” Chamber concert, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, September 7 in the beautifully appointed, acoustically resonant setting of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Cathedral in downtown...
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 80th season touts ‘Spectacular’ lineup Renowned guest artists, homegrown greats among the many highlights Jackson, Mississippi — The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra rolls out its 80th season with a glittering roster worthy of the milestone celebration, packed with world-class soloists, showy classics and an expanding showcase for Mississippi-rooted talent. 2024-2025 with MSO unfolds as “A Season...
