Mississippi Symphony Orchestra

A Season of Genius
2025-07-15 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Chicago) | MS
Season tickets are now available for MSO’s 2025-2026 season celebrating genius at every level: great composers of classical, contemporary and current music, crafted concert experiences by Maestro Crafton Beck, and extraordinary MSO musicians at the pinnacle of performance.
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A Season of Genius
2025-26 Season Tickets now available!
Come along for bombastic Beethoven, beautiful Brahms, wondrous Williams and marvelous Mozart. Embrace the emotion of acclaimed violinist William Hagen and pianist Alon Goldstein, both back by popular demand!
Bask in a full evening of Star Wars and the exciting debut of a special edition nightclub concert at Duling Hall.
Soak up the artistry and talent of MSO’s gifted musicians as they deliver knockout  full-orchestra experiences plus tender moments in solos and ensembles.
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Tickets

Act now for savings and reserve your “best” seat before tickets go on sale to the general public July 15, 2025.
For assistance with season ticket purchases, contact MSO Patron Services by phone (601-414-6005) or email.

Bravo Series

BIG CONCERTS Bravo Series: Presented by The Selby & Richard McRae Foundation
Feel the impact of a full-orchestra performance through the vibrations on your skin and the hum in your heart with our flagship Bravo Series.
Sweeping masterworks, stellar guest artists and the virtuosic skills of MSO’s own are the hallmarks of these grand concerts that are the season’s glamorous go-to for music lovers. Dress up or dress down, it’s up to you, and enjoy free, interactive, pre-concert lectures by Dr. Timothy Coker sharing insights on the evening’s composers and music. Gather early with friends over refreshments in the lobby or at intermission.
Bravo-I: RUSSIAN BRILLIANCE 10.4.25, Thalia Mara Hall, 7:30 pm Experience the galloping, “Listen up!” pow of Shostakovich’s Festive Overture and the crystal clear splendor of Stravinsky’s Symphonies of Wind Instruments, then get ready for the dazzling orchestral fireworks and intoxicating melodies of Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2. This concert’s collection of guilty pleasures, neoclassical innovation and monumental indulgence hits all the right notes for the start of a radiant season.
Bravo-II: EPIC DREAMSCAPE 11.8.25, Thalia Mara Hall, 7:30 pm The sonorous and sparkling virtuosity of MSO Principal Clarinetist Jorge Diez holds the spotlight in two definitive works by Debussy and Weber. Plus, Berlioz’s daring blockbuster Symphonie Fantastique engages the senses and enlivens the imagination to deliver a bold genius-stroke of a finish, in a program that will take you places, you never knew you wanted to go.
Bravo-III: TRANSCENDENT VOICES 1.24.26, Thalia Mara Hall, 7:30 pm The intensely moving prelude of Wagner’s Parsifal and ethereal beauty of Crafton Beck’s Passage set the stage for an extraordinary interwoven dialogue between Joel Thompson’s powerful and critically-acclaimed Seven Last Words of the Unarmed and Gabriel Faure’s serene and comforting Requiem. Jackson State University Chorale joins MSO in a program that will touch your soul and transform your spirit.
Bravo-IV: ULTIMATE BEETHOVEN 2.28.26, Thalia Mara Hall, 7:30 pm You know the name, now brace for the impact of the master’s music live! Beethoven’s sublime Violin Concerto is among his most transcendent works, and international sensation William Hagen is back by popular demand to bring flair and consummate artistry to the task. Beethoven’s playfully imaginative and bold Symphony No. 2 makes this evening a perfect balance of genius.
Bravo-V: MIGHTY KEYS 3.28.26, Thalia Mara Hall, 7:30 pm Pianist Alon Goldstein, an MSO audience favorite, is back in the solo spotlight, supplying all the drama, passion and expressive verve that Brahms’ Piano Concerto No. 1 demands. Everything is kicked up a notch in this concerto, and Goldstein meets this monumental moment head-on. Lt. Kijé Suite, Prokofiev’s first film score, delivers the biting humor that made it his best-known and most-frequently recorded work.

Chamber Series

COZY CONCERTS Chamber Series: Unwind in smaller spaces with excellent acoustics around Jackson!
Imagine your living room could hold a couple hundred folks for a house concert, and you’ll have an idea of the special intimacy you’ll find in our Chamber Series.
These concerts at neighborhood venues in the metro area put you closer to ensembles and smaller orchestras, and shoulder to shoulder with fellow music fans for an exceptional and memorable experience. From Baroque and Beethoven to Mozart and marvelous newer works, this makes a fine outing for friends, dates, couples, families and, really, everyone with an ear for the expressive power of beautiful music.
Chamber-I: BELOVED BAROQUE 9.6.25, St. Andrew’s Cathedral, 7:30 pm Settle in for a lovely evening that starts with a Vivaldi string concerto and a Corelli concerto grosso and finishes in grand style with Bach’s stellar Orchestral Suite No. 2. In between, enjoy two fabulous Vivaldi bassoon concertos in the skilled hands of MSO’s own Taylor Shorey, cutting loose in spirited romps that show off the instrument’s melodic grace, jaunty nimbleness and undeniable charm.
Chamber-II: RESONANT SONG 10.26.25, Cade Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, 3:00 pm, FREE Celebrate the capital city’s deep well of creativity, as Jackson soprano DeAnna Tisdale Johnson lends her stunning voice to Margaret Walker’s best-loved poems in three song-settings by Crafton Beck. Honor the Mississippi premiere of Carlos Simon’s powerful 2023 Grammy-nominated, multi-genre Requiem for the Enslaved – original compositions infused with African American spirituals and Catholic liturgical melodies. Stay for conversation and more.
Chamber-III: MOZART MAGIC 1.10.26, Belhaven University Center for the Arts, 7:30 pm Mozart’s dramatic Don Giovanni overture opens an evening wrapped in warmth and beauty, and his Symphony No. 39 triumphs at the close, revealing the master at the top of his game. In-between nestles Schneider’s Sinfonia Concertante for Violin and Viola, and the chance for MSO soloists Ausra Jasineviciute and Ruvim Echiusciu to really shine in showpieces for strings.
Chamber-IV: SPRING DELIGHTS 3.7.26, St. James’ Episcopal Church, 7:30 pm Breeze into spring with Stravinsky’s delectable Pulcinella, then bask in the beauty and heart of From a Brother to the World, Ecuador-born Emilio Villacis’ winning top-prize selection in MSO’s 2024 Premier Orchestral Institute Competition. The joys keep coming with Haydn’s Symphony No. 82, nicknamed “The Bear” for its rustic finale’s kinship to popular 18th-century carnival accompaniment for dancing bears.
Chamber-V: DVOŘÁK TO DEBUSSY 4.11.26, Woodworth Chapel at Tougaloo College, 7:30 pm Hear Taylor Shorey and the jazzy, off-the-rails surprise of Wynton Marsalis’ Meelaan for Bassoon and String Quartet in an extraordinary musical conversation not to be missed. Plus, savor the dawn of modernism in an evening centered on the comforting serenades and old-world charm of Dvorák’s famous Wind Serenade and Debussy’s propelling and compelling String Quartet.

Pops Series

LAIDBACK CONCERTS Pops Series: Enjoy musical hits you know and love with casual ambience!
Popular music holds the spotlight in our Pops Series – pop, blues, jazz, rock and R&B faves, plus movie music and show tunes get full orchestra treatment for an experience like you’ve never heard before.
Deeper, richer, fuller and all-around fantastic! Jeans and kicks are fine, festive attire is welcome, and cosplay action is always a win – just come for the pops music party and bask in all that sumptuous sound! It’s a fun date, a fab family outing and a cool evening out on the town with your circle.
Pops-I: STAR WARS 2.14.26, Thalia Mara Hall, 7:30 pm May the Force be with you as MSO covers nearly the entire Star Wars saga across the span of a single evening – truly an Olympic-level effort – with top selections from almost every film, plus Rogue One to boot. Cosplay enthusiasts should feel free to fly their fan flag, and come in costume as their favorite characters. It’s fun for all, sweeping you down a memory lane of movie music magic.
Pops-II: PEPSI POPS 5.8.26, Old Trace Park on the Rez, 7:30 pm Presented by Brown Bottling Group Grab a friend, neighbor, date, parent – heck, the whole extended family – and embrace this beloved tradition of picnicking and soaking up the sunset on the banks of the Reservoir with MSO. Share time-honored movie-score favorites, including music from Frozen and the Twilight Saga, plus more from the Great American Songbook, then stick around for the spirit-swelling patriotic tunes and thrilling fireworks finale saluting 250 years of America!

Special Edition Concert

KICKIN’ CONCERT Special Edition: Chill out with novel works in a cool hangout!
Think nightclub and new wave plus table seating and service for an experience that can’t get any cooler or closer than our special edition concert at Duling Hall!
Sit back and order up, as MSO delivers bold, stimulating, and novel works from the international scene.
Not part of any series, general admission tickets for this limited seating concert go on sale July 15, 2025, so jump on your ticket purchases, come early, and kick back for a night to remember!
QUAD FUSION 10.18.25, Duling Hall, 7:30 pm It’s a fusion of world music, classical, jazz and blues! Come for the unexpected as MSO explores time-honored and unconventional instruments in cutting-edge works. Viet Cuong’s fascinating percussion quartet concerto Re(new)al brilliantly opens an evening that tucks into Thomas Adés’ intriguing arrangements of François Couperin’s Les Barricades Mistérieuses and Madness’ stress-test hit Cardiac Arrest. Revel in the captivating improv of Azmeh’s Ibn Arabi Postlude then brace yourself for the fab finish of DBR’s Voodoo Violin!

Season Calendar

9.6.25 – BELOVED BAROQUE – bassoon love with Taylor Shorey
9.11.25 – SYMPHONY ON THE GREEN* – lakeside picnic + pops classics
9.18.25 – SUNDOWN AT RENAISSANCE* – fall edition with MSO
9.25.25 – SYMPHONY AT SUNSET* – neighborhood picnic + chart-toppers
10.4.25 – RUSSIAN BRILLIANCE – festive fanfare + Rach 2 Symphony
10.18.25 – QUAD FUSION – fresh music takes + cool space
10.26.25 – RESONANT SONG – soprano DeAnna Tisdale Johnson
11.8.25 – EPIC DREAMSCAPE – clarinet showcase with Jorge Diez
1.10.26 – MOZART MAGIC – Ausra Jasineviciute & Ruvim Echiusciu
1.24.26 – TRANSCENDENT VOICES – poignant eloquence + spiritual journey
2.14.26 – STAR WARS – epic sound + galactic fun
2.28.26 – ULTIMATE BEETHOVEN – violin concerto with William Hagen
3.7.26 – SPRING DELIGHT – full-orchestra premier + Haydn’s Bear
3.28.26 – MIGHTY KEYS – passionate piano with Alon Goldstein
4.11.26 – DVOŘÁK TO DEBUSSY – Taylor Shorey & string quartet
4.17.26 – MOONLIGHT, MUSIC, & METEORS* – playground pops + celestial wonders
4.23.26 – SUNDOWN AT RENAISSANCE* – spring edition with MSO
5.8.26 – PEPSI POPS – blast in the park + celebrating USA’s 250th
* open-air partner concert
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POI – HORIZONS: Grand Finale
2025-06-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Millsaps College Gertrude C. Ford Academic Complex Recital Hall, 1701 N State St, Jackson, MS, 39202, United States
During Premier Orchestral Institute (POI) Week — June 9-14 — we bring the joy of music to the broader community by presenting a series of summer festival concerts featuring world-class musicians. These performances are open to all, adding vibrant, family-friendly cultural events to the Jackson Metro area and enriching the local summer arts scene.
Support the music community just by attending! It’s free!

Concert Program

HORIZONS: Grand Finale
An enchanting concert of youth musicians from all over the world

Saturday, June 14, 2025
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Millsaps College Gertrude C. Ford Academic Complex Recital Hall
1701 N State St, Jackson, MS 39202
FREE

This is an enchanting concert that unites young musicians from different countries, all communicating through the universal language of music. Join us for an unforgettable morning and immerse yourself in the delightful melodies of classical music, folk music from South America, pop, and more, perfected and performed by talented young POI participants in three orchestras – Young Haydns, Da Capo, and POI Virtuosi. Our concert also features guest soloists and conductors from different continents. Don’t miss out on this exceptional youth musical event!
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POI 2025 Concert Schedule

Tuesday, June 10 – Masters in the Spotlight (free)
Wednesday, June 11 – Skyline Serenades (ticketed fundraiser)
Thursday, June 12 – Classic Notes: A Chamber Music Extravaganza (free)
Friday, June 13 – New Sounds, Timeless Classics (free)
Saturday, June 14 – Horizons: Grand Finale (free)

POI – New Sounds, Timeless Classics
2025-06-13 19:30 - 20:30 | Millsaps College Gertrude C. Ford Academic Complex Recital Hall, 1701 N State St, Jackson, MS, 39202, United States
During Premier Orchestral Institute (POI) Week — June 9-14 — we bring the joy of music to the broader community by presenting a series of summer festival concerts featuring world-class musicians. These performances are open to all, adding vibrant, family-friendly cultural events to the Jackson Metro area and enriching the local summer arts scene.
Support the music community just by attending! It’s free!

Concert Program

New Sounds, Timeless Classics
An exceptional evening premiering “October Light” by Michele Allegro (Italy)

Friday, June 13, 2025
7:30 - 8:30 pm
Millsaps College Gertrude C. Ford Academic Complex Recital Hall
1701 N State St, Jackson, MS 39202
FREE

Get ready for a night of new sounds and timeless classics! The Master Camerata Orchestra will be performing the world premiere “October Light” by Michele Allegro (Italy) with star conductor Germán Gutiérrez.
Enjoy the stunning sounds of Dvořák, Saint-Saëns Cello Concerto with soloist Francisco Vila, as well as music from South America.
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POI 2025 Concert Schedule

Tuesday, June 10 – Masters in the Spotlight (free)
Wednesday, June 11 – Skyline Serenades (ticketed fundraiser)
Thursday, June 12 – Classic Notes: A Chamber Music Extravaganza (free)
Friday, June 13 – New Sounds, Timeless Classics (free)
Saturday, June 14 – Horizons: Grand Finale (free)

Star conductor Germán Gutiérrez

Professor Germán Augusto Gutiérrez has served as Director of Orchestras and Professor of Orchestral Studies at Fort Worth’s Texas Christian University (TCU) as well as Director of TCU’s Latin American Music Center and biennial Latin American Music Festival since 1996. Since 2000, Dr. Gutiérrez has also served as Music Director of the Fort Worth Youth Orchestra (FWYO).
Maestro Gutiérrez is a frequent guest conductor of professional orchestras in the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Asia, Africa and Oceania.
Under his baton, the TCU Symphony and the FWYO have achieved exceptional levels of recognition. Both groups have traveled on numerous international tours. With the TCU Symphony, Maestro Gutiérrez has also conducted the world premieres of more than sixty contemporary works.
For his involvement and dedication to TCU, Maestro Gutiérrez received the Dean’s Teaching Award, the Dean’s Award for Research and Creative Activity, and the 2003 Chancellor’s Award for Distinguished Research and Creative Activity, the highest award that the university bestows.

Guest cellist Francisco Vila

Vila is a soloist and chamber musician renowned for his sensitivity, penetrating sound and technical mastery of his instrument. His performance career spans Asia, Europe, and the Americas, where he has captivated audiences with his artistry, depth and unique sound.
Francisco’s collaborations highlight his versatility and dedication to musical excellence, performing alongside celebrated artists such as Gary Hoffman, Cho-Liang Lin, Maria João Pires, Nobuko Imai, and members of the Juilliard String Quartet, among others.
Making his orchestral debut at the age of 14, he has appeared as a soloist with renowned orchestras worldwide, including the Houston Symphony, the Simón Bolivar Symphony Orchestra, the Liège Royal Philharmonic, the Royal Chamber Orchestra of Wallonia, the Santander Festival Orchestra, all principal orchestras in his native Ecuador, among others.

POI – Classic Notes: A Chamber Music Extravaganza
2025-06-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Millsaps College Gertrude C. Ford Academic Complex Recital Hall, 1701 N State St, Jackson, MS, 39202, United States
During Premier Orchestral Institute (POI) Week — June 9-14 — we bring the joy of music to the broader community by presenting a series of summer festival concerts featuring world-class musicians. These performances are open to all, adding vibrant, family-friendly cultural events to the Jackson Metro area and enriching the local summer arts scene.
Support the music community just by attending! It’s free!

Concert Program

Classic Notes: A Chamber Music Extravaganza

An evening of musical richness and connection

Thursday, June 12, 2025
7:00 - 8:00 pm
Millsaps College Gertrude C. Ford Academic Complex Recital Hall
1701 N State St, Jackson, MS 39202
FREE

Featuring an ensemble of POI guest artists and faculty, this concert offers a carefully curated program that spans eras and emotions — from the delicate interplay of classical masterworks to bold contemporary expressions.
Chamber music, often described as “the music of friends,” invites listeners into a close and personal experience — where nuance, collaboration, and artistic conversation take center stage. Whether you are a seasoned concertgoer or new to the genre, this evening promises musical richness and connection in a setting that brings performers and audience closer together.
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POI 2025 Concert Schedule

Tuesday, June 10 – Masters in the Spotlight (free)
Wednesday, June 11 – Skyline Serenades (ticketed fundraiser)
Thursday, June 12 – Classic Notes: A Chamber Music Extravaganza (free)
Friday, June 13 – New Sounds, Timeless Classics (free)
Saturday, June 14 – Horizons: Grand Finale (free)

POI – Skyline Serenades: Tango to the Balkans
2025-06-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Capital Towers rooftop, 125 S. Congress St, Suite 1800, Jackson, MS, 39201, United States
During Premier Orchestral Institute (POI) Week — June 9-14 — we bring the joy of music to the broader community by presenting a series of summer festival concerts featuring world-class musicians. These performances are open to all, adding vibrant, family-friendly cultural events to the Jackson Metro area and enriching the local summer arts scene.
Purchase a ticket (or two) as a way to help fund future POI scholarships and programs!

Concert Program
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Skyline Serenades: Tango to the Balkans
A journey through vibrant and soulful music

Wednesday, June 11, 2025
7:00 - 8:00 pm
Capital Towers rooftop
125 S. Congress St, Suite 1800, Jackson, MS 39201
Ticketed event benefiting Premier Orchestral Institute
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Featuring internationally acclaimed tango specialist Alejandro Drago, alongside POI guest artists and faculty, this one-night-only rooftop concert blends soulful melodies with panoramic skyline views and curated refreshments. All proceeds go to scholarships and programming of POI — help us bring more music to the community!
Admission $35. Reserve your spot at info@poimso.com by June 9th.
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POI 2025 Concert Schedule

Tuesday, June 10 – Masters in the Spotlight (free) Wednesday, June 11 – Skyline Serenades (ticketed fundraiser) Thursday, June 12 – Classic Notes: A Chamber Music Extravaganza (free) Friday, June 13 – New Sounds, Timeless Classics (free) Saturday, June 14 – Horizons: Grand Finale (free)

Internationally acclaimed tango specialist Alejandro Drago

Hailed by music critics as “a superb musician” with the “classical virtuosity of a Heifetz or Perlman,” the “suave café style of Florian Zabach” and the “jazzy insouciance of Stephane Grappelli,” Alejandro Drago has “crisscrossed the line between concerto virtuoso and jazz soloist.” His versatile musicianship has allowed him to be successful with many diverse styles and genres.

Alejandro’s scholarly works have become important references in English language scholarly studies of Tango music. He maintains strong connections with the music of his homeland through his career as a performer, researcher, lecturer, composer and arranger. His symphonic and chamber arrangements of Argentine music have been performed extensively in Europe and Latin America, as well as in the United States by the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra.

POI – Masters in the Spotlight
2025-06-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Millsaps College Gertrude C. Ford Academic Complex Recital Hall, 1701 N State St, Jackson, MS, 39202, United States
During Premier Orchestral Institute (POI) Week — June 9-14 — we bring the joy of music to the broader community by presenting a series of summer festival concerts featuring world-class musicians. These performances are open to all, adding vibrant, family-friendly cultural events to the Jackson Metro area and enriching the local summer arts scene.
Support the music community just by attending! It’s free!

Concert Program

Masters in the Spotlight
An evening with the masters behind the music

Tuesday, June 10, 2025
7:00 - 8:00 pm
Millsaps College Gertrude C. Ford Academic Complex Recital Hall
1701 N State St, Jackson, MS 39202
FREE concert

Join us for a powerful showcase featuring the internationally renowned POI faculty and guest artists, stepping into the spotlight as soloists. This concert offers a rare opportunity to experience the depth, virtuosity, and artistry of musicians who are not only celebrated performers but also revered educators.
Each artist brings their unique voice and mastery to the stage — whether through soaring melodies, dazzling technique, or soul-stirring expression. Expect an inspiring evening of musical brilliance across a range of instruments and styles, curated to celebrate both individual excellence and collective artistry.
Soloists include:
Jae Won Seo, violin (South Korea)
Alejandro Drago, violin (Argentina)
Mario Rivera, viola (Honduras)
Shirley Kim, cello (United States)
Francisco Vila, cello (Ecuador)
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POI 2025 Concert Schedule

Tuesday, June 10 – Masters in the Spotlight (free)
Wednesday, June 11 – Skyline Serenades (ticketed fundraiser)
Thursday, June 12 – Classic Notes: A Chamber Music Extravaganza (free)
Friday, June 13 – New Sounds, Timeless Classics (free)
Saturday, June 14 – Horizons: Grand Finale (free)

Pops 3: Pepsi Pops
2025-05-16 19:30 | Old Trace Park at the Rez, 422 Post Road, Ridgeland, MS, 39157, United States
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MSO’s Pops Concert series is sponsored by Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi.

MSO’s Pepsi Pops Concert series is presented by Pepsi & Brown Bottling Group.

Pepsi Pops
Blast in the park
NEW DATE: Friday, May 16, 7:30 pm, Old Trace Park. Tickets and parking passes will be honored for the new date.
Against the backdrop of a balmy sunset, a starry night sky and the gentle waves of the Rez, MSO treats listeners young, old and in-between to a lineup of favorites from stage, screen and the top of the charts. Bring the kids, bring the parents, bring a date, bring some friends, bring a picnic if you like — this outdoor charmer fits all. Count on the always-splendid fireworks at the end to unite the crowd with a feel-good exclamation point!
SCHEDULE:
5:30 p.m. – Gates open
6:30 p.m. – David Keary + Friends
7:30 p.m. – MSO concert
Fireworks Finale
WELCOME: Chairs, blankets, and picnics
NOT WELCOME: Glass, alcohol, and tents
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Tickets

Tickets are sold online using the “Buy Tickets” button.
Advance tickets ($15). Tickets ($20) are also be available at the gate. Cash and Cards are accepted. Present your ticket on a mobile device or print it. The QR code must be present.
For assistance with ticket purchases contact MSO Patron Services by phone or email.

Sponsors

EVENT & MEDIA SPONSORS:

Pre-Concert Entertainment

Beginning at 6:30 p.m.
David Keary + Friends

Parking Info + Entry Gates

Parking in the lot to the west of the park is free.
VIP Parking Pass $35
Permits parking in the lot closest to the green space and is accessible through the gate located on Post Road.
Purchase VIP Parking Passes In-Advance or At Post Road Entry Gate
Parking Passes may be requested in advance (with MSO Patron Services by phone or email). Passes will be mailed by USPS. No pre-paid parking passes will be sold/mailed event week. VIP Entry Gate parking pass purchases permitted while space permits. Cash and cards accepted.

Food + Drink

Food Trucks will be on site.
Food vendors include Pig & Pint and Poppy Pies.
Dessert vendors include Mo’ Betta Dessert Bar and Street Dough.
WELCOME:
Chairs, blankets, and picnics
NOT WELCOME:
Glass, alcohol, umbrellas and tents

Moonlight, Music, & Meteors - NEW DATE!
2025-05-03 19:30 - 22:00 | “The Den” in LeFleur’s Bluff State Park, Riverside Park Circle, Jackson, 39216, United States
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Tickets can be purchased at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science website.

Moonlight, Music, & Meteors
playground pops + celestial wonders
On Saturday, May 3, imagine a night under the stars with the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra! Visit with area physicists, astronomers, and NASA Solar System Ambassadors during the Lyrid meteor shower!
Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets.
TICKETS: $20 online until Noon on May 1, 2025 or $25 at the door
Concessions will be available (not included with admission).
In the event of rain, an alternate date will be announced.
This project is supported in part by funding from the Mississippi Arts Commission, a state agency, and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.
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Sponsors

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Tickets

General admission tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at door.
Tickets are sold online using the “Buy Tickets” button. Present your ticket on a mobile device or print it.

Venue & Parking Information

The Venue: “The Den” in LeFleur’s Bluff State Park, Riverside Park Cir, Jackson, MS 39216
Parking: museum parking lot plus street parking

Sundown at Renaissance - NEW DATE!
2025-04-29 19:30 - 21:30 | Renaissance At Colony Park, 1000 Highland Colony Pkwy, Ridgeland, 39157, United States
FREE open-air, community partner concert

Sundown at Renaissance
featuring MSO and jazz musician Raphael Semmes
On Tuesday, April 29, grab a snack and a Go Cup from Malco Renaissance Cinema Grill & Bar or nearby Renaissance restaurants and make yourself comfortable on the green space for a FREE open-air concert with the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra!
Program highlights:
Pink Panther theme, Mission Impossible theme + Red Hot Rhythms, In the Pink, and Mississippi Feels Like Comin’ Home with Raphael Semmes
Come hang out and enjoy some smooth tunes with us!
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Sponsors

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Venue & Parking Information

The Venue: Renaissance at Colony Park, Show Fountain Stage, 1000 Highland Colony Pkwy, Ridgeland, MS 39157
Parking: surrounding outdoor mall parking lot

Bravo 5: Epic Heights
2025-04-12 19:30 - 21:00 | Madison Central High School Auditorium, 1417 Highland Colony Parkway, Madison, MS, 39110, United States
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Given the prolonged closure of Thalia Mara Hall,
this concert will be held at
Madison Central High School.
1417 Highland Colony Parkway
Madison, MS 39110

Tickets are now available as general admission seating.

Epic Heights
Piano passion + revered masterworks
In an evening designed to excite, favorite guest artist Scott Cuellar returns for a deep dive into the extremes of piano virtuosity with Rachmaninoff’s sumptuous and spirited Piano Concerto No. 3. Sibelius’ powerful Symphony No. 5 caps the evening and the Bravo Series with an awe-inspiring finale.

MSO’s Bravo Concert series is sponsored by the Selby and Richard McRae Foundation.

Featured Musicians

Scott Cuellar, piano
Scott Cuellar Lauded for illuminating music’s emotional core, Cuellar’s talents have taken him to prestigious global venues, New York to Vienna to China, and solo appearances with orchestras across America. Cuellar has taken top prizes at the San Antonio, Virginia Waring and New Orleans international piano competitions. He is an acclaimed and passionate professor and currently on the music faculty at Syracuse University.

Tickets

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6:30pm
Box Office opens at the venue.
7:00pm
Venue doors open.

Chamber 4: Spirited Musique
2025-03-29 19:30 - 21:00 | Woodworth Chapel Tougaloo College, 6550 Tougaloo Blvd., Jackson, MS, 39214, United States
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Contact MSO Patron Services now to purchase season tickets. Single ticket sales open August 15.

Spirited Musique
Captivating combinations
This delightful evening takes full advantage of Woodworth Chapel’s excellent acoustics – from Saint-Saens’ vibrant Septet to Mozart’s virtuosic Oboe Quartet featuring MSO’s Julie Hudik. Don’t miss the welcome return of Jessie Montgomery’s mesmerizing Strum in the spotlight with the Mississippi Symphony String Quartet and Stravinsky’s Three Pieces for Solo Clarinet in a standout moment for MSO Principal Clarinet Jorge Diez.

MSO’s Chamber Concert series is sponsored by Communication Arts Company.
This concert sponsored by
Lesly Gaynor Murray
in memory of Stephen C. Edds.

Featured Musicians

Mississippi Symphony String Quartet
Vince Massimino, violin
Bonnie Brown, violin
Ausra Jasineviciute, viola
Veronica Parrales, cello
Jorge Diez, clarinet

Jorge Diez, clarinet
Jorge Diez MSO’s Principal Clarinetist Jorge Diez is a native of Colombia. He has performed across three continents and in six countries, and collaborated with notable orchestras under the baton of renowned conductors such as Gustavo Dudamel. With studies at El Sistema de Orquestas, a Bachelor of Music from Columbus State University, he is currently pursuing a Master of Music at the University of Alabama.

Julie Hudik, oboe
Julie Hudik MSO Principal Oboe Julie Hudik earned a Bachelor of Music at Kent State University and a Master of Music Performance at Baylor University, where she performed with the Waco Symphony Orchestra. She attended the University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory of Music as a Fellow and earned an Artist’s Certificate in Oboe Performance. Julie has performed in notable masterclasses and orchestras of Missouri and Texas, and as a freelance musician.

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6:30pm
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Gala 2025 - A Star is Born
2025-03-21 18:00 - 23:00 | Clyde Muse Center, 15 Country Pl Pkwy, Pearls, MS, 39208, United States
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Bravo 4: Vibrant Colors
2025-03-08 19:30 - 21:00 | Jackson Academy Performing Arts Center, 4908 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, MS, 39211, United States
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Given the prolonged closure of Thalia Mara Hall,
this concert will be held at
Jackson Academy Performing Arts Center.
4908 Ridgewood Road
Jackson, MS 39211
Tickets are now available for general seating.

Vibrant Colors
World music + Prokofiev brilliance
Grammy-winning guest tabla master Sandeep Das, a member of the Silk Road Ensemble, tells the stories of distant lands in Dinuk Wijeratne’s spellbinding Concerto for Tabla and Orchestra in a concert that heralds the Hindu spring festival Holi. The evening further entrances with Prokofiev’s exhilarating Symphony No. 5.

MSO’s Bravo Concert series is sponsored by the Selby and Richard McRae Foundation.
Feature Artist Sponsors:
Kris & Mona Graham

Featured Musician

Sandeep Das, tabla
Sandeep Das Guest tablist, Sandeep Das, leads a prolific international musical career characterized by tradition, innovation, and a passion for spreading love and joy. The Grammy-winning composer, educator, and Guggenheim Fellow began his training at age 7 and debuted at 17. He collaborates with top musicians and ensembles from across the globe — Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble, with whom he has performed for the past 21 years, as well as Paquito D’Rivera, Bobby McFerrin, and iconic orchestras like the New York Philharmonic, Boston Symphony, and Chicago Symphony.

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6:30pm Box Office opens at the venue. 7:00pm Venue doors open.

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Pops 2: Wonder of John Williams
2025-02-22 19:30 - 21:00 | Christ United Jackson, 6000 Old Canton Rd, Jackson, MS, 39211-6494, United States
Wonder of John Williams
Movie music of our lives
John Williams’ sweeping breadth of music has become the soundtrack of our moviegoing lives. Going far beyond his Star Wars universe, MSO spins a golden evening of sci-fi, fantasy, and movie themes — E.T., Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, Superman, Raiders of the Lost Ark and more — that activate imaginations and invite cosplay fun.

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Given the prolonged closure of Thalia Mara Hall, this concert will be held at
Christ United Church
6000 Old Canton Rd
Jackson, MS 39211
Tickets are now available as general admission seating.
A box office at the venue will also open at 6:30PM concert night.
More details below.

Parking Information

Parking is available on BOTH the north and south entrances to Christ United. Doors at both entrances will be open for patrons to enter. 6:30PM Christ United Doors Open 7:00 PM Auditorium Doors Open Click image to enlarge map in new window.

Featured Musicians

Vince Massimino, violin
Vince Massimino Interim MSO Concertmaster Vince Massimino is a native of Annapolis, Maryland, where he studied violin privately and achieved such honors as solo appearances with the Annapolis and Baltimore Symphonies. He earned a Bachelor of Music from North Texas State and studied at the University of Maryland. Vince performs with orchestras and opera companies across the Southeast.

Ticket Details

Tickets are sold online using the “Buy Tickets” button. Present your ticket on a mobile device or print it to enter Christ United.
6:30pm Box Office opens at the venue
7:00pm Venue doors open.
Season Ticket Holders, Conductor’s Circle, Connoisseur, and Loge seating assigned to Thalia Mara Hall will enjoy reserve seating at this concert.
See an usher for assistance.
For assistance with ticket purchases through Thursday, Feb 20, contact MSO Patron Services by phone or email.

MSO’s Pops Concert series is sponsored by Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi.

This concert is sponsored by

Chamber 3: Alluring Charms
2025-02-15 19:30 - 21:00 | St. James’ Episcopal Church, 3925 Oakridge Dr., Jackson, MS, 39216, United States
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Alluring Charms
Eloquent expressions of spring
The creative, joyful verve of MSO Maestro Crafton Beck’s Baroque-influenced Concerto Grosso is back by popular demand in an exquisite evening that also delivers the short works of Tomas Tallis as an a cappella treat by the St. James’ Compline Choir. The contrasting minimalist fun of Steve Reich’s Duet follows, and the rich textures and innovative splendor of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 1 deliver a fitting, high-point finish.

MSO’s Chamber Concert series is sponsored by Communication Arts Company.

Featured Musicians

St. James’ Compline Choir
St. James’ Compline Choir The members of St. James’ Compline Choir have been singing the Night Prayer since 2019. This group of friends, from various choral backgrounds, also performs locally and in collaboration with the choirs of Millsaps College, developing its own character and mission to promote awareness and participation in choral music.

Bonnie Brown, violin

Daniel Jones, violin

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6:30pm
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7:00pm
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Bravo 3: Magnificent Strings
2025-02-01 19:30 - 21:00 | Madison Central High School Auditorium, 1417 Highland Colony Parkway, Madison, MS, 39110, United States
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Magnificent Strings
Virtuosic harp + Brahms favorite
Brilliant guest harpist Emmanuel Ceysson shares the infectious passion and virtuosic splendor that rocketed the young Frenchman to global prominence in Gliere’s irresistibly gorgeous Concerto for Harp. This can’t-miss concert thrills, too, with Brahms’ rapturous masterwork Symphony No. 1, an all-time musician and audience favorite.

MSO’s Bravo Concert series is sponsored by the Selby and Richard McRae Foundation.
Feature Guest Artist -Emmanuel Ceysson (HARP)- sponsored by
Grace P. and Sidney Shinn Lee

Featured Musicians

Emmanuel Ceysson, harp
Emmanuel Ceysson Internationally acclaimed guest harpist Emmanuel Ceysson is currently with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, after years as Principal Harp with Opéra National de Paris and New York MET Opera Orchestra. Born and raised in France, his advanced music education and international distinctions began at age 16, paving the way for a globe-spinning career as a recitalist in major concert venues, a soloist with leading orchestras, a feature at important music festivals, and a recording artist with broad discography. Emmanuel invests time and energy in masterclasses worldwide and teaches a harp studio at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music.

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6:30pm
Box Office opens at the venue.
7:00pm
Venue doors open.

Parking Information

Paid parking (approximately $10) is available at City Centre Garage located across Pascagoula Street on the north side of Thalia Mara Hall. All 4 surrounding streets allow garage entrance.

Street parking is available at Thalia Mara Hall and its surrounding streets by parking meter or mobile app.

Accessible parking is available on West Street.

Chamber 2: Mozart Glow
2025-01-11 19:30 - 21:00 | Belhaven University Center for the Arts, 835 Riverside Dr., Jackson, MS, 39202, United States
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Mozart Glow
Brilliance by candlelight
Krommer’s dynamic Concerto No. 2 for Two Clarinets flows in the hands of MSO’s finest and centers an evening that opens with Cimarosa’s Caio Maria Overture and closes with a rousing feel-good finish of Mozart’s huge, daring and unforgettable Symphony No. 40. This cozy, candlelit evening captivates with pure music at its absolute best!

MSO’s Chamber Concert series is sponsored by Communication Arts Company.

Concert Sponsors:
Emerson (Bud) & Judy Robinson

Featured Musicians

Jorge Diez, clarinet
Jorge Diez MSO’s Principal Clarinetist Jorge Diez is a native of Colombia. He has performed across three continents and in six countries, and collaborated with notable orchestras under the baton of renowned conductors such as Gustavo Dudamel. With studies at El Sistema de Orquestas, a Bachelor of Music from Columbus State University, he is currently pursuing a Master of Music at the University of Alabama.

Lowell Hollinger, clarinet
Lowell Hollinger MSO’s Second Clarinetist, Lowell Hollinger, is a native of Miami, Florida. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Bachelor of Music in Performance at Jackson State University, a Master of Music in Clarinet Performance from Louisiana State University, and is currently finishing a Ph.D. at the University of Southern Mississippi. Lowell is principal of the Mississippi Wind Symphony, teaches at JSU, and performs with orchestras in the region.

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6:30pm
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7:00pm
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Bravo 2: Emotional Depths
2024-11-16 19:30 - 21:00 | Jackson Prep Fortenberry Theatre & McRae Stage, 3100 Lakeland Drive, Flowood, 39232, United States
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Emotional Depths
Bold cello spotlight + spirited suites

Renowned guest cellist Patrice Jackson brings her charismatic best to Shostakovich’s searing Cello Concerto No. 1, in the dramatic heart of an evening that also features the lively rhythms of Dvořák’s Slavonic Dances, Sibelius’ melancholic Valse Triste, and Schumann’s poetic and innovative Symphony No. 4.

MSO’s Bravo Concert series is sponsored by the Selby and Richard McRae Foundation.

Parking Info

Accessible parking is behind the Performing Arts Center. At the gate, please specify you desire accessible parking.
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Sips & Nibbles

Available in theatre common-area will be a refreshment stand. More details coming soon!

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6:30pm
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7:00pm
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Featured Musicians

Patrice Jackson, cello
Patrice Jackson Charismatic guest cellist Patrice Jackson is a winner of the nationally renowned Sphinx Competition and the recipient of the Yale University Aldo Parisot Prize. She received both a Bachelor of Music and Artist Diploma from the Juilliard School, and a Master of Music from the Yale School of Music. The Jackson native has performed with orchestras and ensembles nationwide, plus played behind iconic artists Alicia Keys, Kanye West, J-Cole, and Stevie Wonder. Currently on the faculty of Boston’s Berklee College of Music and its Conservatory, Patrice is also the new artistic director of its Film Scoring Orchestra division, and teaches at the Boston University Tanglewood Institute Young Artist Program.
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Symphony in the CommUNITY
2024-11-10 15:00 - 17:00 | Cade Chapel MB Church, 1000 W Ridgeway St, Jackson, MS, 39213, United States
Admission: Pay-As-You-Can

Symphony in the Community
Concert & conversation
In addition to our regular season, MSO is pleased to introduce new opportunities to hear fresh voices. These collaborative concerts celebrate the rich local talents of our shared community of music. The informal, free matinees present innovative combinations and unexpected wonders in repertoire and performance, plus offer a post-concert opportunity to chat with the artists, share insights and learn more.
Acclaimed cellist Patrice Jackson returns to her Cade Chapel family roots with solo highlights revisiting time-honored spirituals and premiering her own world-music-centered work. This informal matinee also includes a “dialogue” of Aaron Copland and Florence Price works, and concludes with a post-concert chat.

This concert is sponsored by

Featured Musicians

Patrice Jackson, cello
Patrice Jackson Charismatic guest cellist Patrice Jackson is a winner of the nationally renowned Sphinx Competition and the recipient of the Yale University Aldo Parisot Prize. She received both a Bachelor of Music and Artist Diploma from the Juilliard School, and a Master of Music from the Yale School of Music. The Jackson native has performed with orchestras and ensembles nationwide, plus played behind iconic artists Alicia Keys, Kanye West, J-Cole, and Stevie Wonder. Currently on the faculty of Boston’s Berklee College of Music and its Conservatory, Patrice is also the new artistic director of its Film Scoring Orchestra division, and teaches at the Boston University Tanglewood Institute Young Artist Program.
Terrance Evans, piano
Terrance Evans Guest pianist Terrance Evans has traveled, recorded, and performed with various local and national artists. A native of Jackson, he continues to develop his artistry through instruction, performance, collaboration, and production. Terrance holds a Bachelor of Music degree from Jackson State University and a Master of Music degree from the University of Mississippi, both with emphasis on piano performance.

Pops 1: Jacktown Sons
2024-10-26 19:30 - 21:00 | Jackson Academy Performing Arts Center, 4908 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, MS, 39211, United States
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Jacktown Sons
Soulful stirrings of timeless R&B
MSO and an award-winning Jackson-based quartet launch an exciting new collaboration, amplifying the riches of soul, gospel Motown and R&B with orchestral oomph. Temptations-like steps, old-school harmonies, ‘60s gold and ‘70s savvy put JackTown Sons on a fast and flashy track to deliver throwback faves like you’ve never heard them before!

MSO’s Pops Concert series is sponsored by Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi.

This concert is sponsored by

This concert’s feature artists sponsored by
Frascogna Law Group, PLLC

Featured Musicians

JackTown Sons, band & singers
JackTown Sons Formerly known as Compozitionz, the JackTown Sons band and singers earned their performing chops playing with music icons Michael Bolton, Grace Bumbry, Cassandra Wilson, Peabo Bryson, Ronald Isley, and an array of artists across Europe. Fusing rhythm and blues, gospel, jazz and classical music with infectious energy, choreography, and the sound of their Mississippi roots, the group has redefined tribute band with songs like “I Heard It Through the Grapevine,” “Can’t Get Next to You,” “Land of 1000 Dances,” and “Tracks of My Tears.”

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6:30pm
Box Office opens at the venue.
7:00pm
Venue doors open.

Parking Information

Enter Jackson Academy off of Ridgewood Road at the main entrance with a campus gate. Parking will be directly in front of you past the gate, the performing arts center will be immediately on your right situated in the northwest corner of campus.

Bravo 1: Orchestral Fireworks
2024-10-12 19:30 - 21:00 | Madison Central High School Auditorium, 1417 Highland Colony Parkway, Madison, MS, 39110, United States
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Orchestral Fireworks
Full-throttle showcase + piano hallmark
The all-out, full-orchestra spectacle of Ravel’s most popular Bolero will not disappoint in an evening packed to perfection, including Wagner’s sublime prelude to his best-loved opera Tristan and Isolde and MSO pianist Tyler Kemp in Margaret Bonds’ inspiring Spiritual Suite. Respighi’s glorious and much-requested Pines of Rome caps the night with stirring majesty.

MSO’s Bravo Concert series is sponsored by the Selby and Richard McRae Foundation.

Featured Musician

Tyler Kemp, piano
Tyler Kemp Pianist and collaborator Tyler Kemp directs Collaborative Piano at Mississippi College. He showcases his artistry in exciting performances of classical, jazz, and pop music, and is in high demand as a musician and soloist. A frequent performer with Mississippi Opera, Tyler holds a Bachelor and a Master of Music degree from Mississippi College and is music director at Bellwether Church.

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6:30pm
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7:00pm
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Chamber 1: Beloved Baroque
2024-09-07 19:30 - 21:00 | St. Andrew’s Episcopal Cathedral, 305 E Capitol St., Jackson, 39201
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Beloved Baroque
Soloists shine in Italian classics
Get swept up in the rich charm of this perennially popular chamber concert highlighted by acclaimed guest viola da gambist Lisa Terry in Marais’ playful Couplets des Folies d’Espagne, MSO Principal Flutist Amulet Strange in Vivaldi’s lovely Flute Concerto, and a debut performance by MSO’s Principal Trumpet Davan Sagara.

MSO’s Chamber Concert series is sponsored by Communication Arts Company.

This concert sponsored by
Vaughan & Nora-Frances McRae

Featured Musicians

Davan Sagara, trumpet
Davan Sagara MSO’s new Principal Trumpet Davan earned his bachelor’s degree in applied music and music education at the Eastman School of Music, studying with James Thompson. He received the President’s Scholarship and Dean’s List award from ESM and won Hawaii’s Kamuela Philharmonic, Madeline Schatz-Harris Concerto Competition at age 17.
Lisa Terry, horn
Lisa Terry Guest viola da gambist Lisa Terry performs and teaches in New York City, where she is a member of Parthenia Viol Consort. Lisa is principal cellist and viol soloist with Tempesta di Mare, Philadelphia’s baroque orchestra, and is also a member of the Dryden Ensemble in Princeton. She has appeared to great acclaim as soloist in the Passions of J.S.Bach with noted orchestras across the country.
Amulet Strange, flute
Amulet Strange MSO’s Principal Flute Amulet Strange is also a member of the MSO Woodwind Quintet and teaches at Jackson State University and Mississippi College. She is a popular soloist and chamber musician with orchestras and music festivals across the South. A Texas native and Interlochen Arts Academy graduate, she holds a Master of Music from Rice University and Bachelor of Music from San Francisco Conservatory of Music.

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6:30pm
Box Office opens at the venue.
7:00pm
Venue doors open.

Jackson Symphony League 2024 Gala
2024-03-01 00:00 - 23:59 | Old Capitol Inn, 226 N State Street, Jackson, 39201, United States

Symphony in the CommUNITY
2023-10-29 15:00 - 17:00 | Cade Chapel MB Church, 1000 W Ridgeway St, Jackson, MS, 39213, United States
Free Entry

Symphony in the Community
Concert & conversation — featuring 5th Child, Teneia Sanders, Cade Chapel Chorale & MSO String Quartet
Hand in hand with Cade Chapel MB Church, MSO rejoices in the rich local talents of our shared community of music. This matinee of fresh combinations and unexpected wonders features 5th Child, Teneia Sanders, and Cade Chapel Chorale with MSO. Selections include Fela Sowande’s African Suite, Jessie Montgomery’s Strum and Mozart’s lovely “Grand Partita.” Post-concert conversation expounds on enlightening details and common bonds.

Featured Musicians

MISSISSIPPI SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
CADE CHAPEL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH
5th Child SONGWRITER & VOCALIST
Teneia Sanders SONGWRITER & VOCALIST
Cade Chapel Chorale VOCALISTS

Designer Showhouse
2023-10-13 00:00 - 2023-10-15 23:59 | MS
MSO’s Designer Showhouse
Join us for the first-ever MSO Designer Showhouse featuring the home of design star Erik Kegler! Recently redone with his design partner and husband Brennan Hovell, their newly refurbished home will be open October 13-14-15.* Events include an exclusive celebration on Friday, Oct. 13 followed by two days of home and garden tours on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 14-15.
Proceeds benefit the music, musicians, and education programs of MSO.
*Select the specific date you wish to attend when purchasing. Ticket summaries below.

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Ticket Details and Options

Friday, Oct. 13 – MSO Designer Showhouse Preview Party
• Exclusive access to the preview party held at home and garden of Erik Kegler and Brennan Hovell
• Menu catered by Jennifer and Derek Emerson
• Featuring musicians of the MSO
• 7-10 PM at the first home built on Northside Drive and formerly owned by Betty Love McClarty
• $200 per person (limited number of tickets)

Saturday, Oct. 14 – Home Tour Options
Exclusive Homeowners’-Guided Tours
• With designers Erik Kegler and Brennan Hovell
• Wine-tasting to follow
• Access to MSO Showhouse Pop-Up Shop – an on-site curated boutique
• 4:30 and 5:00 PM
• $75 per person

Self-guided home and garden tours
• Access to MSO Showhouse Pop-Up Shop – an on-site curated boutique
• 10AM-3:30 PM
• $40 per person

Sunday, Oct. 15 – Home Tour Options
Exclusive Homeowners’-Guided Tours
• With designers Erik Kegler and Brennan Hovell
• Champagne Tasting to follow
• Access to MSO Showhouse Pop-Up Shop – an on-site curated boutique
• 11:00 and 11:30 AM
• $75 per person

Self-guided home and garden tours
• Access to MSO Showhouse Pop-Up Shop – an on-site curated boutique
• 12:00 to -4:00 PM
• $40 per person

Parking Information

Friday night parking will be valet parking.
Saturday and Sunday parking is available on nearby streets.
*Accessible Parking is available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in the venue driveway at 1855 Northside Drive.
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We thank these sponsors for supporting the music, musicians, and education programs of MSO.

Sponsor: Design Showhouse
Place your name or your brand before hundreds of people in conjunction with Designer Showhouse. Limited number of $2,500 sponsorships available.
$2,500 Sponsorship Package
• 4 attendee tickets to the Friday, Oct. 13 opening night party at the home* and garden of Erik Kegler and Brennan Hovell
• 2 tickets to any 2023-24 Season Bravo Series Concert
• Discount (20%) at the MSO Showhouse Pop-Up Shop – an on-site curated boutique
• Recognition in promotional efforts and social media
• Recognition in venue event signage
• Listing in the 2024-25 MSO Season Program Book
• Listing among the MSO website sponsors
*The first home built on Northside drive and formerly owned by Betty Love McClarty

Sponsor Event

Sundown at Renaissance
2023-10-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Renaissance At Colony Park, 1000 Highland Colony Pkwy, Ridgeland, 39157, United States
Sundown at Renaissance
Come enjoy an outdoor bluegrass musical event with the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra, featuring Bill Ellison, Temperance Babcock-Steiskal, and Jeff Perkins performing on the Renaissance Show Fountain Stage Thursday, October 12 6:30-8:30pm. Grab a snack and a Go Cup from Malco Renaissance Cinema Grill & Bar or other nearby Renaissance restaurants and join us on the green space for this FREE concert by presenter Renaissance at Colony Park.
Chairs and blankets are welcome.
No outside food or beverages please.
Program includes:
Elmer Bernstein, Arr. Patrick Russ
Main Themes from The Magnificent Seven
John Barry, Arr. Steven Rosenhaus
Selections from Dances with Wolves
Richard Hayman
Pops Hoedown
John Williams
Overture to the Cowboys
arr. Leroy Anderson
Chicken Reel
Aaron Copland
Hoedown from Rodeo
Ronan Hardiman
Lord of the Dance

BTJ Trio
Bill Ellison, Temperance Babcock and Jeff Perkins build their distinctive sound on the classic combination of fiddle, bass and acoustic guitar. Their vocal harmonies and instrumental arrangements cover the musical spectrum from Bill Monroe to the Everly Brothers to Old Crow Medicine Show.
Ellison has been a mainstay in Mississippi’s acoustic music scene both as a performer and as host of Mississippi Public Broadcasting’s “Grassroots”. Babcock, a classically trained violinist and former member of the Mississippi Symphony, has studied under Felicia Moye and has recorded with members of Ricky Skaggs’s band Kentucky Thunder. Bill and Temperance are joined by well-known bassist and vocalist Jeff Perkins.
The BTJ Trio has been much in demand performing for the Jackson Advertising Federation, the National Governors Conference at the Hard Rock Casino on the MS Gulf Coast, the Neshoba County Fair, and featured at MSO’s own Pepsi Pops.
Contact:
Bill Ellison (601) 832-4042
billellison54@gmail.com
For more information on “Grassroots” visit www.mpbonline.org

Free Concert

Symphony At Sunset (Fondren)
2023-09-28 18:30 - 20:30 | The Cedars in Fondren, 4145 Old Canton Rd, Jackson, 39216, United States
Symphony At Sunset
The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra returns to the grounds of The Cedars on Thursday, September 28 for a free community concert provided by the Fondren Renaissance Foundation. As a highlight of this year’s event, artist Ellen Langford will capture the event with a plein air painting to be auctioned at intermission. The grounds of The Cedars open at 5:30 p.m. and the program begins at 7:00 p.m.

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Symphony on the Green
2023-09-14 18:30 - 20:30 | St. Andrew’s Episcopal School (North Campus), 370 Old Agency Road (Lake Sherwood Wise), Ridgeland, 39157, United States
St. Andrew’s Episcopal School Parents’ Association welcomes MSO for a special Pops concert on Thursday, September 14, 2023.
The Concert begins at 6:30 p.m. Please come early to set up your picnic spot!
St. Andrew’s Episcopal School North Campus
Lake Sherwood Wise
370 Old Agency Road
Ridgeland, MS 39157
FREE Concert for all ages

Attendees may bring their own chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets.
Saints Booster Club will be on site selling soft drinks and water.
No animals, smoking, or alcohol, please.

Boxed Dinners:

The deadline to purchase boxed dinners is September 7th.
All pre-ordered boxed dinners may be picked up beginning at 5:00 pm in the CPA (Center for Performing Arts) Lobby

Official Event Site
