Memphis Symphony Orchestra
Kyle Dickson, conductor
Kortland Whalum, vocalist

Join the Memphis Symphony Orchestra with special guest, Kortland Whalum, for a night of music and romance.

The Memphis Composers Institute, a partnership between The Memphis Symphony Orchestra, the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music of the University of Memphis, and The Walden School, announces the results of its call for orchestra scores. Selected composers and works include Dede Ondishko (Singing Strength), Fulya Kapucugil (Leaving the Nest), and Ethan Soledad (Cages of Jade); the concert will also feature the world premiere of Curtains of Light by Walden faculty member Caroline Mallonee.

The Memphis Composers Institute celebrates composers in the early stages of their orchestral composing careers by offering a chance to have a work performed by the Memphis Symphony. The selected composers will attend a two-day event, February 3-4, 2026, including rehearsals, panel discussions, and a performance of their works by the Memphis Symphony conducted by Kyle Dickson on February 4 at Harris Hall.

Due to inclement weather and hazardous travel conditions, we have made the decision to cancel this weekend’s performances of BRAHMS SYMPHONY NO. 4 & TRUMPET VIRTUOSO. We are exploring options to reschedule the concerts and will share final updates once decisions have been confirmed.

Your safety is our highest priority, and we appreciate your flexibility and understanding. All ticket holders will receive an email with updated information and ticket options as soon as details are confirmed. 

If you have further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@memphissymphony.org.

Due to inclement weather and hazardous travel conditions, we have made the decision to cancel this weekend’s performances of BRAHMS SYMPHONY NO. 4 & TRUMPET VIRTUOSO. We are exploring options to reschedule the concerts and will share final updates once decisions have been confirmed.

Your safety is our highest priority, and we appreciate your flexibility and understanding. All ticket holders will receive an email with updated information and ticket options as soon as details are confirmed. 

If you have further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@memphissymphony.org.

Join Terry Mike Jeffrey and the Memphis Symphony Orchestra for a powerful celebration of the music Elvis Presley created right here in his hometown – Memphis, Tennessee. From Sun Studio, to Stax and American Sound, and all the way down to the Jungle Room at Graceland, this unforgettable evening will bring Elvis’ Memphis musical legacy to life with everything from heartfelt ballads to powerful concert anthems. Be part of this must-see event for fans every year!

PRESENTED BY ROADSHOW BMW
Robert Moody, conductor
Kyle Dickson, conductor
Memphis Symphony Chorus | Joseph Powell, conductor

Come experience Memphis’ most beloved holiday tradition, joined by a continuous collage of Memphis performing groups for a non-stop light and music show like you’ve never seen!

PRESENTED BY ROADSHOW BMW
Robert Moody, conductor
Kyle Dickson, conductor
Memphis Symphony Chorus | Joseph Powell, conductor

Come experience Memphis’ most beloved holiday tradition, joined by a continuous collage of Memphis performing groups for a non-stop light and music show like you’ve never seen!

Memphis Symphony League Tea

The Memphis Symphony League invites you to a special
Holiday Tea
December 12, 2025 @ 1:30pm
The Peabody Hotel | Chez Philippe Restaurant  | 149 Union Ave

Thank you to our sponsors!

Diamond Sponsor
Lura & Steve Turner

Robert Moody, conductor 
Memphis Symphony Chamber Chorus · Joseph Powell, conductor

HANDEL  Messiah

Handel's Messiah is one of the most beloved and enduring works in the choral and orchestral repertoire. With its soaring "Hallelujah Chorus" and poignant "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth," this oratorio is a celebration of hope and redemption. Under the direction of Music Director Robert Moody, this annual holiday tradition will be a stirring and majestic experience, bringing the timeless beauty of Handel's music to life.

Robert Moody, conductor 
Memphis Symphony Chamber Chorus · Joseph Powell, conductor

HANDEL  Messiah

Handel's Messiah is one of the most beloved and enduring works in the choral and orchestral repertoire. With its soaring "Hallelujah Chorus" and poignant "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth," this oratorio is a celebration of hope and redemption. Under the direction of Music Director Robert Moody, this annual holiday tradition will be a stirring and majestic experience, bringing the timeless beauty of Handel's music to life.

Robert Moody, conductor 
Memphis Symphony Chamber Chorus · Joseph Powell, conductor

HANDEL  Messiah

Handel's Messiah is one of the most beloved and enduring works in the choral and orchestral repertoire. With its soaring "Hallelujah Chorus" and poignant "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth," this oratorio is a celebration of hope and redemption. Under the direction of Music Director Robert Moody, this annual holiday tradition will be a stirring and majestic experience, bringing the timeless beauty of Handel's music to life.

Discover the Magic of the Mean One this holiday season.

Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas is a celebration of the holiday spirit no home should be without! Why is the Grinch such a grouch? No one seems to know, until little Cindy Lou Who takes matters into her own hands and turns both Whoville and the Grinch’s world upside down, inside out and funny side up in her search for the true meaning of Christmas.

Memphis Symphony Chorus
60th Anniversary Encore Concert
Joseph Powell, Conductor 

Fauré Requiem
Byrd Mass for Five Voices

October 30, 2025 | 7:30 pm
First Baptist Church
200 East Parkway North

Tickets - $10
Students - $5

Email info@memphissymphonychorus.org for more information.

Brett Mitchell, conductor

BATES Philharmonia fantastique
BERLIOZ Symphonie fantastique

Brett Mitchell, conductor

BATES Philharmonia fantastique
BERLIOZ Symphonie fantastique

Anne Harrigan, conductor
Samuel Xu, piano

RESPIGHI Ancient Airs and Dances, Suite 1
BACH Keyboard Concerto No. 1 
CORELLI Christmas Concerto 
STRAVINSKY Pulcinella Suite

Anne Harrigan, conductor
Samuel Xu, piano

RESPIGHI Ancient Airs and Dances, Suite 1
BACH Keyboard Concerto No. 1 
CORELLI Christmas Concerto 
STRAVINSKY Pulcinella Suite

In partnership with Germantown Performing Arts Center
Saturday, September 20, 2025 7:00pm · The Grove at GPAC

Rain Date Sunday, September 21, 2025 5:00pm

MSO Big Band
Scott Moore, band leader

Robert Moody, conductor
Randall Goosby, violin
TCHAIKOVSKY Violin Concerto
SIBELIUS Symphony No. 2

Robert Moody, conductor
Randall Goosby, violin
TCHAIKOVSKY Violin Concerto
SIBELIUS Symphony No. 2

Robert Moody, conductor and host

Experience the power and passion of Brahms’ long-awaited First Symphony—an epic work years in the making. Music Director Robert Moody explores how Brahms wrestled with Beethoven’s legacy to create a bold, heartfelt masterpiece that stands tall in its own right.

* The Orchestra Unplugged is a partnership between the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and the Orpheum Theatre Group’s Halloran Centre Presents.

The Spring Season ends with a return of one of Memphis's most treasured traditions - a concert dedicated to our incredible community. A free community celebration highlighting the incredible musicians from the MSO. 

MSO Big Band
Scott Moore, band leader
Susan Marshall, vocalist
Kortland Whalum, vocalist

Rain date: Monday, May 26, 2025 · 5:30pm · Overton Park Shell

Robert Moody, conductor
Sheng Cai, piano

INGRAM New Work for Orchestra
SAINT-SAËNS Piano Concerto No. 5 “Egyptian”
RACHMANINOFF Symphony No. 2

Robert Moody, conductor
Sheng Cai, piano

INGRAM New Work for Orchestra
SAINT-SAËNS Piano Concerto No. 5 “Egyptian”
RACHMANINOFF Symphony No. 2

The annual Mother’s Day outdoor celebration in the beautiful outdoor setting Dixon South Lawn featuring the MSO Big Band.

Robert Moody, conductor

Memphis Symphony Chorus, White Station High School Choir, St. George’s Independent School Choir

TIN The Drop That Contained the Sea

Memphis Symphony Orchestra Eddy Award Presentation: Kirk Whalum
Sponsored by the MSO Circle of Friends

Composer Christopher Tin crafts a breathtaking, multi-layered choral work that explores the profound significance of water in human experience. The piece weaves together diverse texts and musical styles, reflecting on water’s universal presence in cultures across the globe. From ancient poetry to contemporary reflections, the work creates an evocative, global narrative. The title of the piece draws inspiration from the idea that a single drop of water contains the essence of the sea, symbolizing both unity and the infinite cycle of life.

Robert Moody, conductor and host

The Orchestra Unplugged is a partnership between the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and the Orpheum Theatre Group.

Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf is a whimsical setting of the beloved children’s story. But is there more to the music than a Russian folk fable? Discover the hilarious and irreverent hidden insights of this music as Music Director Robert Moody takes you on a journey that is much more than a children’s story.

Join us for an unforgettable night with the Memphis Symphony Big Band, led by Scott Moore! Enjoy a mix of timeless classics and exciting new arrangements featuring two vocal powerhouses Joyce Cobb and Patrice Williamson.

Joyce Cobb is a highly acclaimed and talented musician, captivating audiences with her soulful voice and undeniable charisma. With a career spanning several decades, Joyce has earned a reputation as a true icon in the world of jazz, blues, and R&B. Her distinctive vocal stylings effortlessly blend power, emotion, and nuance, leaving listeners spellbound.

A native of Memphis, Patrice Williamson is a jazz singer who swings hard and can scat with the best of them. She’s been rightly compared to Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan in publications such as the Los Angeles Times and The All-Music Guide to Jazz

Don’t miss this celebration of jazz with the musicians of the Memphis Symphony and the vocal talents of Joyce Cobb and Patrice Williamson.

Eckart Preu, conductor
Hannah White, violin

GRAINGER Danny Boy
COLERIDGE-TAYLOR Violin Concerto
MENDELSSOHN Symphony No. 3 “Scottish”

Eckart Preu, conductor
Hannah White, violin

GRAINGER Danny Boy
COLERIDGE-TAYLOR Violin Concerto
MENDELSSOHN Symphony No. 3 “Scottish”