Dr. Rebecca Lord, conductor
Memphis Symphony Chorus - Dr. Lawrence Edwards, conductor
Mary Wilson, soprano
Samuel Cook, tenor
Joseph Parrish, baritone

HAYDN The Creation

Dr. Rebecca Lord, conductor
Memphis Symphony Chorus - Dr. Lawrence Edwards, conductor
Mary Wilson, soprano
Samuel Cook, tenor
Joseph Parrish, baritone

HAYDN The Creation

Presented by Kevin Roper
Robert Moody, conductor

PINK FLOYD/ ARR. SHOUP Suite from Dark Side of the Moon
JANÁČEK Sinfonietta
HOLST The Planets

Presented by Kevin Roper
Robert Moody, conductor

PINK FLOYD / ARR. SHOUP Suite from Dark Side of the Moon
JANÁČEK Sinfonietta
HOLST The Planets

Robert Moody, conductor and host
with Opera Memphis

*The Orchestra Unplugged Series is a collaboration between the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and the Orpheum Theatre Group.

Hosted by the Memphis Symphony League

The Rhapsody Continues Luncheon honors Hebe Award winner Lura Turner for outstanding and significant contributions, performance, and service to the arts.

Wed, February 21, 2024
Chickasaw Country Club
3395 Galloway Ave

Arrival - 11:00 am | Lunch - 11:30 am
Presentation - 11:45 am - 1:00 pm

Musical Tribute
Maestro Robert Moody, MSO Music Director
Members of the Memphis Symphony Orchestra

Presenting Sponsor
A Friend of the Symphony

Diamond Sponsor
Elisa and Ramon Marus

Gold Sponsor
The Orpheum Theatre Group

For more information about sponsorships CLICK HERE

Andrew Crust, conductor
Zuill Bailey, cello
BOSTIC “Wylie Avenue”
LALO Cello Concerto
DEBUSSY La Mer
STRAVINSKY The Firebird

Andrew Crust, conductor
Zuill Bailey, cello
BOSTIC “Wylie Avenue”
LALO Cello Concerto
DEBUSSY La Mer
STRAVINSKY The Firebird

Kyle Dickson, conductor
Marquita Richardson, soprano
Tanisha Ward, alto
Gavin Wigginson, tenor
Marcus King, baritone
Janice Curtis Greene, narrator
Michelle McKissack, narrator
Memphis Symphony Chorus
Dr. Lawrence Edwards, conductor
Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church Choir
White Station High School Choir
Cordova High School Choir
University Middle School Choir

ROBINSON The Harriet Tubman Oratorio (World Premiere)
Heather Sorenson, Arranger/Orchestrator

Get ready to embark on a powerful musical journey celebrating the extraordinary life of Harriet Tubman, the iconic conductor of the Underground Railroad. The Memphis Symphony Orchestra and the National Civil Rights Museum proudly present the world premiere of the Harriet Tubman Oratorio, composed by the renowned Earnestine Rodgers Robinson.

Witness the power of music as the Memphis Symphony Orchestra, joined by a chorus of over 100 vocalists from local choirs, brings Tubman's story of courage, determination, and unwavering spirit vividly to life.

This performance marks a significant moment in the life of Earnestine Rodgers Robinson, a remarkable woman whose own journey embodies the power of resilience and defying limitations.

Kyle Dickson, conductor
Zhu Wang, piano

STILL Wood Notes
WEILL Suite from the Threepenny Opera
GERSHWIN Rhapsody in Blue

Kyle Dickson, conductor
Zhu Wang, piano

STILL Wood Notes
WEILL Suite from the Threepenny Opera
GERSHWIN Rhapsody in Blue

In 1969, Elvis returned to the Las Vegas stage where he broke attendance records and performed more than 600 shows. In honor of the 55th anniversary of Elvis’ return to Vegas, the Memphis Symphony Orchestra, along with musician and singer Terry Mike Jeffrey, present their annual Pops Concert live at Graceland Soundstage featuring the king’s music he brought to the Las Vegas stage in an unforgettable night of music. A fan favorite event and a can’t miss concert experience!

For more information, visit the birthday website.

Robert Moody, conductor
Margaret Carpenter Haigh, soprano
Taylor Raven, alto
Samuel Cook, tenor
Christian Pursell, baritone
Memphis Symphony Chamber Chorus
Dr. Lawrence Edwards, conductor

HANDEL Messiah

Handel's Messiah is nothing short of a miracle, and Maestro Moody's devotion to this beloved Oratorio has made it a "can't miss" event of the Holiday season.

Robert Moody, conductor
Margaret Carpenter Haigh, soprano
Taylor Raven, alto
Samuel Cook, tenor
Christian Pursell, baritone
Memphis Symphony Chamber Chorus
Dr. Lawrence Edwards, conductor

HANDEL Messiah

Handel's Messiah is nothing short of a miracle, and Maestro Moody's devotion to this beloved Oratorio has made it a "can't miss" event of the Holiday season.

Robert Moody, conductor
Margaret Carpenter Haigh, soprano
Taylor Raven, alto
Samuel Cook, tenor
Christian Pursell, baritone
Memphis Symphony Chamber Chorus
Dr. Lawrence Edwards, conductor

HANDEL Messiah

Handel's Messiah is nothing short of a miracle, and Maestro Moody's devotion to this beloved Oratorio has made it a "can't miss" event of the Holiday season.

The Nutcracker choreography by Steven McMahon

Building on Ballet Memphis’ nearly 40-year legacy of sharing the joy of Nutcracker with the Mid-South community, this season features an enchanting evolution of set and costume design that brings renewed vibrancy to the classic story. Transport yourself to a sweetly nostalgic riverside and a confectionary dreamland through the eyes of a young girl destined for adventure. Ballet Memphis’ new production of this beloved American holiday tradition promises to delight in both familiar and unexpected ways.

The Nutcracker choreography by Steven McMahon

Building on Ballet Memphis’ nearly 40-year legacy of sharing the joy of Nutcracker with the Mid-South community, this season features an enchanting evolution of set and costume design that brings renewed vibrancy to the classic story. Transport yourself to a sweetly nostalgic riverside and a confectionary dreamland through the eyes of a young girl destined for adventure. Ballet Memphis’ new production of this beloved American holiday tradition promises to delight in both familiar and unexpected ways.

The Nutcracker choreography by Steven McMahon

Building on Ballet Memphis’ nearly 40-year legacy of sharing the joy of Nutcracker with the Mid-South community, this season features an enchanting evolution of set and costume design that brings renewed vibrancy to the classic story. Transport yourself to a sweetly nostalgic riverside and a confectionary dreamland through the eyes of a young girl destined for adventure. Ballet Memphis’ new production of this beloved American holiday tradition promises to delight in both familiar and unexpected ways.

The Nutcracker choreography by Steven McMahon

Building on Ballet Memphis’ nearly 40-year legacy of sharing the joy of Nutcracker with the Mid-South community, this season features an enchanting evolution of set and costume design that brings renewed vibrancy to the classic story. Transport yourself to a sweetly nostalgic riverside and a confectionary dreamland through the eyes of a young girl destined for adventure. Ballet Memphis’ new production of this beloved American holiday tradition promises to delight in both familiar and unexpected ways.

Join us at the Germantown community Theatre for their 3rd Seasons Greetings! Lunchbreak Concert. Our very first Lunchbreak Concert was Seasons Greetings with Memphis Symphony Orchestra.

The Nutcracker choreography by Steven McMahon

Building on Ballet Memphis’ nearly 40-year legacy of sharing the joy of Nutcracker with the Mid-South community, this season features an enchanting evolution of set and costume design that brings renewed vibrancy to the classic story. Transport yourself to a sweetly nostalgic riverside and a confectionary dreamland through the eyes of a young girl destined for adventure. Ballet Memphis’ new production of this beloved American holiday tradition promises to delight in both familiar and unexpected ways.

The Nutcracker choreography by Steven McMahon

Building on Ballet Memphis’ nearly 40-year legacy of sharing the joy of Nutcracker with the Mid-South community, this season features an enchanting evolution of set and costume design that brings renewed vibrancy to the classic story. Transport yourself to a sweetly nostalgic riverside and a confectionary dreamland through the eyes of a young girl destined for adventure. Ballet Memphis’ new production of this beloved American holiday tradition promises to delight in both familiar and unexpected ways.

The Nutcracker choreography by Steven McMahon

Building on Ballet Memphis’ nearly 40-year legacy of sharing the joy of Nutcracker with the Mid-South community, this season features an enchanting evolution of set and costume design that brings renewed vibrancy to the classic story. Transport yourself to a sweetly nostalgic riverside and a confectionary dreamland through the eyes of a young girl destined for adventure. Ballet Memphis’ new production of this beloved American holiday tradition promises to delight in both familiar and unexpected ways.

Robert Moody, conductor
Memphis Symphony Chorus
Dr. Lawrence Edwards, conductor
Dr. Vernell Bennett-Fairs, soloist
Whitney Branan & the Magic of Memphis Dancers
Memphis Black Arts Alliance Singers

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!

Join us for New Ballet’s NutRemix™, presented by Nike, is an electrifying and innovative production that takes the entire family on a captivating journey with a story set on Memphis’ iconic Beale Street. Witness an unparalleled production featuring the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and Big Band, breathing life into classics by Duke Ellington, Booker T. and the MG’s and a remixed classical Tchaikovsky score. Dynamic choreography weaves a rich tapestry of cultural influences, including hip-hop, Memphis Jookin, Spanish dance and West African dance and drumming.

Join us for New Ballet’s NutRemix™, presented by Nike, is an electrifying and innovative production that takes the entire family on a captivating journey with a story set on Memphis’ iconic Beale Street. Witness an unparalleled production featuring the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and Big Band, breathing life into classics by Duke Ellington, Booker T. and the MG’s and a remixed classical Tchaikovsky score. Dynamic choreography weaves a rich tapestry of cultural influences, including hip-hop, Memphis Jookin, Spanish dance and West African dance and drumming.

Join us for New Ballet’s NutRemix™, presented by Nike, is an electrifying and innovative production that takes the entire family on a captivating journey with a story set on Memphis’ iconic Beale Street. Witness an unparalleled production featuring the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and Big Band, breathing life into classics by Duke Ellington, Booker T. and the MG’s and a remixed classical Tchaikovsky score. Dynamic choreography weaves a rich tapestry of cultural influences, including hip-hop, Memphis Jookin, Spanish dance and West African dance and drumming.

Rhodes College MasterSingers Chorale Fall Concert
Featuring the Memphis Symphony Orchestra
Felix Mendelssohn’s Elijah
Matthew Burns, bass soloist
William Skoog, conductor
McNeill Concert Hall – Rhodes West Campus

This event is free and open to the public.

Robert Moody, conductor and host

A love affair, jealousy, murder, and damnation. Berlioz conjured musical creation that is truly fantastical and just as shocking today as its premiere nearly 200 years ago. Let Robert Moody be your guide on the journey to the depths of this visionary composer’s mind and music.

*The Orchestra Unplugged Series is a collaboration between the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and the Orpheum Theatre Group.

Robert Moody, conductor
Memphis Symphony Chorus · Dr. Lawrence Edwards, conductor
University of Mississippi Chorus · Dr. Donald Trott and Dr. Elizabeth Hearn, directors
CoroRio · Terrell Hall and Amy Touchstone, conductors

SAINT-SAËNS Danse Macabre
ORFF Carmina Burana