Programs
The MSO believes in the transforming experience of live music. We are always searching for new paths to innovative music education programs for people of all ages and backgrounds.
Our Education Mission:
To cultivate an enthusiasm for music in children and adults by increasing access to music presented by MSO and to engage students' learning experience in music through our string program.
Program Listing
School Initiatives
Informances
Our Informance Programs are developed to illustrate particular musical concepts from the mechanics of the instruments to the elements of a piece of music to the joys of being a musician.
JPS All-City Orchestra Festival
At 7:00 pm on March 1, 2011, all elementary through high school string students will perform at Thalia Mara Hall after two days of intensive and fun rehearsal with nationally recognized leaders.
JPS Kinder Concerts
Our Kinder Concert program provides K through second grade students with access to the world's finest music through creative programming.
JPS Young Peoples Concerts
This energetic forty-five minute program is designed to entertain and introduce the full symphony orchestra to third through fifth grade students.
MDE Residency Program
The MSO and the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) work closely together to bring general music classes to underserved schools throughout Mississippi.
MSO String Program
Our goal is to develop interest in playing string instruments on the part of young people at all JPS elementary, middle and high schools. Our target this year is Second and Third Graders.
Recruitment Demo
At the beginning of each season, a trio of professional musicians visit twenty elementary schools and present the MSO Recruitment Demo.
Festivals, Workshops and Competitions
Premier Orchestral Institute
SAVE THE DATE: THE 2011 CAMP WILL BE HELD IN JACKSON JUNE 1-12, 2011. WATCH FOR DETAILS!
Our vision is to provide the Premier Orchestral Institute participants with a musical experience that will take them beyond the basics.
Young Artist Concerto Competition
Our Young Artist Concerto Competition offers young musicians the benefit of competitive activity in a professional environment.
Mississippi Youth Symphony Orchestra
Mississippi Youth Symphony Orchestra
MYSO consists of young, talented musicians learning and sharing the challenge of performing a repertoire of orchestral selections for the people of Mississippi and beyond.
Concert Calendar
Upcoming Performances
Bravo I: Joy and Contemplation
Sat, Sep 11, 2010, 7:30 PM
Chamber I: Best of Baroque
Fri, Sep 17, 2010, 7:30 PM
Jackson Symphony League Ball
Sat, Oct 09, 2010, 6:30 PM
Bravo II: Power and Portraiture
Sat, Oct 16, 2010, 7:30 PM
Pops I: Rhapsody in Blue
Sat, Oct 23, 2010, 7:30 PM



