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Season Ticket Purchase includes:
September 18, 2025 - Violins of Hope
November 9, 2025 - Dance to the Music
December 6, 2025 - The Spirit of Christmas
January 24, 2026 - Baroque Splendor: An Evening with J.S. Bach
March 28, 2026 - Echoes of Elegance
May 2, 2026 - Wingo Pops: Swing, Strings, and All That Jazz!
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Starkville-MSU Symphony Chorus
Get ready to groove with Wingo Pops as we take you on a stylish, toe-tapping journey through America’s most iconic jazz and big band hits. Swing, Strings, and All That Jazz! features the electrifying rhythms of Duke Ellington, the irresistible charm of Gershwin, and the suave sophistication of Cole Porter, alongside unforgettable melodies from Louis Armstrong, Michel Legrand, Henry Mancini and more. From the sultry samba of Desafinado to the smoky blues of Skylark and the playful swagger of The Pink Panther, this concert celebrates the golden age of jazz with full symphonic color. Featuring dynamic arrangements, soaring string lines and a touch of Broadway flair, this evening of music will dazzle audiences of all ages. Whether you’re a fan of swing, bossa nova or ragtime, come experience the timeless tunes that shaped American music, live and in living color!
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Dr. Nicholaus Cummins
Starkville-MSU Symphony Chorus
MSU Choirs
Join us for Echoes of Elegance, an evening of radiant musical beauty showcasing the expressive breadth of orchestral and choral masterworks. The program opens with Johannes Brahms’ Serenade No. 2 in A major, a warm and lyrical work that reveals the composer’s deep love for songlike melodies and pastoral charm. We proudly spotlight the exceptional talent of Mississippi State University’s Solo Artist Competition Winner(s), offering a captivating display of virtuosic artistry. After intermission, the concert culminates in Mozart’s joyful Missa Brevis in C Major, K. 220 (Sparrow Mass), a sparkling gem of the classical sacred repertoire featuring chorus, orchestra, and the unmistakable fluttering motifs that give the work its nickname. Don't miss this elegant evening celebrating the vibrancy and versatility of music.
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This unforgettable evening offers more than an elegant night out. It's a celebration of the vital role music plays in bringing people together, uplifting spirits, and strengthening our community. As we gather in support of the symphony’s mission, we reflect on the profound impact that music education, public performances, and community outreach have on individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Your participation in the Gala directly contributes to expanding access to highquality musical experiences, supporting educational programs for young learners, and ensuring that the joy and inspiration of live music continues to thrive in our region. We invite you to be part of this meaningful tradition, where every contribution helps sustain a vibrant cultural legacy for generations to come.
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Experience the brilliance of Johann Sebastian Bach in Baroque Splendor: A Celebration of Bach. This vibrant program features the lively Orchestral Suite No. 1, the energetic Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, the elegant Wedding Cantata (BWV 202), and the radiant Sinfonia from Cantata BWV 42. From graceful dances to lyrical arias, join us for an evening of Baroque beauty and boundless joy.
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Mr. Peter Infanger
Starkville-MSU Symphony Community Chorus
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon where music and movement come alive in perfect harmony. Dance to the Music features Johannes Brahms’ "Liebeslieder Waltzes," a delightful set of romantic miniatures for choir and piano four-hands, accompanied by live dancing that brings the rhythms to life. This spirited program also includes a curated selection of choral works celebrating the joy, passion and elegance of dance across cultures and centuries. Under the direction of Mr. Peter Infanger, and accompanied by the artistry of piano four-hands, the Starkville-MSU Symphony Chorus invites you to experience the dynamic blend of voice, piano and dance in a celebration of musical motion.
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Starkville-MSU Symphony Chorus
Celebrate the season with The Spirit of Christmas, a heartwarming concert filled with cherished carols, festive classics and music that captures the joy, hope and peace of the holidays. This magical program features timeless orchestral favorites like Leroy Anderson’s "Sleigh Ride" and "Christmas Festival," cinematic treasures from "The Polar Express" and global selections including "Around the World at Christmastime" and "African Holy Night." Moving choral works by John Rutter, the beloved strains of "White Christmas," and the stirring anthem, "Do You Hear What I Hear?" Audiences reflect, rejoice and come together in the true spirit of the season. Whether you’re young or young at heart, this evening of music warms your soul and brightens your holiday.
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In Violins of Hope, experience a powerful evening of remembrance and reflection honoring the lives, stories and enduring spirit of those affected by the Holocaust. Through a compelling collection of chamber music, narration and historical imagery, this program illuminates voices silenced by tragedy and celebrates the resilience of the human soul. The evening features one of the Violins of Hope instruments, a poignant tribute to all restored instruments once played in ghettos and camps, followed by Memory and Violets, an original readers theatre piece inspired by survivor testimony. The program continues with stirring works by composers whose lives were touched or lost in the Holocaust, including Ilse Weber, Hans Krása and Allan Blank, as well as those who continue to bear witness through music—Lori Laitman, Osvaldo Golijov, and Stephen DeCesare.
A special thank you to The McMullan/ O'Connor Fund for its generous sponsorship of this program.
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An annual favorite and gift back to the Starkville community, the musicians of the Starkville-MSU Symphony Orchestra present an evening of jazz on the Renasant Bank plaza.
