Symphony Orchestra
Symphony Orchestra
The Southern Miss Symphony Orchestra is a study in international relations as students
from across the globe come together for one purpose—music. It is one of the major
ensembles and gems in the School of Music, offering an intense performance schedule
covering classical to pop musical styles and drawing both students and guest artists
from around the globe—the Symphony Orchestra truly is "Bringing the world to Mississippi!"
Why Choose Orchestral Studies at Southern Miss?
As a USM Symphony Orchestra member you have the opportunity to:
- Perform in an orchestra with the highest performance standards and a commitment to diversity
- Perform with extraordinary guest artists such as Itzhak Perlman, Yo-Yo Ma, Joshua Bell, Placido Domingo, Renée Fleming, Francois Rabath, Nadia Salerno-Sonnenberg, John Browning, Debra Voigt, and Jean Pierre Rampal
- Perform with regional professional orchestras
- Perform with outstanding guest conductors from across the globe
- Study with outstanding artist/faculty on every instrument
105th Season 2024-25
As one of the major ensembles and gems in the School of Music, the symphony offers
an intense performance schedule covering classical to pop musical styles and drawing
both students and guest artists from around the globe—the Symphony Orchestra truly
is "Bringing the world to Mississippi!"
Hear from John, Anna Sophia, and Juliana on why they have enjoyed being members of USM's Symphony Orchestra.
This performance of Don Juan by Richard Strauss will leave you breathless!