experience for attendees . The series will begin with Blue Like Jazz on Saturday , Sept . 14 , at the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience on Front Street . The Rhapsody in Blue concert will begin at 7 p . m . and will blend classical elegance with the spirited rhythms of Gershwin ’ s jazz .
The Sinfonietta Series will continue Thursday , March 20 , 2025 , with Seasons of Joy , a concert capturing the essence of Vivaldi ’ s “ The Four Seasons ” and filling hearts with joy . The concert will take place at 6 p . m . at The Copeland Center , located at 2501 Fourth Street in downtown Meridian .
The UnTuxed Series , which shines a spotlight on acclaimed artists from Meridian and throughout the South , will offer a relaxed and engaging way to experience Meridian ’ s musical heritage . The popular
Photo of Maestro Peter Rubardt courtesy of Meridian Symphony Association . series will kick off Friday and
Saturday , Nov . 15 and 16 , with A Night to Shine @ Soulé . The evening will celebrate Meridian ’ s favorite son and country music legend Jimmie Rodgers and the women who helped to create his musical legacy . The concert will be held at 6 p . m . at the Industrial Heritage Museum at Soulé Steam Feed Works , located at 1808 Fourth Street in downtown Meridian .
The series will continue Saturday , Feb . 1 , 2025 , with Echoes of Excellence , which will unveil Black history through music , highlighting the contributions of Black musicians and composers . Performances will take place at 6 p . m . and 8:30 p . m . at The Copeland Center .
The Untuxed Series will wind down Friday , March 21 , 2025 , with Mingle with the Maestro , where guests will get the chance to experience an enjoyable evening with Maestro Rubardt and his wife , renowned harpsichordist , Hedi Salanki-Rubardt , at the home of Dr . Ken Staggs . The performance will begin at 7 p . m .
In a notable change this season , OrKIDstra !, a free family concert , will take place at 6 p . m . Friday , Feb . 21 , 2025 , at The Evangel Temple , located at 3611 Highway 145 in Meridian . This family-friendly performance will captivate audiences of all ages and will feature beloved childhood tales like “ Peter & the Wolf .” Due to a grant from The Phil Hardin Foundation , the Meridian Symphony Association is able to offer OrKIDstra ! free for everyone in attendance , which ensures more community residents can experience the joy of live orchestral music .
Photo of Mississippi State University Riley Center courtesy of MSU-Meridian .
The season will also see one more additional change with the return of the Symphony Ball , which will be transformed into The Gumbo Gala : A Sassy Swamp Soireé . Taking place on Saturday , March 1 , 2025 , at 7 p . m . at the MSU Riley Center , this long-awaited event promises to be the sassiest soirée this side of the bayou , according to the release . The gala aims to combine celebration , community and joy in support of the symphony ’ s cultural arts programs and education initiatives .
Season tickets and memberships to the Meridian Symphony are currently available at the box office . For more information or to purchase tickets , please visit www . meridianso . org or call the association office at ( 601 ) 693-2224 . M
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