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3 hours ago
3 min

SLSO Untold: The SLSO Gave the U.S. Premiere of Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons

The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra gave the U.S. premiere of Antonio Vivaldi's famous The Four Seasons... sort of.

4 days ago
4 min

A Musical Mission: Principal Flutist Mark Sparks Retires from the SLSO

“A musical life is more than a career—it’s a sort of mission.” He says that he feels lucky. “It has been such an incredible gift."

4 days ago
3 min

Making an Impact: Steve and Linda Finerty

"Supporting and sustaining the SLSO makes St. Louis a much better community."

May 10
5 min

SLSO’s Peer to Peer Program Builds Community Through Music

The SLSO's Peer to Peer Program gives young musicians free music learning sessions with SLSO musicians and Youth Orchestra members.

Apr 21
2 min

Building Relationships: A Reflection on Kevin McBeth's 10th Anniversary

Ten years after he joined the St. Louis Symphony family, relationships built by IN UNISON Chorus Director Kevin McBeth have flourished.

Apr 19
5 min

The Orchestra That Does Things Differently

An interview with SLSO Conductor Laureate Leonard Slatkin. Originally published in the April/May 2019 edition of Playbill.

Apr 19
3 min

Meet the SLSO's IN UNISON Scholars: Shayla Pederson-Guy

The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra provides scholarships for African American undergraduates. Meet Shayla Pederson-Guy.

Apr 14
2 min

SLSO Untold: Broadway Smash Hit Originated with the SLSO

In 1971, the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and the American Rock Opera Company gave the first stage performances of Jesus Christ Superstar.

Mar 30
3 min

The SLSO extends Stéphane Denève’s contract through the 25/26 season

Stéphane Denève began his tenure as SLSO Music Director in 2019. With a contract extension, his tenure will continue through at least 2026.

Mar 22
2 min

2021: The State of the Orchestra

SLSO President and CEO Marie-Hélène Bernard reflects on the SLSO's 2020/2021 season and the year ahead.

Mar 22
2 min

SLSO Untold: In 1955, SLSO Gave Concert Tour to Industrial Plants

On March 22, 1955, the final of five performances took place at the McDonnell Aircraft Corporation cafeteria near what was then known as Lam

Mar 19
5 min

Program Notes: Songs, Prayers, and Rituals (March 26-28, 2021)

Our Spring season opens with music to cleanse your spirit: J.S. Bach, Ester Mägi, Arvo Pärt, and Dmitri Shostakovich.

Mar 16
2 min

SLSO Untold: The Surprising Connection between Taylor Swift and the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra

It turns out that Swift isn’t the first famous singer in her family.

Mar 9
2 min

The Legacy of Women with Your SLSO

Get to know a few of the countless women who have made their mark on the SLSO.

Mar 4
3 min

Meet the SLSO’s IN UNISON Scholars: Diana West

Diana West is a new IN UNISON Scholar. She is a sophomore at St. Charles Community College, majoring in music education with a voice focus.

Feb 24
3 min

SLSO Untold: SLSO Gives World Premiere of N. Clark Smith’s Negro Folk Suite in 1933

In 1933, the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra gave the world premiere of N. Clark Smith's Negro Folk Suite.

Feb 16
4 min

Meet the SLSO's IN UNISON Scholars: Nadia Maddex

The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra provides scholarships for African American undergraduates who are studying in a music-related field.

Feb 11
4 min

Watch SLSO Concerts From the Comfort of Home

Beginning February 11, 2021, the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra is making concerts available to audiences online.

Feb 5
4 min

Kevin McBeth Marks Ten Years As St. Louis Symphony Orchestra IN UNISON Chorus Director

As the SLSO looks back on Kevin’s first decade with the IN UNISON Chorus, there is much cause for celebration.

Feb 4
2 min

Donor Spotlight: Bayer Fund

Thanks to generous funding from Bayer Fund, IN UNISON champions diversity and connects the SLSO with the St. Louis community.

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