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Sep 29, 2020
2 min

Violin Connections – SLSO On the Go

Angie Smart's one-on-one concert offered a varied sampling of violin repertoire for her audience, which included a former YO concertmaster.

Sep 17, 2020
8 min

SLSO On the Go – A Visual Diary

This series of outdoor pop-up concerts features chamber music and solo performances at parks, medical centers, and your neighborhood.

Sep 8, 2020
3 min

Stéphane Denève Appoints Four New SLSO Musicians

Music Director Stéphane Denève has selected new musicians to add to the SLSO’s acclaimed roster.

Sep 2, 2020
2 min

Powell Hall Goes Red in Support of RESTART Act

The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra was one of hundreds of entertainment venues across the country participating in the Red Light RESTART event

Aug 28, 2020
2 min

SLSO Songs of America | "Deep River"

In this instrumental version, Michael Casimir and Andrew Francois’ violas sound strikingly close to a human voice, at times crying out.

Aug 18, 2020
7 min

Living Legacies | Commemorating the Centennial of the 19th Amendment

The centennial of the 19th amendment provides an opportunity to reflect on how women’s voices continue to shape the SLSO.

Aug 11, 2020
4 min

Your SLSO’s Fall Season Reimagined

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, previously planned live concerts through December are being replaced with digital programming and new

Aug 8, 2020
2 min

SLSO Songs of America | "Anchors Aweigh"

The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra was honored to create this performance of “Anchors Aweigh” for the commissioning of the USS St. Louis.

Aug 3, 2020
5 min

Songs of America: How the Project Came Together

Released daily June 28–July 4, these video segments from the SLSO showcased the variety of voices in American music, recorded at Powell Hall

Jul 27, 2020
3 min

The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra is Deeply Personal to Three Generations of the Stein Family

The SLSO was a significant part of the three generations of the Stein family.

Jul 23, 2020
3 min

Even Without Concerts, Work Continues On Historic Powell Hall

Powell Hall remains busy, with a longer opportunity to address issues that arise with a nearly 100-year-old building.

Jul 4, 2020
2 min

SLSO Songs of America | "Amazing Grace"

One of the most recognizable tunes in America, “Amazing Grace” has a complex history.

Jul 3, 2020
2 min

SLSO Songs of America | "St. Louis Blues"

The lament—“My man's got a heart like a rock cast in the sea”—became the inspiration for the “St. Louis Blues.”

Jul 2, 2020
2 min

SLSO Songs of America | "A Change Is Gonna Come"

A deeply personal song about fear and doubt and faith and hope, this civil rights anthem would have deep and lasting influence.

Jul 1, 2020
2 min

SLSO Songs of America | Lyric for Strings

A barrier-breaking figure in the overwhelmingly white field of classical music, George Walker was an American compositional giant.

Jun 30, 2020
2 min

SLSO Songs of America | "The Easy Winners"

“The Easy Winners” of this rag’s title are the athletes who come out on top with seemingly little effort.

Jun 29, 2020
2 min

SLSO Songs of America | "America the Beautiful"

Malena Smith: I believe that there is a vivid element of hope, both lyrically and melodically, that I connected to.

Jun 28, 2020
1 min

Watch SLSO Songs of America

The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra shares Songs of America, musical portraits to showcase the spirit that makes St. Louis unique.

Jun 24, 2020
2 min

Project Preview: Songs of America

The SLSO is sharing a new project, Songs of America, to showcase the spirit that makes St. Louis unique.

Jun 17, 2020
1 min

SLSO Music Director Stéphane Denève Gives Warm Greetings

Stéphane Denève had a thrilling first season as Music Director of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. In this video, he expresses his grati...

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