Meet the SLSO's IN UNISON scholars: Michelle Byrd, IN UNISON Scholars program coordinator
The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra provides scholarships for African American undergraduates who are studying in a music-related field.
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tales from backstage, at the hall, and in the community
with the st. louis symphony orchestra
- Jun 30, 2021
- 2 min
SLSO Untold: A Horror Comes to Powell Hall
Leonard Slatkin, SLSO Conductor Laureate, set the text of Edgar Allan Poe's poem The Raven to music. The SLSO premiered the piece in 1971.
- Jun 29, 2021
- 1 min
SLSO, IN UNISON Partner Church Collaborate For Juneteenth Concert
On June 19, St. Louis Symphony Orchestra musicians and IN UNISON Chorus musicians teamed up for a special concert to honor Juneteenth.
- Jun 29, 2021
- 1 min
Shelley Washington's Middleground
Middleground is a celebration of Washington’s childhood in Missouri and Kansas. It’s a road movie in musical form.
- Jun 4, 2021
- 4 min
SLSO On the Go | 2021's Summer Community Concerts in Photos
This summer, SLSO musicians are venturing out to a variety of locations throughout the region to share live performances with St. Louisans.
- Jun 3, 2021
- 3 min
New SLSO Digital Concerts Are Coming This Summer
Starting with a free concert available June 3, the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra announced a new slate of digital concerts.
- May 30, 2021
- 3 min
Meet the SLSO's IN UNISON Scholars: Alayna Epps
Alayna Epps is in her second year as an IN UNISON Scholar.
- May 25, 2021
- 3 min
St. Louis Symphony Orchestra Brings Music to St. Louis Through SLSO On the Go
Through SLSO On the Go, the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra is hosting a series of free public concerts at outdoor spaces from May 28-June 26.
- May 20, 2021
- 3 min
Celebrate AAPI Month with These Music Selections
In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, enjoy these works by AAPI composers. Selected by SLSO musicians and...
- May 19, 2021
- 2 min
A Night of Opera Music Comes to Powell Hall, June 24
Operatic Encore with the SLSO, Thursday, June 24, is a 75-minute concert that features some of the most popular music from operas.
- May 18, 2021
- 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.
- May 14, 2021
- 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."
- May 14, 2021
- 3 min
Making an Impact: Steve and Linda Finerty
"Supporting and sustaining the SLSO makes St. Louis a much better community."
- May 10, 2021
- 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, 2021
- 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, 2021
- 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, 2021
- 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, 2021
- 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, 2021
- 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, 2021
- 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.
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