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Apr 30, 2020
3 min

Amy Kaiser: Treasures from the Everyday

The chorus had participated in one rehearsal with the orchestra, but any hope of performance was swept away by the threat of the pandemic.

Apr 20, 2020
3 min

Connection: A Conversation with Stéphane Denève

“Every program is carefully worked,” he says. “Nothing is chosen lightly. There is no program that is not a project, where there is not a na

Apr 16, 2020
2 min

SLSO Thanks Our Partners at Mercy

As our community faces this unprecedented pandemic, we are all deeply grateful for the life-saving efforts of our healthcare workers.

Apr 13, 2020
4 min

A Conductor's Role: A Conversation with Stéphane Denève

“We made every piece of the puzzle,” says SLSO Music Director Stéphane Denève, who was on the podium that day. “All the pieces were perfect,

Apr 7, 2020
3 min

Never Alone: A Conversation with Stéphane Denève

When I reach Stéphane by his preferred mode of digital communication (“I love Skype”), it is early afternoon at his home in Belgium.

Apr 3, 2020
2 min

Investing for Impact: The Berges Family Foundation

You don’t have to look far in St. Louis to see the inspiring work of the Berges Family Foundation. Jim and Cathy Berges have a talent for...

Mar 31, 2020
2 min

Finding Footing: Jennifer Nitchman

It happened so suddenly. One moment, shops were open, schools were bustling, musicians were performing. The next moment, life looked differe

Mar 31, 2020
2 min

Some Sort of Normalcy: Will James

Will James, SLSO Principal Percussionist, had no time to think. His children’s school would imminently close. His wife would need to remain

Mar 27, 2020
2 min

Creative Music Making Program Brings Joy Through Unique Collaboration

Now in its 11th year, Creative Music Making is a unique partnership between the SLSO, St. Louis Arc, and Maryville University Music Therapy

Mar 26, 2020
2 min

Flexible Hope: Jelena Dirks

“I miss the people,” says SLSO Principal Oboe Jelena Dirks. “I miss my friends—seeing them, making music with them. I miss the space of

Mar 26, 2020
2 min

David Halen: We Will Go On

“We normally live in this bubble of relative safety,” says SLSO Concertmaster David Halen. “It is easy to take things for granted.”

Mar 25, 2020
1 min

Video: SLSO Partners With Military Musicians

The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra has developed a robust relationship with military musicians in the U.S. Army and U.S Air Force stationed...

Mar 24, 2020
3 min

5 Ways You Can Stay Engaged with your SLSO

Through digital tools, you can still engage with SLSO musicians, Music Director Stéphane Denève, and memorable performances.

Mar 9, 2020
1 min

Photos: SLSO, SVA Host 30th Annual Picture the Music

On March 5, Powell Hall transformed into an art gallery with works by 100 students. The 30th annual Picture the Music contest, presented...

Mar 9, 2020
11 min

Program Notes: Adams Conducts Adams

Friday, March 27, 2020, at 10:30AM Saturday, March 28, 2020, at 8:00PM John Adams, conductor Jeremy Denk, piano BEETHOVEN Fidelio...

Mar 3, 2020
7 min

Program Notes: Youth Orchestra Performs Symphonic Dances

Sunday, March 15, 2020, at 3:00PM St. Louis Symphony Youth Orchestra Stéphane Denève, conductor Gemma New, conductor Anna Zhong, violin...

Mar 3, 2020
5 min

Program Notes: The Damnation of Faust

Friday, March 13, 2020, at 8:00PM Saturday, March 14, 2020, at 8:00PM Stéphane Denève, conductor Isabel Leonard, soprano (Marguerite)...

Mar 2, 2020
4 min

Meet the Musicians: Malachi Owens, Symphony Chorus

Malachi Owens has the longest tenure of any member of the St. Louis Symphony Chorus to date. He has appeared as a soloist with the SLSO...

Feb 24, 2020
9 min

Program Notes: Bolero

Friday, March 6, 2020, at 10:30AM Friday, March 6, 2020, at 8:00PM Saturday, March 7, 2020, at 8:00PM Stéphane Denève, conductor Timothy...

Feb 18, 2020
4 min

A Unifying Force in St. Louis

The IN UNISON Chorus started as something of a pick-up group in 1994. In January 1995, the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra was scheduled to...

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