Maryland Symphony Youth Orchestra Spring Concert
2026-06-10 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Hagerstown Community College, 11400 Robinwood Dr, Hagerstown, MD, 21742, United States
Join us as the Maryland Symphony Youth Orchestra takes the stage for their Spring Concert. This special evening marks the culmination of a remarkable first season, celebrating the dedication, growth, and artistry of our inaugural ensemble of young musicians.
Under the direction of Dr. Britney Alcine, these students have spent months preparing a program rich with energy, beauty, and musical discovery. Their performance offers a meaningful glimpse into the future of orchestral music in our community and a chance to experience the joy of live music through their work.
We hope you will join us in recognizing their accomplishments and celebrating this exciting milestone for the MSO.
Kepler Theatre Wednesday, June 10 7:00–8:30 PM (EST)
Tickets:Purchase in advance at Eventbrite by clicking here.
We hope you’ll join us in supporting these young musicians and celebrating the future of orchestral music in our community.

MSO lite: The Music of Michael Jackson
2026-08-02 15:00 | Live at Hub City Vinyl, 28 E Baltimore St, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Sunday, August 2, 2026 | 3:00 PM
Live at Hub City Vinyl
28 E Baltimore St
Hagerstown, MD 21740

MSO Lite is a new concert experience from the Maryland Symphony Orchestra featuring smaller ensembles performing music audiences know and love in relaxed, approachable settings throughout the community. These performances are designed to bring the artistry of MSO musicians into more intimate spaces through programs that feel engaging, familiar, and fun.

This performance features an MSO string quartet celebrating the music of Michael Jackson through dynamic arrangements of some of his most iconic songs. Blending the energy of pop music with the artistry of live strings, the program offers a fresh take on timeless hits that continue to bring generations together through music.

Tickets: $35 general admission All Ages Welcome

Maryland Symphony Orchestra Season Kick-off Picnic
2026-09-29 18:00 | Elmwood Farms, 16311 Kendle Rd, Williamsport, MD, 21795
Come join us (again) for a fun-filled picnic to kick off the Maryland Symphony Orchestra’s new season!
Date: Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Elmwood Farms 16311 Kendle Road, Williamsport, MD 21795
Enjoy a relaxing evening on the farm featuring live music, delicious food, and refreshing drinks in a beautiful outdoor setting. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or a new friend of the MSO, this is a perfect opportunity to gather, connect, and celebrate music in a casual, festive atmosphere.
Tickets: $25 per person. Limited capacity.
Reserve your spot today to ensure you don’t miss out. Tickets can be purchased online or by calling (301) 797-4000

American Icons
2026-10-10 19:30, 2026-10-11 15:00 | The Maryland Theatre, 21 S Potomac St., Hagerstown, Maryland, 21740
THE MARYLAND THEATRE
Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 7:30 PMSunday, October 11, 2026 | 3:00 PM

Elizabeth Schulze ConductorBella Hristova Violin

George Gershwin | Of Thee I Sing OvertureSamuel Barber | Violin Concerto, op. 14Aaron Copland | Symphony No. 3

American Icons centers on Aaron Copland’s Symphony No. 3, one of the most important works in the American orchestral repertoire. Bold and expansive, the symphony captures the sound of twentieth-century America through broad melodies, vibrant rhythms, and a strong sense of momentum.

The program also features Gershwin’s lively Of Thee I Sing Overture, whose wit and jazz-influenced energy helped shape an American concert tradition. Barber’s Violin Concerto, performed by guest artist Bella Hristova, moves from lyrical reflection to brilliant intensity.

Together, these works reflect the strength, optimism, and expressive voice that define the American symphonic tradition.

Concert SponsorJim & Mindy Marsden

Shakespeare in Symphony
2026-11-14 19:30, 2026-11-15 15:00 | The Maryland Theatre, 21 S Potomac St., Hagerstown, Maryland, 21740
THE MARYLAND THEATRE
Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 7:30 PM Sunday, November 15, 2026 | 3:00 PM Elizabeth Schulze Conductor
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky | Overture to HamletWilliam Walton | Suite from Henry VFelix Mendelssohn | Overture to A Midsummer Night’s DreamSergei Prokofiev | Suite from Romeo and Juliet

Shakespeare in Symphony explores the enduring power of Shakespeare’s stories through music inspired by some of his most memorable plays. At the heart of the program is Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet, celebrated for its sweeping melodies and dramatic intensity.
Mendelssohn’s beloved Overture to A Midsummer Night’s Dream captures the wit, mystery, and lightness of Shakespeare’s magical comedy. Walton’s music from Henry V reflects the pageantry and spirit of the English court, while Tchaikovsky’s Hamlet Overture reveals the darker psychological drama of the tragedy.
Together these works bring Shakespeare’s characters, emotions, and stories vividly to life through the color and energy of the orchestra.

Concert SponsorRobert & Marjorie Hobbs Family

Home for the Holidays 2026
2026-12-19 19:00, 2026-12-20 15:00 | The Maryland Theatre, 21 S Potomac St., Hagerstown, Maryland, 21740
THE MARYLAND THEATRE
Saturday, December 19, 2026 | 7:00 PM Sunday, December 20, 2026 | 3:00 PM

Elizabeth Schulze Conductor

Celebrate the season with one of the region’s most beloved holiday traditions. Home for the Holidays returns as a festive concert for the entire family.
The Maryland Symphony Orchestra will perform a seasonal program filled with familiar favorites, traditional carols, and joyful music that captures the spirit of the season. Special guests and appearances by Santa Claus add to the magic, creating an evening rich with warmth and celebration.
Make this uplifting concert part of your family’s holiday tradition.

Timeless Strings
2027-02-13 19:30, 2027-02-14 15:00 | The Maryland Theatre, 21 S Potomac St., Hagerstown, Maryland, 21740
THE MARYLAND THEATRE
Saturday, February 13, 2026 | 7:30 PM Sunday, February 14, 2026 | 3:00 PM
Elizabeth Schulze Conductor
Jessie Montgomery | StarburstWolfgang Amadeus Mozart | Concerto for Flute and Harp in C Major, K. 299/297cJohann Sebastian Bach | Concerto for Violin and Oboe in C Minor, BWV 1060George Walker | Lyric for StringsPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky | Serenade for Strings, op. 48

Timeless Strings places the orchestra’s string section at the center of the program with music that highlights warmth, elegance, and expressive beauty.
Jessie Montgomery’s vibrant Starburst brings contemporary energy to the evening, while Mozart’s Concerto for Flute and Harp offers graceful dialogue between soloists and orchestra. Bach’s concerto highlights the interplay of violin and oboe, and George Walker’s Lyric for Strings offers a deeply moving reflection of quiet beauty.
The concert concludes with Tchaikovsky’s Serenade for Strings, a beloved work whose sweeping melodies and rich sonorities celebrate the enduring voice of the string orchestra.

Concert SponsorHugh & Marty Talton

Beethoven: Mastery in Motion
2027-03-13 19:30, 2027-03-14 15:00 | The Maryland Theatre, 21 S Potomac St., Hagerstown, Maryland, 21740
THE MARYLAND THEATRE
Saturday, March 13, 2027 | 7:30 PM Sunday, March 14, 2027 | 3:00 PM Elizabeth Schulze Conductor Maxim Lando Piano
Ludwig van Beethoven | Overture to Coriolanus, op. 62Ludwig van Beethoven | Symphony No. 1 in C Major, op. 21Ludwig van Beethoven | Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-flat Major, op. 73

Beethoven: Mastery in Motion traces the creative force of a composer whose music reshaped the symphonic tradition. Fiercely independent and unmistakably original, Beethoven wrote with clarity, conviction, and dramatic power that continues to resonate today.
The program opens with the intense Coriolanus Overture, followed by Symphony No. 1, a work that reveals the bold voice of a young composer pushing the boundaries of classical form. The evening concludes with the monumental Piano Concerto No. 5, often called the “Emperor,” performed by pianist Maxim Lando.
Confident, expansive, and thrilling in scale, the concerto brings the program to a powerful close.

Concert SponsorStephen & Linda Hood

Pirates of the Caribbean in Concert
2027-04-10 19:00, 2027-04-11 15:00 | The Maryland Theatre, 21 S Potomac St., Hagerstown, Maryland, 21740
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THE MARYLAND THEATRE
Saturday, April 10, 2027 | 7:00 PM
Saturday, April 11, 2027 | 3:00 PM
Elizabeth Schulze Conductor
Note: All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket to attend this performance. Lap seating is not permitted for this concert at the Maryland Theatre.
Experience Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl as the Maryland Symphony Orchestra performs Hans Zimmer’s unforgettable score live while the film is shown on the big screen.
Zimmer’s music helped define the sound of the franchise with bold orchestral writing, sweeping melodies, and thrilling adventure. As Captain Jack Sparrow sails the Caribbean aboard the Black Pearl, the orchestra brings the film’s action and drama vividly to life.
This special presentation combines the excitement of cinema with the power of a live symphony orchestra.

Film Rating: PG-13 for action/adventure violence.

The Art of Sound
2027-05-01 19:30, 2027-05-02 15:00 | The Maryland Theatre, 21 S Potomac St., Hagerstown, Maryland, 21740
THE MARYLAND THEATRE
Saturday, May 1, 2027 | 7:30 PM Sunday, May 2, 2027 | 3:00 PM Elizabeth Schulze Conductor Claire Wells Violin
Gabriel Pierné | Ramuntcho Suite No. 1Ernest Chausson | Poème for Violin and Orchestra, op. 25Maurice Ravel | TziganeModest Mussorgsky / Maurice Ravel | Pictures at an Exhibition

The Art of Sound brings the season to a close with Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition, presented in Ravel’s dazzling orchestration. Inspired by a gallery of paintings, the music transforms visual images into vivid orchestral color.
The program begins with Pierné’s energetic Ramuntcho Suite and continues with Chausson’s lyrical Poème, performed by violinist Claire Wells. Ravel’s virtuosic Tzigane adds brilliant flair before the orchestra turns to the sweeping musical landscapes of Pictures at an Exhibition.
Together these works form a vivid musical journey that celebrates imagination, color, and the expressive power of the orchestra.

Concert SponsorJim & Georgia Pierné
