Recent News
Salute to Independence Return to HCC
June 26, 2023
HAGERSTOWN, Md. – June 26, 2023 – The Maryland Symphony Orchestra will present its annual Salute to Independence at 8:00 PM on Saturday, July 1, 2023 at the Alumni Amphitheater at Hagerstown Community College. Ryan Smetzer, local radio personality, will serve as the Master of Ceremonies for the evening. This free event includes a concert by the orchestra and one of the largest fireworks displays in the region.
Read MoreExperience the Magic of Disney in Concert at the Maryland Theatre
May 1, 2023
Disney in Concert comes to Maryland Theatre with guest artists Lisa Livesay, Emily Goglia, Jacob Haren, and Terron Brooks, performing beloved Disney songs.
Read MoreMaryland Symphony Orchestra Appoints Kimberly Bowen as Executive Director
April 28, 2023
Maryland Symphony Orchestra appoints Kimberly Bowen as new Executive Director, leveraging her experience in business and community leadership.
Read MoreWorld Premiere of “The Spell” Ballet
April 13, 2023
The City Ballet invites you to witness the world premiere of “The Spell”, a full-length fantasy ballet, featuring original music composed by Arshak Sirunyan, choreography by Danielle Horochowski, and conducted by Elizabeth Shulze on May 13th and 14th, 2023.
Read MoreLecture Series: "An Introduction to Music Therapy"
April 13, 2023
Join us as we describe the variety of methods and techniques Music Therapists use in various populations to help improve people's lives.
Read MoreSide-by-Side Concert Announced!
March 28, 2023
Join us for an unforgettable evening as student musicians perform with the MSO in a concert featuring Brahms, Copland, Williams, and Price.
Read MoreMaryland Symphony Orchestra to Present Stravinsky's "The Soldier's Tale" and Ravel's "Le Tombeau de Couperin" at Maryland Theatre Performing Arts Center
January 30, 2023
The Maryland Symphony Orchestra is proud to announce a special concert performance of Stravinsky's "The Soldier's Tale" and Ravel's "Le Tombeau de Couperin" on February 11th and 12th, 2023 at the Maryland Theatre Performing Arts Center. The Maryland Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Music Director Elizabeth Schulze, will bring to life these timeless masterpieces, showcasing their unique blend of humor, drama, and musical virtuosity.
Read MoreMaryland Symphony Orchestra presents “Home for the Holidays” at Maryland Theatre Performing Arts Center
December 9, 2022
For nearly two decades, the MSO’s Home for the Holidays concerts have become the area’s favorite holiday tradition with families and friends gathering to listen to the magical sounds of Christmas that are sure to fill hearts and souls with goodwill throughout the rest of the Season.
Read More"ARETHA: The Queen of Soul" Comes to the Maryland Theatre this September
August 31, 2022
American actress and singer Capathia Jenkins and three-time GRAMMY® nominated artist Ryan Shaw will perform alongside the Maryland Symphony Orchestra, Elizabeth Schulze conducting, in “ARETHA: The Queen of Soul” on Saturday September 17 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday September 18 at 3:00 p.m. at the Maryland Theatre Performing Arts Center. The concert is the first in the 2022-2023 concert lineup and kicks off a full season of in-person performances.
Read MoreMaryland Symphony Orchestra to Present Annual Salute to Independence Concert at Hagerstown Community College on July 2nd
June 16, 2022
The Annual “Salute to Independence” concert, presented by the Maryland Symphony Orchestra, will be held on Saturday, July 2 at the Hagerstown Community College (HCC) Amphitheater. The campus will open at 5:00 p.m. and the concert begins at 8:00 p.m. with fireworks to follow at 9:30 p.m. The Maryland Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Music Director and Conductor Elizabeth Schulze, will be joined by award winning jazz vocalist Sara Jones. Radio personality and morning show host, Rona...
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