Name: The Music of John Williams
Start: 2026-04-25T19:30:00
Location: Tupelo Civic Auditorium

Get ready to be swept off your feet by a symphony of celebrations with the North Mississippi Symphony Orchestra! This season promises a musical journey through diverse genres and unforgettable performances. From honoring Black History Month with the soul-stirring tunes of jazz and classical, to the passion-filled opera night with virtuoso Alexander Markov, and closing with the breathtaking cinematic scores of John Williams, each event is set to captivate and inspire. Discover the magic and brilliance of these performances as we delve into the heart of the music and the artists behind it.

A Symphony of Celebrations: A Musical Journey with the North Mississippi Symphony Orchestra

The North Mississippi Symphony Orchestra (NMSO) invites you on a journey through a series of unparalleled musical experiences. Celebrating Black History Month with the soulful talents of Artina McCain, experiencing the virtuoso performance of violinist Alexander Markov, and reliving iconic cinematic scores by John Williams, NMSO’s concert series promises to offer something extraordinary for every music lover. This season features a tribute to jazz and classical fusion, opera in concert, and the magic of film scores, each event tailored to capture the heart and ignite the imagination.

Celebrating Culture and Creativity: NMSO's Memorable Concert Series

Join the North Mississippi Symphony Orchestra (NMSO) as they embark on a vibrant musical journey, celebrating Black History Month with pianist Artina McCain, an opera night featuring the virtuoso violinist Alexander Markov, and a grand finale showcasing the legendary film scores of John Williams. Each event brings to life the rich tapestry of music, blending jazz, classical, and cinematic traditions, ensuring an exhilarating experience for all attendees.

Symphonic Celebrations: A Musical Journey with NMSO

North Mississippi Symphony Orchestra

Join us for a dazzling Tupelo holiday tradition, where toy soldiers march, snowflakes dance, and the Sugar Plum Fairy reigns. With stunning choreography, enchanting music by Tchaikovsky performed by the NMSO, and breathtaking costumes, this beloved ballet is an annual festive treat for all ages.

The Nutcracker 2026

Itawamba Community College & Northeast Mississippi Community College Choruses, NMSO Children’s Chorus

Celebrate the magic of the season with one of Mississippi’s most spectacular holiday traditions! Christmas with the NMSO brings the warmth, wonder, and joy of the holidays to life in a grand musical celebration for the whole family. Featuring the outstanding choruses of Itawamba Community College and Northeast Mississippi Community College, along with the NMSO Children’s Chorus, this powerful community collaboration fills the hall with soaring voices and festive spirit. Sing along to beloved holiday classics and discover fresh new favorites. From heartwarming carols to majestic seasonal showpieces, this unforgettable evening will leave you inspired and ready to celebrate the season.

Christmas with the NMSO

Experience a powerful and moving celebration of Chickasaw history, culture, and identity in this landmark presentation of Lowak Shoppala’ (Fire & Light) by acclaimed Chickasaw composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha' Tate. This monumental work blends orchestra, narration, children’s chorus, traditional Chickasaw and contemporary dance, classical and traditional vocalists, and Chickasaw storytellers into a breathtaking theatrical journey. Across eight vivid scenes, music and movement illuminate the enduring spirit, resilience, and beauty of the Chickasaw people. Presented in collaborationwith the Chickasaw Inkana Foundation, this special event also celebrates the opening of the new Chickasaw Heritage Center in Tupelo — marking a historic and meaningful moment for our entire community, the region, and the state of Mississippi. An unforgettable evening honoring the past while inspiring the future.

Chickasaw Heritage: Lowak Shoppala’ (Fire & Light)

Clara Schumann, preeminent pianist of her generation, looks back from late in her astonishing career at the two breathless weeks that changed her life forever. It was August, 1856, in the tiny Swiss resort of Gersau on Lake Lucerne. Clara’s husband Robert, towering composer of German romanticism, has been dead for three weeks. Robert’s young protégé, Johannes Brahms, is with Clara – along with Brahms’ younger sister and two of Clara’s seven children. Clara is 36. Johannes, 23. They are desperately in love — they’ve been in love, all with the tacit approval of Robert, who is now gone. They’ve come to the banks of Lake Lucerne to decide, once and for all. Two actors, in three scenes placed between four movements – one from each of Brahms’ four symphonies – we experience the possibilities of what might have happened.

Johannes at the Lake — Story by Robert Ford

Step into a world of magic, adventure, and unforgettable melodies with The Wonderful World of Disney! This spectacular orchestra program features beloved songs and sweeping scores from your favorite Disney films in a dazzling live performance the whole family will treasure. From enchanted castles to heroic journeys, each piece will transport audiences into the heart of Disney’s most cherished stories and characters. The performance also features a special collaboration with members of the Tupelo Ballet, who help bring the music to life with stunning choreography and beautiful costumes inspired by Disney classics. Enjoy a variety of fun activities for children and families before the concert and at intermission designed to make the day even more magical. Join us for The Wonderful World of Disney — a thrilling and enchanting celebration of music, imagination, and family fun!

The Wonderful World of Disney

Join the NMSO for an unforgettable season-closing program where the  music of Hollywood’s most legendary composer comes to life! Relive the heart-pounding adventure of Indiana Jones, the awe of Jurassic Park, the wonder of E.T., and the epic battles of Star Wars. Feel the nostalgia with selections from Superman, Harry  Potter, Schindler’s List, Jaws, Catch Me If You Can, and The Witches of Eastwick — a symphonic celebration of cinema’s most iconic moments! Come dressed as your favorite character and step into the magic of these timeless classics. Will you be a daring archaeologist, a young wizard, or a galaxy-saving hero? The choice is yours! Don’t miss this cinematic and musical spectacular — a night where legendary scores and beloved characters collide.

The Music of John Williams

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