After last night's concert at Interlochen, flowers were presented to three beloved DSO musicians retiring following this week's performances after 99 years of combined service to the Detroit Symphony Orchestra! Congratulations to Mark Abbott (horn, 1982), Marcus Schoon (contrabassoon, 1992), and David Everson (horn, 1999). Wishing you all a fulfilling retirement filled with relaxation, new adventures, and all the happiness you deserve. You will always be a part of the DSO family!
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The acclaimed Detroit Symphony Orchestra is known for trailblazing performances, collaborations with the world’s foremost musical artists, and a deep connection to its city. Led by Music Director Jader Bignamini since 2020, the DSO makes its home at historic Orchestra Hall within the Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center, offering a performance schedule that features the PVS Classical, PNC Pops, Paradise Jazz, and Young People’s Family Concert series. In addition, the DSO presents the William Davidson Neighborhood Concert Series in metro area venues, as well as eclectic multi-genre performances in its mid-size venue The Cube, constructed and curated with support from Peter D. & Julie F. Cummings. A dedication to broadcast innovation began in 1922, when the DSO became the first orchestra in the world to present a live radio broadcast of a concert and continues today with the groundbreaking Live from Orchestra Hall series of free webcasts. Since its first school concerts a century ago, and particularly since the founding of the Civic Youth Ensembles in 1970, the DSO has been a national leader in bringing the benefits of music education to students, teachers, and families in Detroit and surrounding communities. The DSO remains committed to expanding its participation in the growth and well-being of Detroit through programs like its Detroit Neighborhood Initiative—cultural events co-created with community partners and residents—and Detroit Harmony, a promise to provide an instrument and instruction to any student in the city who wants to learn. With unwavering support from the people of Detroit, the DSO actively pursues a mission to impact lives through the power of unforgettable musical experiences.
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- Performing Arts
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- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Detroit, Michigan
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- 1887
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Detroit, Michigan 48201, US
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The DSO and Jader Bignamini are back at Interlochen Center for the Arts for our annual residency this weekend. The DSO performs Strauss's Don Juan and Beethoven's "Eroica" Symphony tonight, and on Sunday Dvořák's "New World" Symphony and Verdi's Overture to Nabucco in a side-by-side with Interlochen's World Youth Symphony Orchestra. Not up north? Tune in to the live broadcasts by Interlochen Public Radio 88.5 88.7 91.5 & 100.9 Fm or the webcasts at https://lnkd.in/gS7MQqVG
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DSO’s #SummerinSosnick concert series has sound experiences that will brighten your musical palette on breezy summer nights. Join us in Sosnick Courtyard the next two nights for quintessential American opera and jazzy electro-acoustic sounds. Psst: It's FREE! Made possible by the Gilbert Family Foundation Get the full lineup here: https://lnkd.in/gTq-ut2b #IAMDSO #Music #Detroit #DetroitMusic
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Congratulations Damien Crutcher for being recognized as a 2024 Kresge Arts in Detroit Artist Fellow for Live Music Performance! 🎉 We celebrate Damien today and every day for his advocacy of music education, mentorship, and illustrating what’s possible through a life in music. We applaud Damien for the vision he carries out as DSO’s Managing Director of Detroit Harmony, conducting the Detroit Community Concert Band and Civic Symphony Band; and his leadership as co-founder and CEO of Crescendo Detroit. Damien, thank you for serving the city of Detroit with your energy, vision, and leadership! Check out the full list of Kresge’s 2024 Artist Fellowship cohort:
We are excited to announce the newest cohort of Kresge Artist Fellows and Gilda Award winners! This is the program's largest cohort to date and the first group of fellows to each receive the increased $40,000 unrestricted award! Deep thanks to the panelists who put in many hours of review and deliberation to select the award recipients. 🎉Congratulations to these incredible metro Detroit artists! https://lnkd.in/gurSUMZ6
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Tituss Burgess is coming to Detroit this Saturday 🔥 bit.ly/dsopride 🔥 "I'm so excited. It's such an esteemed orchestra...I'm eager to hear what their nuances will be on some of these sharks." Hear Tituss's thoughts on his Detroit debut and bring your #Pride to Orchestra Hall 6/29 to give him a proper welcome. Let's go, fam: bit.ly/3RHh66D
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At The DSO, she’s known as “The Fixer” and at the Detroit Opera House, he’s your go-to to make the job a little easier. Together this mother and son duo are instrumental in making Detroit events happen! Read this sweet feature about Sharon Gardener Carr and Evan Carr: https://lnkd.in/gAzct4CH
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We love working with our Detroit community partners to co-curate musical programming that artistically and culturally connects with residents’ interests and livelihoods. Our concerts in #ChandlerPark and other Detroit parks feature art and music-making opportunities, free food, and a whole lot of vibes and culture. Choose your experience with these upcoming happenings: bit.ly/45mii4V Learn more about equity work happening in Detroit parks in this Model D feature and visit us in a park near you this summer.
Stewardship organizations advance equity in Detroit's parks at a grassroots level
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The Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Family Foundation is keeping jazz alive in Detroit! These are the intent faces of DSO Civic Jazz students getting up close and personal in a masterclass with internationally renowned trumpet, bandleader, and educator Kris Johnson. Thanks to the Erb Family Foundation's new grant, our investment in the future music-makers and world shakers of Detroit will continue to thrive through the facilitation of excellent education, meaningful performance opportunities, and professional development. We applaud you for your transformative commitment to the preservation of jazz legacy 👏 👏 👏
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It's better together. ❤️ Share your DSO experience with friends and colleagues and spend time together in harmony! Group seating for our 2024–2025 season is ON SALE NOW. 🎻 Groups of 8+ can save up to 30% off ticket prices, plus NO FEES. 🏆 Get priority seating at the best prices. 🤝 Recieve 1-on-1 personalized services and make your group's experience a lasting one. Book your group concert experience today! Visit https://bit.ly/41ZKV6h or contact James Sabatella at 313.576.5130 to get started.
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We love you, Detroit! Thank you to our friends at Michigan Central for crafting an event that captured the breadth of Detroit history, artistry, community, and innovation. Let's go! Michigan Central Station is now OPEN. #DetroitSymphonyOrchestra #MichiganCentralOpen