West Michigan Symphony

Young musicians from West Michigan Symphony’s Tune Up string program performed yesterday as part of the summer camp held by Impact After School at Bunker Elementary School in Muskegon.

Thank you to those who attended your WMS 23/24 season finale last Friday night! Special guest pianist Aldo López-Gavilán, Music Director Scott Speck and the orchestra wowed with an emotional and inspired program of familiar and new works, including Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue and music from Bernstein’s West Side Story. Thank you to concert sponsor West Shore Bank for supporting our mission to lead, facilitate, connect and collaborate with the community to stimulate cultural vibrancy, inclusivity and pride of place. We can’t wait to share more amazing musical experiences with you next season. P.S. It’s a great time to order your 24/25 season ticket package. See you @ the Symphony!   Concert Photos by Beth Buelow Photography Check out the full gallery here >>> bit.ly/3TsXZil  

Travel the world. Discover new sounds. Experience familiar favorites. Scott Speck and your West Michigan Symphony take you on a musical journey around the globe to Italy, Spain, Norway, Germany and more. April 19 at the Frauenthal in downtown Muskegon. This fast-moving program of 9 shorter works celebrates the talents of your WMS musicians. Tickets start at just $19>> bit.ly/4alfeXY

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Last Friday night, Detroit native and neoclassical pianist Blkbok brought his high-energy style and passion for classical music to Muskegon’s intimate listening room. His performance included audio and visual effects that enhanced his dynamic musical storytelling experience. Blkbok’s visits to Muskegon High School and North Muskegon High School resonated with many students, who then excitedly attended that evening’s concert. Thank you BlkBok for sharing your talents with Muskegon! Learn more about what’s up next at The Block here >>> https://bit.ly/3R5Zz8D Psst. 24/25 Season Announcement also coming soon...

“I want more people to understand that classical music is for everyone. It’s not just for one group of people.” Today BLKBOK shared his vision and talents with students at both Muskegon High School and North Muskegon High School. It was a great opportunity the students to hear BLKBOK play and talk about how music opens doors and provides hope. A handful of tickets available for tonight BLKBOK’s performance at 7:30 pm at The Block. Get them before they’re gone >>> bit.ly/3wtD3y0

Contemporary pianist BLKBOK comes to Muskegon’s intimate listening room, The Block, March 8. Hailing from inner-city Detroit, BLKBOK entertains with culturally reflective piano-based performance that encourages dialogue. Experience this artist who has toured with Rihanna, Demi Lovato and John Mayer. Listen to BLKBOK tell a bit of his story here >>> bit.ly/3SWv5oH

Violinist Chee-Yun welcomes you and shares her excitement about returning and performing The Seasons: Reimagined TONIGHT at the beautiful Frauenthal theater downtown Muskegon.

Lunch n’ Learn is a FREE community event that provides a look behind the WMS – the music, orchestra, and conductor. Sponsored by Embark Financial Partners, these learning opportunities take place prior to each WMS Masterworks concert, and feature insights provided by Music Director Scott Speck and the weekend’s featured guest artist. Learn more here >> bit.ly/3OCO0ml

Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. You know it. You love it. Experience it LIVE! with your West Michigan Symphony, Feb 23 at Muskegon’s Frauenthal Theater. Get lost in the timeless beauty of musical images reflecting spring, summer, autumn and winter. All brought to life by dynamic violinist Chee-Yun. Tickets start at $19 Go to >> bit.ly/4bE2hde