Auditions for Violin – Saturday, February 1

The Bloomington Symphony Orchestra is announcing auditions for the following positions: Principal Second Violin, Assistant Principal (first) Violin (4th chair) and Section Violin. We invite any interested violinists to audition on Saturday, February 1, 2014, beginning...

In memoriam: David Jones, former BSO violinist

The BSO sends its condolences to the family and friends of David “Davie” Jones, who passed away in a car accident on Thanksgiving Day. Dave was a member of the BSO for 27 years, and he “retired” following the 2006-07 season, when the orchestra...

“Sit Right Back” on Sunday, November 24

Join us for the concert, “Sit Right Back and You’ll Hear the Tale,” on Sunday at 3 p.m. The Bloomington Symphony, under the baton of Artistic Director & Conductor Manny Laureano, will play pieces by Borodin and Rimsky-Korsakov at Immanuel...

Give to the Max Today

Today, Thursday, November 14 is Give to the Max Day in Minnesota. Every dollar you contribute to the Bloomington Symphony Orchestra, up to $2,325, will be matched by our Board of Directors. In addition, we have the chance to win bonus grants from GiveMN throughout the...

BSO Board to Match Give to the Max Day Donations!

On Sunday, November 10, the six-member Bloomington Symphony Orchestra Board of Directors announced that it will match all donations received on Give to the Max Day up to $2,325! Please consider joining the board by giving a gift of $10 or more that will support the...

Give to the Max!

Do you enjoy attending Bloomington Symphony Orchestra concerts? Are you a fan of the music we provide to the community at our four season concerts, our outdoor summer concert and our annual performance with the Bloomington Public School Orchestras? We are able to...

Thank you!

Our 51st season got off to a great start on Sunday, October 6! Thank you to everyone who attended our first concert of the year. We enjoyed playing with Susan Billmeyer and were so grateful to perform for such a gracious and enthusiastic audience. We are beginning...

“Let Us Begin” Concert Preview No. 3

This post is the final entry in the Concert Preview series for the Bloomington Symphony Orchestra’s October 6 concert, entitled “Let Us Begin.” We hope you enjoyed Manny’s Musings and will check back later for previews of pieces from upcoming...

“Let Us Begin” Concert Preview No. 2

This is the second post in a series by the BSO’s ArtisticDirector, Manny Laureano. Enjoy the preview of the Mendelssohn Piano Concerto No. 1. Stop by on Monday, September 30 for the final preview of the BSO’s October 6 concert, “Let Us Begin.”...

“Let Us Begin” Concert Preview No. 1

This is the first entry in a series that will be posted prior to each concert. This “Concert Preview” will provide background information on the pieces the BSO will perform next. Each Concert Preview is written by the BSO’s Artistic Director and...

Manny’s Musings

Welcome!  Soon our Artistic Director and Conductor, Manny Laureano, will be sharing his insights with the community.   Check back soon for updates from Manny.

Tickets on sale now!

Season and single tickets are onsale for the Bloomington Symphony’s 2013-14 sesaon. You may purchase tickets in advance, online through the Bloomington Box Office or by calling 952-563-8575. You can also purchase tickets by stopping by the Box Office during...