Musician’s Musing – March 2018

This month’s Musician’s Musings was written by BSO first violinist, Jessica Cheng who shares her experience with the Minnesota Orchestra Fantasy Camp. The Major Leagues – A Fantasy Camp Experience, Part II Fantasy Camp with the Minnesota Orchestra was an incredible...

“Stories and Enigmas” :: Concert Preview No. 3

Before each concert, we share “Manny’s Musings,” thoughts from our Music Director and Conductor, Manny Laureano. This is the final edition of the “Musings” for the “Stories and Enigmas” concert that will be performed on Sunday, February 25, 2018. Imagine you are a...

“Stories and Enigmas” :: Concert Preview No. 2

Before each concert, we share “Manny’s Musings,” thoughts from our Music Director and Conductor, Manny Laureano. This is the first edition of the “Musings” for the “Stories and Enigmas” concert that will be performed on Sunday, February 25, 2018. Relationships formed...

“Stories and Enigmas” :: Concert Preview No. 1

Before each concert, we share “Manny’s Musings,” thoughts from our Music Director and Conductor, Manny Laureano. This is the first edition of the “Musings” for the “Stories and Enigmas” concert that will be performed on Sunday, February 25, 2018. The Russian people,...

Musician’s Musing – February 2018

This month’s Musician’s Musings was written by BSO Principal Percussionist, Paul Madore.   From Jazz to Classical   As far back as I can remember, I’ve always loved music. So much so that my earliest childhood memories center on drums, phonograph records, or...

Zach’s Sobiech’s “Clouds” at the Mall of America

Musicians from the Bloomington Symphony Orchestra with guest conductor Dan Chouinard, had the chance to be a part of the KS95 “Clouds Choir for a Cause,” on December 15. The event raised over $500,000 for childhood cancer research. Thanks to Karl Demer of...

Musician’s Musing – January 2018

This month’s Musician’s Musings was written by BSO Principal Cellist and former Board President, Laurie Maiser.   The Major Leagues – A Fantasy Camp Experience I’m a small-town Minnesota girl.  Born and raised in Austin, MN, it was a special event when we would...

Musician’s Musing – December 2017

This month’s Musician’s Musings was written by BSO Principal Bassist, Chuck Kreitzer.   Hello, my name is Charles Kreitzer although I prefer to be addressed as “Chuck”.  I was most happy to contribute to the musician’s musings when asked by Sara Tan, I am a...

Encore: Beethoven’s 5th! – Order Tickets Today!

The BSO will present Encore: Beethoven’s 5th  on Sunday, November 19 at 7 p.m. Join us for this unique Bloomington Symphony Orchestra experience, where Maestro Manny Laureano will provide the audience with some additional insight from the famous symphony,...

Announcing “Encore: Beethoven’s 5th!”

Iconic, Triumphant, Glorious. Take this rare opportunity to understand the genius that redefined how symphonies would be written for all time. Come and enjoy a chat hosted by BSO music director, Manny Laureano, followed by a full performance of Beethoven’s Fifth...

Give in November

There are three great ways to give in the month of November! Send a check to “BSO” to the BSO Office at 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, MN 55431 Shop with us at Talbots on November 5. invite with full details!. Participate in Give the Max Day on...

Kiitos! Thank You!

Thank you to all who attended the sold-out Bloomington Symphony Orchestra and Suomi Finland 100 Chorus concert at the Masonic Heritage Center on October 8! If you are planning to attend future Bloomington Symphony Orchestra concerts, we urge you to order your tickets...