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Karaoke Takeover

Karaoke Takeover

It’s a Manitowoc Symphony Karaoke take-over with Delta Dawn & The Karaoke Cowboy Friday, April 5th 8 pmPhil & Michelle’s...

NEW Dueling Pianos at the Wharf

Come experience Wisconsin’s own NEW Dueling Pianos, one of the most most sought after shows in Wisconsin at our June 26 Fundraiser at the Wharf! Pianos, crazy talented entertainers, and most importantly YOU! It’s always a party with ‘The Guys’!

Backyard BBQ Bash

Mark your calendars for our BBQ Bash Fundraiser at the home of MSO Friend and Supporter Bill Fricke! Good eats, Good Music and Good Fun! Catered by Brian's Smokehouse of Manitowoc.

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Holiday Cash

Tickets $100 — win the grand prize of $2000 or one of the 4 other cash prizes! Drawing on Dec 10.

Christmas Cookie Sale

The most delicious way to help support MSO! Order today!

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Let’s indulge!

MSO heads toward 75 years with the greatest music of all time. The internationally acclaimed pianist Stanislava Varshavski will perform Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2. Beethoven’s Egmont Overture and Brahms’ Symphony No.3 will further spoil our ears.

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Let’s paint! Let’s play!

Ravel/Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition will arrest our senses with its colorful brilliance. Nobuo Uematsu, “the Beethoven of gaming composers,” shares his spectacular music from the Final Fantasy video game universe. A concert to support education and recognize our sister city of Kamogawa, Japan.

Let’s sing with Santa!

John Rutter’s timeless holiday carols form the centerpiece of this concert featuring the CCC Community Chorale and the Lincoln HS Chamber Choir. Music by Robert Shaw, Haydn, and a story by Hans Christian Andersen round out the program. MSO is again partnering with Courthouse Pub to offer dinner after the concert.

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Let’s go to the movies!

Be haunted by the classic 1925 American silent film THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA while the Symphony performs a new film score live. To quote Roger Ebert, the film “…creates beneath the opera one of the most grotesque places in the cinema… ”

Shindig

MSO September Shindig Fundraiser Sept 7 at the Wharf featuring music by Copper Box and Food by Grow It Forward!

2023-2024 Season Tickets now on sale!

Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra is excited to announce that tickets for our upcoming “All Together Now!” season are now on sale....

Fall Fundraiser 2023

Fall Fundraiser 2023

Get ready for our Fall Fundraiser on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023 at The Wharf featuring the band Copper Box. Band...

Spring Bash

A fun and casual fundraiser with games, food and drink, and an auction. Featuring live dance music by Wisconsin Party Band, The Dweebs.

Romantic Era Pops!

Romantic Era Pops! Saturday, April 15, 2023 7:30pm | Capitol Civic Centre MSO heads toward 75 years with a passionate...

Classical Era Pops!

Mozart and Haydn—two of the most popular musicians of all time. MSO performs their “greatest hits,“ revealing their genius over a lifetime of composition.

Cookies Thankyou

Cookies Thankyou

Thank you for supporting MSO! A confirmation of your order will be sent by email. Cookies will be delivered on...

Holiday Pops

The most beloved music on the biggest stage at the most special time of the year and a holiday dinner option from Courthouse Pub!

Movies Pops

The enduring film scores of John Williams are the musical foundation of our lives. Hear the movie masterpieces that we all love: Jurassic Park, Love Theme from Superman, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, E.T., Saving Private Ryan, Star Wars Medley, and many more!

Bourbon & Bites

Bourbon & Bites (and some Blues) This event took place Sept. 21, 2022 at the Manitowoc Yacht Club Bourbon Tasting...

Tune in to Be My Guest March 31 & June 9, 2022

Tune in to Be My Guest March 31 & June 9, 2022

Tune in to WOMT radio for the "Be My Guest" show with Lee Douglas at 9:30 am, Thursday, March 31 and June 9 to hear about upcoming MSO events.

Our Town: By George! June 25, 2022

Our Town: By George! June 25, 2022

Piano virtuoso DIANA SHAPIRO returns to perform the finest of American music. The lavish, popular, charming, and inventive music of George Gershwin—the model of American ingenuity—ushers in summer on the Lakeshore.

70th Birthday Celebration April 23, 2022

Join MSO on April 23, 2022 at the Venue at Union Square as we celebrate 70 years of music on the Lakeshore! $70 per person.

Holiday Tour of Homes

Holiday Tour of Homes

We are sorry to announce that the MSO Holiday Tour of Homes 2022 has been cancelled A Fundraiser for Manitowoc...

Our Sound: Celebrating 70 Years! April 9, 2022

Our Sound: Celebrating 70 Years! April 9, 2022

70 years of marvelous sound and passionate people.

Holiday Auction Begins Nov. 26

Support your symphony this holiday season with unique local gifts delivered right to your door. Mark your calendar and check...

We All Sing in the Season Holiday Concert! Nov. 20, 2021

We All Sing in the Season Holiday Concert! Nov. 20, 2021

Featuring local Broadway star DANIEL LeCLAIRE! MSO celebrates the holidays with timeless and festive favorites by Vivaldi and Bach and modern settings of our most beloved carols by Mannheim Steamroller. Join the Symphony in a joyous and uplifting sing-a-long!

The Original Dracula. Oct. 9, 2021

The Original Dracula. Oct. 9, 2021

A live-to-film concert. Deemed one of the greatest horror movies of all time, NOSFERATU: A SYMPHONY OF HORROR is a terrifying classic silent film from 1922 that set the standard for modern-day vampire myths. 

Aug 5, 2021 Press Release: Erin Boheme

Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra Fundraiser Features Jazz Vocalist, Erin Boheme performing at The Wharf 

2021-22 season tickets now on sale

2021-22 Season Tickets now on sale! Buy now on the Capitol Civic Centre website New this year—Discounts for Ages 35...

Erin Boheme at The Wharf

Thank you to those who attended our first special event of the season, Erin Boheme in concert at The Wharf. It was a beautiful...

Catch MSO at Sub Fest — July 4, 2021

There’s something for everyone at Manitowoc’s lakeside celebration including ALL DAY LIVE MUSIC!  Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra is proudly performing Jazz...

Can you see a song?

Can you see a song?

Illustration from the book “I See a Song” by Eric Carle, available on Amazon. Can you see a song? Tuesday,...

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Wayne Wildman Receives Award  

On Friday, April 9, 2021 the AWSO announced Wayne Wildman as the winner of the 2021 Service to Music Award.

Healing the Community

Healing the Community

Healing the Community A Chamber Concert by Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra Honoring Our Caregivers and First Responders Essential workers, be our...

Holiday Auction to Benefit MSO, Nov 27-Dec 23

Holiday Auction to Benefit MSO, Nov 27-Dec 23

Support your symphony this holiday season with unique local gifts delivered to your door.

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Remaining 2020 events cancelled

Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra regretfully announces the cancellation of two remaining events scheduled for 2020:     Jingle & Mingle on...

Jingle & Mingle

Jingle & Mingle

Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra presents Jingle & Mingle Holiday Fundraiser Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020 • 6pm This event was cancelled. Classically...

Love Letters, a play

Love Letters, a play

Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra presents Love Letters a play by A. R. Gurney starring Chris Kornely and Rick Gerroll at the...

Party at the Pub

Party at the Pub

Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra presents Party at the Pub Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020 • 3pm POSTPONED For the concern and safety...

Bonfire at Bill’s

Bonfire at Bill’s

Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra presents Bonfire at Bill’s Sat., Sept. 19, 2020 • 6pm-? An outdoor event at the home of...

janet planet at the wharf

janet planet at the wharf

Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra presents janet planet quartet Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2020 • 6pm We had a wonderful time! Thank you...

2020 Stronger with Music Series

2020 Stronger with Music Series

2020 Special Event Series  Indulge yourself in the Arts! Support Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra! Sept. 2 – janet planet quartet (Aug....

Jazz on the Lake 2019

Jazz on the Lake 2019

Jazz on the Lake This event was held Saturday, October 5th, 2019 at 6:00pm Manitowoc Yacht Club A fun, annual...

Scholarship winners announced

Scholarship winners announced

The recipients of the MSO music camp scholarships have been selected… congratulations to all! Each student has been awarded $500...

Covid-19 Response

Covid-19 Response

A note from MSO Executive Director, Peggy Pitz The Coronavirus Pandemic—a time of uncertainty and unknowns. I speak for the MSO...

Holiday Tour of Homes

Holiday Tour of Homes

Manitowoc Symphony Holiday Tour of Homes to Return in 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: November 4, 2019 The Manitowoc Symphony...

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MSO Music Director on Coolest Coast

Jason Prigge talks with MSO's new Music Director Dylan Chmura-Moore about this season and the future of MSO.

Jazz on the Lake

Jazz on the Lake Saturday, October 5th, 2019 at 6:00pm Manitowoc Yacht Club A fun, annual fall fundraiser featuring live jazz...

Derby Party

Kentucky-Derby Themed Fundraiser at CNC Links originally scheduled for Saturday May 2, 2020  This event has been canceled  Manitowoc Yacht...

Holiday Tour of Homes

Holiday Tour of Homes

Holiday Tour of Homes A Fundraiser for Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra Saturday, December 7, 2019 from 9am–3pm For over 30 years,...

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Dylan Thomas Chmura-Moore Named Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra Music Director

Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra (MSO) Board of Directors is pleased to announce Dylan Thomas Chmura-Moore has been named the new Music Director, effective July 1, 2019.

Gershwin in Paris (and Havana and Savannah and New York) | April 18, 2020

** CANCELED DUE TO COVID-19 ** April 18, 2020 |  7:30pmCapitol Civic Centre Gershwin in Paris (and Havana and Savannah...

Italian Journey Matinee | Feb. 15, 2020

Feb. 15, 2020 | 2:30pm Italian Journey Valentine’s Matinee Tchaikovsky: Capriccio Italien • Schubert: Overture in the Italian StyleMendelssohn: Symphony...

Destination Mozart | Nov 16, 2019

Destination Mozart | Nov 16, 2019

Nov. 16, 2019 | 7:30pm Destination: Mozart featuring Guest Musician Andrew Dunlap, violin Overture to The ImpresarioViolin Concerto No. 5...

Classical Mystery Tour | Oct 12, 2019

James Owen presentsClassical Mystery Tour: A Tribute to the Beatles in concert withMANITOWOC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAOct. 12, 2019 | Capitol Civic...

Wildman Steps Down as Music Director for the Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra

Press Release from April 2019 THE MAESTRO PUTS DOWN HIS BATON Wildman Steps Down as Music Director for the Manitowoc...

Derby Party

Derby Party

This event was held Saturday, May 4, 2019 An evening of derby-themed fun with friends! CNC Links • 4935 County...

Stars on Broadway | April 13 2019

Stars on Broadway | April 13 2019

Stars on Broadway | April 13, 2019 Featuring Manitowoc’s Own Garth Neustadter and Maestro Wayne Wildman, Music Director in his...

Under Northern Skies | Feb. 9, 2019

Under Northern Skies | Feb. 9, 2019

Under Northern Skies | Feb 9, 2019 Performance at 7:30pm | Informance with Jim Miller at 6:45pm Wayne Wildman, Music...

Daryl Stuermer | Nov 17, 2018

Daryl Stuermer | Nov 17, 2018

Daryl Stuermer Symphony Concert Nov. 17, 2018 7:30pm | Capitol Civic Center | 913 S. 8th St, Manitowoc Sponsored by: Peter J....

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Legends, Spirits and Stars | Oct 13, 2018

Legends, Spirits and Stars | Oct 13, 2018 Performance at 7:30pm | Informance with Jim Miller and artist Skip Wallen...

Jazz on the Lake 2018

Our second annual Jazz on the Lake event was held Saturday, October 6, 2018 at the Manitowoc Yacht Club.  It...

Cinco de Derby | May 5, 2018

MSO’s CINCO DE DERBYFundraiser was held Saturday, May 5, 2018 from 4–10pmat CNC Links Golf Course ~ 4935 County Rd C, Manitowoc$75...

A Song of Creation | Apr. 21, 2018

A Song of Creation | Apr. 21, 2018

A Song of Creation | April 21, 2018 Haydn: The Creation Parts I and II. Performance at 7:30pm. Just in time...

Songs of Love | Feb. 10, 2018

Songs of Love | Feb. 10, 2018

Songs of Love | Feb. 10, 2018 featuring special guest soprano Bergen Baker (website) Performance at 7:30pm with an “Informance”...

Songs of Harvest & Holidays | Nov. 18, 2017

Songs of Harvest & Holidays | Nov. 18, 2017

Songs of Harvest & Holidays | Nov. 18, 2017
As the seasons change, we warm our hearts with the tunes that instantly bring memories of our loved ones and this most favorite time of year.

Holiday Tour of Homes

Holiday Tour of Homes

Holiday Tour of Homes A Fundraiser for Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra was held Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018 For 30 years, the...

Songs of Our Nation | Oct. 14, 2017

Songs of Our Nation | Oct. 14, 2017

Songs of Our Nation | Oct. 14, 2017
A musical salute to our brave heroes!

Anchors Aweigh! Spring Fundraiser


Anchors Aweigh!
MSO's Spring Fundraiser Gala
June 24, 2017

MSO Goes to the Movies


MSO Goes to the Movies
A tour of Hollywood music with Garth Neustadter
April 22, 2017

MSO Returns to the Homeland


MSO Returns to the Homeland
The finest music by Czech, Polish & German composers.
Feb. 11, 2017

Holiday Tour of Homes


MSO's Holiday Tour of Homes
Nine local homes beautifully decorated for the holidays!
Dec. 3, 2016

MSO Celebrates Our Own


MSO Celebrates Our Own
Showcasing talent from within our own orchestra
Nov. 19, 2016
 

MSO Salutes the Greats


MSO Salutes the Greats
feat. Five By Design
October 15, 2016