In 2022, we experienced world-class guest artists and remarkable music in Overture Hall with more than 15,000 of you! We spent more than 160 hours in the hall between rehearsals and performances for our Symphony concerts alone. We welcomed 16 guest artists to the stage plus 3 actors from American Players Theatre, members and directors of 3 local choirs, and members of the Orchestra. If you attended or supported our concerts in any way, thank you!
Relive the moments from all our 2022 Symphony concerts, plus The Final Forte 2022 and our September 2022 Organ concert, below. Each story features photos, reviews, and quotes from audience members about the performance. We hope you enjoy this recap and to see you at the Symphony in 2023!
Symphony Moments: A Madison Symphony Christmas, December 2-4
Beginning with caroling in the lobby, and the entire audience singing Christmas carols together for the finale, this beloved annual Madison tradition brought the holiday season to a glorious start! Read the reviews and view photos from A Madison Symphony Christmas 2022.
Symphony Moments: The Naughtons and the MSO, November 2022
The MSO was thrilled to welcome Christina and Michelle Naughton back to Overture Hall for our November 11-13 concerts. Read reviews from the concert weekend, hear what the audience had to say, and view pictures!
Symphony Moments: James Ehnes and the MSO, October 2022
The MSO was thrilled to welcome James Ehnes back to Overture Hall for our October 14-16 concerts. Read reviews from the concert weekend, hear what the audience had to say, and view pictures!
Symphony Moments: Greg Zelek, Organ, Sept. 28
Read audience reviews and view photos from Greg Zelek’s 22/23 Organ Season Premiere on Tuesday, Sept. 28.
Symphony Moments: Infinite Joy, Sept. 23, 24, 25
Read the reviews and view photos from the thrilling performances of Infinite Joy!
Symphony Moments: His Greatest Hits, May 6, 7, & 8
Read the reviews and view photos from the thrilling performance of His Greatest Hits!
Symphony Moments: The Final Forte
Read about The 2022 Final Forte and view photos from the evening!
Symphony Moments: Missa Solemnis, April 8, 9, & 10
Read the reviews and view photos from the spectacular performance of Missa Solemnis!
Symphony Moments: Gil Shaham Plays the Beethoven Violin Concerto, March 11-13
Read the reviews and view photos from Gil Shaham plays the Beethoven Violin Concerto, March 11-13, 2022!
Symphony Moments: Beyond the Score, February 13
Those who attended our performance of Beyond the Score®: Stravinsky, The Rite of Spring enjoyed an amazing multi-media performance together in Overture Hall starring American Players Theatre actors and the Madison Symphony Orchestra. The first half featured actors...
Symphony Moments: Premiere Debut, January 21-23
Those who attended our performance of Premiere Debut enjoyed an unforgettable concert together in Overture Hall with the Madison Symphony Orchestra and guest artist, Kelly Hall-Tompkins. The program began with a beautiful performance of Kabalevsky's Overture to Colas...