This Month at the Madison Symphony…
Our 25-26 Overture Concert Organ Season
Following our celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Overture Concert Organ with you all last season, we can’t wait to create new and exciting memories together this year! We open the season in October with a concert of great organ and choir works, featuring the UW–Madison Concert Choir, conducted by Mariana Farah. In November, renowned trumpeter and former Canadian Brass member, Caleb Hudson, will join Greg Zelek on stage for a concert of organ and solo trumpet music. In February, the famed organist, Felix Hell, returns to Overture Hall for the first time since his debut in 2012. We wrap up our 21st season in harmony with the Madison Symphony Orchestra’s 100th anniversary celebration, with an intimate evening of music featuring Nine MSO musicians performing repertoire for organ and chamber ensemble. We look forward to the start of this thrilling new decade of our Overture Concert Organ Series!
News & Stories
Overture Feature: Principal Organist Greg Zelek
Check out this exciting feature Overture Center’s Hope Horne did on our MSO Principal Organist Greg Zelek for the Overture Center Website. She interviewed him all about the upcoming 25/26 Overture Concert Organ Concert Season and his time with the Madison Symphony Orchestra.
Press Release: 25–26 Overture Concert Organ Season
Read our latest Press Release all about the upcoming 25-26 Overture Concert Organ Season. We are excited about this launch and inside you will find all the details of the season.
Job Opening: Reception & Administrative Assistant
We have a new opening in our Madison Symphony Orchestra Main Offices. You can read about the position below and applications will be accepted until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by July 20, 2025.
25/26 Symphony Subscriptions Are On Sale Now!
We have officially launched out 25/26 Symphony Season with 8 Subscription Concerts, 2 MSO at the Movies Concerts you can add on, 2 Centennial Opening Weekend Concerts you can add on and a FREE Centennial Closing Weekend Festival! Explore the next season here in our 25/26 Season Brochure and secure your seats with a subscription before single tickets go on sale August 23rd!
Upcoming Community Events
Madison Opera: Opera in the Park
July 19th, 2025
For over 20 years, Opera in the Park has been the epitome of Madison Opera’s place in our community. Garner Park comes alive with music and light sticks, as soloists share their favorite opera and musical theater numbers, along with the Madison Opera Chorus and Madison Symphony Orchestra. Join us as we celebrate the power of connection through beautiful performances, beautiful music, and a beautiful night. Repertoire for Opera in the Park 2025 includes pieces by Bernstein, Bizet, Gendel, Korngold, Mozart, Offenbach, Puccini, Tchaikovsky, and more.
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Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra: Concerts on the Square
July 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, 2025
Your favorite summer tradition is back! From the energy of Motown to the grandeur of Mozart & Beethoven, this season of Concerts on the Square® brings six weeks of music that span genres and generations. Mark your calendars and join us for another season of music, community, and summer nights up on Capitol Square.
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