SYMPHONY NOTES
Where Holiday Memories Begin By Tori Fusinaz For generations, the Jacksonville Symphony has helped families celebrate the season through music, creating memories that last long after the final note. Every family has its holiday traditions. Maybe it’s unpacking ornaments that have been passed down for generations, pulling out recipes that only appear once a year, or watching the same holiday movie every December. For me, it was...
Symphony Notes
By Steven Libman, President and CEO of the Jacksonville Symphony When you return to the Jacksonville Symphony this fall, you will experience more than a new season of music; you will step into a renewed Jacoby Symphony Hall with new seats, carpeting, handrails, aisle lighting, speakers, and acoustic shelving thanks to significant support from the Terry Family Foundation. While this transformation enhances the patron experience in...
A Reimagined Jacoby Symphony Hall
By Steven Libman The 2026/27 season of the Jacksonville Symphony will introduce new sounds, new faces, and a refreshed experience for our audiences. As I write this, Jacoby Symphony Hall is undergoing a significant transformation, with larger, more comfortable seating, new carpet, enhanced acoustic elements, and new speakers—all set to debut in time for the upcoming season. This project has been in development for more than two years...
A Season of Celebration: Honoring Heritage, Hope, and Harmony
By Steven Libman As we continue our 75th Anniversary Season, we are delighted to present a rich lineup of performances and educational events that reflect our commitment to diversity, remembrance, and musical excellence. In February we celebrate Black History Month with concerts that highlight the creativity, impact, and powerful voices of African American virtuosos. This winter also marks the presentation of Violins of Hope, a...
Jacksonville Symphony Celebrates 75th Season with New Branding and Special Events
By Steven Libman, President and CEO of the Jacksonville Symphony It is with great joy and excitement that we unveil the Jacksonville Symphony’s 75th season. Over the past seven decades, the symphony has served as the fabric of Jacksonville’s cultural landscape, weaving together the threads of music and community spirit through uplifting experiences. This milestone is a testament to our mission of reaching new artistic...
SYMPHONY NOTES
The Heart of Jacoby Symphony Hall: The Bryan Concert Organ By Steven Libman, President and CEO of the Jacksonville Symphony Those who have attended a performance with the Jacksonville Symphony have likely seen the magnificent pipes of the Bryan Concert Organ that stretch behind the stage all the way to the ceiling. Affectionally called the heart of Jacoby Symphony Hall, the organ has the power to fill the space and even shake...
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