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Step into the enchanting world of Studio Ghibli as the orchestra brings to life the unforgettable music of composer Joe Hisaishi. This Pops concert celebrates the magical scores behind some of the most beloved animated films of all time, featuring sweeping orchestral medleys from Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, and Kiki’s Delivery Service.
Inspired by the arc of a Northern day, this immersive chamber program moves from pre‑dawn stillness to the warmth of an extended twilight. Music by Arvo Pärt, Max Richter, Ólafur Arnalds, and Nordic‑influenced composers unfolds in an atmospheric setting.
Led by guest conductor Kedrick Armstrong, this program explores Nordic orchestral identity across more than a century. It features the dramatic early voice of Elfrida Andrée, Grieg’s beloved Piano Concerto with guest pianist Lorraine Min, the modern textures of Ruders’ Tundra, and Sibelius’s Symphony No. 3, a masterwork of clarity and innovation.
This annual side‑by‑side concert brings together the Fargo Moorhead Symphony Orchestra and the Fargo Moorhead Area Youth Symphonies. The program features Britten’s Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra, the Fall 2026 Thoreson Steffes Young Artist Competition winner, and Tchaikovsky’s powerful Symphony No. 4.
Inspired by traditions of song and dance, this woodwind quintet program features music by underrepresented and living composers, including Valerie Coleman and Amy Beach. Performed by FMSO principal wind players & more.
This year, A Night at the Oscars takes a star-studded trip to the Big Apple! Dress to impress, walk the red carpet, and step into a cinematic celebration inspired by some of the most unforgettable films connected to New York City and its iconic energy.
Experience the bold sounds of the FMSO low brass. With music for trombone and tuba‑euphonium ensembles, the program showcases the surprising range of these instruments.
This program spans more than two centuries of orchestral music, from Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 featuring Sonja Bosca‑Harasim, Deb Harris, and Tyler Wottrich, to Elgar’s Serenade for Strings. It also includes Puccini’s Crisantemi, Pärt’s Cantus in memoriam Benjamin Britten, and Mozart’s Symphony No. 29, showcasing clarity, elegance, and evolving musical styles.
Composed by artists shaped by migration, reinvention, and cultural exchange, this program offers a reflective portrait of America through chamber music. From Dvořák’s time in rural Iowa to contemporary American voices, these works reveal a nation heard through many perspectives.
The final Masterworks concert of the 2026–2027 season concludes with Beethoven’s groundbreaking Symphony No. 9, featuring orchestra, soloists, and a large chorus. From dramatic intensity to the triumphant “Ode to Joy,” this iconic work remains one of the most powerful statements in the symphonic repertoire and a fitting season finale.
New to the FMSO?
We are excited to welcome you to the Fargo-Moorhead Symphony Orchestra! Attending a symphony concert for the first time can feel like stepping into something new and inspiring, but there are no special requirements or expectations, just simply come ready to enjoy the music. Every concert offers a unique experience, from the energy of the musicians on stage to the rich sounds and emotions that unfold throughout the performance.
Before you arrive, we encourage you to review our FAQs for helpful tips and answers to common questions so you can feel comfortable and confident from the moment you walk through the doors.
