Welcome to the
Meridian Symphony Orchestra
2025/2026 Season!
We invite you to join the Meridian Symphony Orchestra during this season as we honor Maestro James Ogle whose passion, artistry, and dedication have transformed our orchestra and shaped the cultural heart of our community.
After 10 seasons with the MSO, Maestro Ogle will be retiring at the end of this season. We proudly celebrate this remarkable chapter in our history as he conducts his final celebratory season with the MSO, ​
The concerts this season will bring both reflection and renewal as we celebrate and explore who will lead us into future seasons. Be among the first to experience the vision of our Artistic Director finalists as they share the podium during the Winter and Spring concerts with bold, inspiring musical programs.
Concert Schedule:
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November 1, 2025, "An American Retrospective." Conducted by Maestro James Ogle at Centennial High School
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December 13 & 14, 2025, "Home for the Holidays" (Saturday evening/Sunday afternoon).
Conductor James Ogle at Meridian High School. -
February 28, 2026 at Meridian High School. Maestro James Ogle conducting Tchaikovsky as well as selections conducted by Artistic Director finalists.
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May 2, 2026 at Meridian High School. Maestro James Ogle conducting the finale from Stravinsky's Firebird suite with additional selections conducted by Artistic Director finalists.
Season Tickets go on Sale September 27, 2025
Artistic Director Search
The Meridian Symphony Orchestra invites qualified conductors to apply for the role of Artistic Director. Applications are being accepted through October 1, 2025.
Interviews will be held in October, and two finalists will be selected to audition during the season. Each finalist will program, rehearse, and conduct one subscription concert on either February 28 or May 2, 2026. A final decision will be made in June 2026.
