Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra

Originally established as the “Twin City Symphonic Society,” the SMSO has been an integral part of the cultural fabric of our community since 1951, making us the oldest professional arts organization in the area. By the late 1970’s, our name evolved to the “Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra” to reflect the wider geographic appeal our symphony had cultivated. Now i

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Originally established as the “Twin City Symphonic Society,” the SMSO has been an integral part of the cultural fabric of our community since 1951, making us the oldest professional arts organization in the area. By the late 1970’s, our name evolved to the “Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra” to reflect the wider geographic appeal our symphony had cultivated. Now in its 75th season, leadership envisions our name as a responsibility to expand our offerings throughout Berrien, Van Buren, and Cass counties to secure a future that is sustainable and relevant to our Southwest Michigan community.

Our vision is to be a positive impact within our community by contributing to the arts with a foundation of equity, inclusion and diversity.

We embrace the responsibility to be a dynamic and vibrant part of southwest Michigan by offering innovative programming, an expanded geographic footprint of performance locations, and increased educational opportunities, while balancing artistic growth with financial soundness.

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