West Michigan Symphony offers more than just concerts this spring! (WZZM 13)

When most people think of West Michigan Symphony (WMS), they think of… concerts, of course! The 85-year-old organization is usually associated with its mainstage series at the Frauenthal Center in downtown Muskegon. But WMS is about more than performances. With its Vision a catalyst for a music-infused West Michigan, the organization engages hands-on with all […]

West Michigan Symphony goes Bohemian in Concert Featuring Acclaimed Cellist

Muskegon, MI — Today, a “Bohemian” is someone living an artistic, unconventional and individualistic lifestyle—a good description of most musicians! But the term originally referred to the area around Prague, now part of the Czech Republic. For its next concert, West Michigan Symphony visits the music and spirit of this land and its people, with a program […]

From ‘Link Up’ Children’s Music Program to ‘Side-By-Side’ Community Participation – West Michigan Symphony has it all! 

Muskegon, MI — When most people think of West Michigan Symphony (WMS), they think of concerts, of course! The 85-year-old organization is usually associated with its mainstage series at the Frauenthal Center in downtown Muskegon. But WMS is about more than performances. With its Vision, a catalyst for a music-infused West Michigan, the organization engages hands-on with all ages through […]

Vocal Powerhouse Returns to Perform Music of American Divas: Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin and More! Plus, “Try Symphony!” First-Time Attendees Ticket Program

Muskegon, MI — Vocal powerhouse Shayna Steele returns to the West Michigan Symphony (WMS) stage with her eclectic style of soul and blues honoring the musical divas who inspired her—Whitney Houston, Chaka Khan, Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner and more. With charts by acclaimed arranger Jeff Tyzik—including the vocalist’s original music—the concert makes a solid case for Shayna […]

Students Experience a Close Encounter with Music

Muskegon, MI — If you ask any young member of West Michigan Symphony’s (WMS) Debut Strings or Children’s Choir how to get to the Frauenthal Theater, they’ll answer with one word: “practice.” They should know. These youthful musicians have been practicing since fall for the moment when they take the stage in Muskegon’s historic theater for their annual […]

West Michigan Symphony celebrates 85 years of performing music (Fox 17)

VIDEO HERE Founded back in 1939 the West Michigan Symphony has grown from a small group of volunteers to a full professional orchestra.  Known as one of the most welcoming, the West Michigan Symphony puts a concerted effort towards bringing classical music to those who may be new to the genre.  Help celebrate their commitment […]

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