Everyone at SOST is excited about the upcoming season, and we are working hard to have everything in place. We are looking to “Playing it Forward” with great music and outstanding guest artists joining us on the stage at the Julie Rogers Theater. We are also very happy to be returning to everyday life. When I was growing up in Greensboro, NC, I would usher for the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra … [Read more...] about Maestro’s Notes: Playing it Forward
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4th of July concert moved to the Julie!
The Symphony of Southeast Texas is pleased to announce our 4th of July concert with the City of Beaumont! Due to weather concerns, the SOST will perform on stage at the Julie Rogers Theatre instead of outside at the Event Centre. This free concert will be general admission with the doors opening at 7PM. The concert will begin at 8PM. As you leave, the fireworks will be in full view in the … [Read more...] about 4th of July concert moved to the Julie!
Auditions for the Symphony of Southeast Texas
The Symphony of Southeast Texas announces auditions for the 2021-2022 Season, to be held in Houston, Texas, at Rice University on Saturday, September 11th. Auditions will be held for the following positions: Section 1st Violin Assistant Principal 2nd Violin Section Viola Assistant Principal Cello Section Cello Third Horn Substitutes for violin, viola, … [Read more...] about Auditions for the Symphony of Southeast Texas
Ethan Williamson of Nederland wins Concerto Competition
The Symphony of Southeast Texas is thrilled to announce the results of the 2021 Concerto Competition. The winner of the competition is trumpet player Ethan Williamson of Nederland. He won the prize of $750 and the honor of playing his competition piece, Hummel’s Trumpet Concerto in E-flat major, at the taping of the Youth Education Concert on April 20, 2021 with the SOST orchestra led by … [Read more...] about Ethan Williamson of Nederland wins Concerto Competition
SOST Presents Broadway Divas March 27
The Symphony of Southeast Texas is pleased to announce our second POPS concert of the 2020-21 season, Soundscapes. We are excited to get back on stage at the Julie Rogers Theatre and perform for SETX again! Maestro Chelsea Tipton II will lead the SOST orchestra in Broadway Divas for 2 shows, 1:00pm and 7:30pm on Saturday, March 27. BROADWAY COMES TO BEAUMONT! Alli Mauzey and Julia Murney, … [Read more...] about SOST Presents Broadway Divas March 27
February 20 Concert Postponed
Due to the circumstances from the latest weather issues in southeast Texas, the Symphony of Southeast Texas regrets to announce we must postpone our February 20 concert. We will perform our Classic Series III concert, American Musical Soundscapes, on March 13, 2021 with one concert at 7:30pm at the Beaumont Civic Center. We will also offer a live stream version of the concert. All ticket … [Read more...] about February 20 Concert Postponed
Press Release: SOST Presents Classic Series III Concert
The Symphony of Southeast Texas is pleased to announce our third Classic Series concert of the 2020-21 season, Soundscapes. We are thrilled to get back on stage at the Julie Rogers Theatre and perform for SETX again! Maestro Chelsea Tipton II will lead the SOST orchestra in American Musical Soundscapes at both 1pm and 7:30pm on Saturday, February 20, 2021. The concert opens with a salute to … [Read more...] about Press Release: SOST Presents Classic Series III Concert
PRESS RELEASE: Deep in the Heart of Christmas on DECEMBER 6, 2020
The Symphony of Southeast Texas is excited to announce our Holiday concert of the 2020-21 season, Soundscapes. We are proud to welcome back Emmy Award Winners and Billboard #1 Recording Artists, The Texas Tenors, as they sleigh ride back into Beaumont with their heartwarming holiday concert “Deep in the Heart of Christmas!” Maestro Chelsea Tipton II will lead the SOST orchestra at 7:30pm on … [Read more...] about PRESS RELEASE: Deep in the Heart of Christmas on DECEMBER 6, 2020