Why Donate?
Support Your Symphony
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As we step into the new year, we continue to celebrate the extraordinary legacy of our beloved Maestro, Dr. Peter Rubardt, who will retire at the conclusion of our 2025-2026 Season. For 13 remarkable years, Maestro Rubardt has led MSO with unparalleled passion, artistry, and a deep commitment to musical excellence. Under his baton, we have experienced breathtaking performances, unforgettable premieres, and moments of profound connection through music.
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Maestro Rubardt has not only shaped the sound of our symphony but also enriched our community, inspiring generations of music lovers and musicians alike. To honor this milestone, we are dedicating the remainder of this season to celebrating Maestro Rubardt's legacy. From special performances to behind-the-scenes tributes, we invite you to join us in expressing our gratitude for his extraordinary leadership. Stay tuned for more details about these events in the coming months!
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As we prepare to turn the page on this exciting new chapter, we need your support to ensure that the Maestro's vision and the Symphony's mission continue to thrive. This year-end, your generous contribution will help us:
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Sustain the highest level of artistic programming,
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Attract and support world-class talent, including our next Maestro, and
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Expand our educational and outreach initiatives that bring music to thousands in our community.
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Your gift today will not only celebrate a legacy - it will create a future. Whether you are a long-time supporter or new to our Symphony family, every donation brings us closer to achieving our shared vision of transformative music for all. ​Together, let us celebrate the Maestro's extraordinary journey and embrace the bright future ahead. Your contributions make Meridian Sound Amazing!
Why Should I Support My Symphony?
For over six decades, the Meridian Symphony Association has enriched the culture of our city and the surrounding areas. Thanks to the ongoing, generous support of individuals, foundations, and businesses, we are able to meet the annual expenses of presenting brilliant artists, an exceptional variety of concerts, and innovative education and community outreach programs.
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As the Queen City rises again to let her crown shine, may we honor these artistic roots, celebrate our thriving present and invest in the future of music in Meridian.
Your contributions make Meridian Sound Amazing!
The Meridian Symphony Association, Inc. is a 501(c)3 organization. All contributions are tax deductible.
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Providing jobs & revenue in Meridian.
Corporate Support Opportunities
Corporate support of the Meridian Symphony Association offers benefits such as local exposure, complimentary tickets, access to exclusive Meridian Symphony events, and a positive impact on our community. We have a specific need for significant gifts and long-term pledges so that we can sustain and grow our vital work in the community. Please consider renewing your sponsorship with the Meridian Symphony Association for the 2024-2025 Season, and perhaps even increasing your support to help fund these new programs and expansions.
To learn more and/or contribute, please contact Executive Director Carra Purvis at carra@meridianso.org.
Become A Community Champion
In a groundbreaking collaboration with Baptist Anderson Health System & Mississippi State University, Healing Harmonies is an on-site music therapy program designed to provide various therapies, health benefits, and education to our community through the power of music and the arts. Additionally, this program serves as a training ground for the next generation of educators, counselors, and therapists as an official internship site for Mississippi State University's Department of Education and serves as an approved practicum program for the university's Department of Counseling.
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Become a Community Champion today by increasing your current/previous pledge to support MSA’s new Healing Harmonies Program. To learn more and/or contribute, please contact Executive Director Carra Purvis at carra@meridianso.org.
Individual Support Opportunities
Individual donations to the Meridian Symphony Association are welcome at all levels of contribution, at any time.
Benefits include program & online recognition (if desired), tax deduction, and a positive impact on your community.
To contribute, please contact Executive Director Carra Purvis at carra@meridianso.org.
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In addition to monetary donations, individuals can support the Meridian Symphony Association by volunteering!
Contact us to learn more.