Mankato Symphony Orchestra

The Mankato Symphony Orchestra is a full sized semi-professional orchestra directed by Kenneth Freed. Performances are held at Mankato West Auditorium, the Chapel at Good Counsel, the Mankato YMCA, and Riverfront Park. Genres include classical, opera, pops, choral and jazz. The MSO offers three concert series as well as an outdoor summer pops concert, Rockin' by the River.

Mission and Vision Statement

The mission of the Mankato Symphony Orchestra is to celebrate classical music through public presentation, to promote arts education by introducing the children of our community to the wonders of orchestral and choral music, to make such music accessible to all residents, and to contribute vital energy to regional economic development and cultural tourism.

In the coming years, the Mankato Symphony Orchestra will raise its musical excellence to new heights, engage with educational and other community partners for positive mutual results, and build its philanthropic program to ensure long-term organizational stability and growth in service to the city, region, and state.

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