The Jackson Symphony in the News

BALTIMORE STRING PROGRAM DONATES 125+ INSTRUMENTS TO JSMA REGIONAL MUSIC CENTERS

JACKSON, TN, October 9, 2026 — Dyersburg native Frances "Sissy" Pearson Belcher connects former Bridges program with The Jackson Symphony Music Academy after reading national magazine feature More than 125 youth-size violins, violas and cellos, along with additional musical equipment, have a new home with The Jackson Symphony Music Academy, thanks to a donation from the former Bridges Music Program in Baltimore, Maryland. The shipment was delivered October 12 to The Jackson S

The Jackson Symphony Receives $60,000 Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to Celebrate America 250

JACKSON, TN, February 20, 2026 — The Jackson Symphony has been awarded a $60,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts in support of Celebrate America 250 , a nationwide initiative commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States. This significant federal investment will help power a season of meaningful musical experiences across West Tennessee. Each event will honor our nation’s history, culture, and spirit through live orchestral performance and communit

Matlock Companies Pledges $250,000 to Advance Music Education and Healing Programs of The Jackson Symphony

JACKSON, TN, September 24, 2025 — The Jackson Symphony has received a landmark commitment from Matlock Companies: a $250,000 investment to support and expand two of the Symphony’s most impactful initiatives, The Jackson Symphony Music Academy (JSMA) and its Regional Music Centers, and the Music & Healing program. This transformative gift will: Fund dedicated instructors and resources for Regional Music Centers across West Tennessee, increasing free access to high-quality musi

65th Season Opens on Sept. 6th with Violin Virtuoso Blake Pouliot

JACKSON, TN, August 18, 2025 – The Jackson Symphony will launch its milestone 65th season with the highly anticipated inaugural concert...

Tamás Kocsis Joins The Jackson Symphony as Concertmaster

JACKSON, TN, July 30, 2025 — The Jackson Symphony has appointed internationally acclaimed violinist Tamás Kocsis as its new...

Anne Rieh Reeman Named Director of Camerata & Sinfonia Strings

Jackson, TN, July 18, 2025 – Violinist and vocalist Anne Rieh Reeman has been named Director of Camerata & Sinfonia Strings, the...

The Jackson Symphony Affirms Commitment to Growth, Transparency, and Artistic Excellence

Response to July 1 Statement from AFM Local 257 and AFM Local 71 JACKSON, TN, July 3, 2025 — In response to the July 1, 2025, release...

Paul Haas Named Fourth Music Director and Conductor

JACKSON, TN, May 6, 2025 — The Jackson Symphony has named acclaimed conductor and composer Paul Haas as its new music director. Haas,...

The Jackson Symphony to Receive Fourth Challenge America Award from the National Endowment for the Arts

JACKSON, TN, January 16, 2025 — The Jackson Symphony is pleased to announce it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts...

The Jackson Symphony Announces $1 Million Gift to Establish Kirkland Center for Music Excellence

JACKSON, TN, December 4, 2024 — The Jackson Symphony is proud to announce a transformative $1 million gift from the family of Alice and...