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GENERAL INFORMATION
Mainstage Masterworks Performances take place at the beautiful and historic Missouri Theater. Ticket prices vary depending on the area of seating, but range from $25 - $60. Season ticket packages are available beginning in May and single tickets in August. If you purchase a Season Ticket package before single tickets go on sale you will receive a 15% - 25% discount depending on the package you choose. After single tickets go on sale, Season Ticket packages are full price. The discount for Season Ticket packages can still be obtained by becoming a member of the Saint Joseph Symphony - a nominal $25 donation to our Symphony Fund.
The address for the Missouri Theater is 717 Edmond Street, St Joseph, MO 64501. Parking is available on the street or in the lot on 8th street between Francis and Felix Streets. The lot across the street from the theater is privately owned and is available for parking for a small fee. Here is a link to parking in downtown St. Joe https://www.downtownstjoemo.com/parking/.
Performances begin at 7:00 p.m. and are approximately 1 hour in length with no intermission. Our concerts at the Missouri Theater begin with a pre-concert complimetary wine reception on the Mezzanine level of the theater when the doors open at 6:00 p.m. Check out our Facebook page and Instagram (stjoesymphony) for information regarding pre and post concert activities!
Our chamber concerts take place at various venues in the community and region. Check our social media, your ticket, or below for more information.
Single tickets for students and children are 50% off the regular ticket price. Single tickets for groups of 6 or more adults receive 10% off. Keep an eye on our Facebook page and your email inbox for various other discounts that we offer throughout the season. Discounts cannot be stacked. Please call 816-233-7701 to purchase these tickets
OUR 2026 - 2027 SEASON
October 17, 2026, 7:00 PM - BFFs
Our opening concert celebrates the power of Best Friends Forever (BFF!) - on every level. At its heart are two of music’s most legendary companions, Joseph Haydn and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, whose mutual admiration shaped the Classical era. That spirit of connection continues on stage through our guest artists and their special relationship with our conductor. The program culminates in Haydn’s beloved Symphony No. 45 (“Farewell” Symphony), a witty and touching work that reveals the deep bond between the composer and his orchestra. And once again because you love when we explore, we’re delighted to share a hidden gem: Mozart’s radiant Sinfonia Concertante for Violin, Viola and Orchestra, a dazzling showcase of musical dialogue and friendship. Join us in celebrating the joy of connection - onstage and off - by bringing a few of your own BFFs to this memorable evening with the BFF masters of the Classical era.
PROGRAM (Subject to Change)
Sinfonia Concertante for Violin, Viola and Orchestra in E-Flat Major, K.364 - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Yu Fang Chen, violin David Kovac, viola
Symphony No. 45 in F-Sharp minor, "Farewell" - Franz Joseph Haydn
December 19, 2026, 7:00 PM - HOLIDAY CHEER 2026 with Guest Soprano Hannah De Priest
It’s a St. Joe tradition you won’t want to miss! Celebrate the season with the heartwarming sounds of the Saint Joseph Symphony’s beloved Holiday Cheer concert on December 19. This festive evening sparkles with timeless holiday favorites - from breathtaking orchestral arrangements to our cherished, joy-filled carol singalong. The magic deepens with special guest, acclaimed soprano and St. Joe native Hannah De Priest, named Musical America’s March 2026 Artist of the Month. Praised for her “sheer beauty of sound,” she brings radiance to selections from Messiah alongside treasured seasonal favorites. We will also be featuring our talented principal violist, Monty Carter in a portion of Vaughan Williams' Suite for Viola and Orchestra. And one lucky young musician will take the podium as our guest “elf” conductor, selected from essays submitted by local students – a heartwarming new tradition that will delight audiences year after year. Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, wonder, and holiday spirit as we celebrate the season together and wish you the happiest of holidays!
March 20, 2027, 7:00 PM - GOLDEN ERA at the MISSOURI
Celebrate a century of cinematic magic as we mark the 100th anniversary of our beloved Missouri Theater in 2027! Step back into its golden age with an unforgettable concert featuring the treasured scores that once accompanied the silver screen in this historic hall. The Saint Joseph Symphony brings Hollywood to life with thrilling suites and selections from iconic films, including Gone with the Wind, Lawrence of Arabia, Psycho, Casablanca, The Sound of Music, and more. From sweeping romance to edge-of-your-seat suspense, experience the music that defined generations of film - performed live in the very theater where the magic first unfolded.
PROGRAM (Subject to change)
- The Ten Commandments - Elmer Bernstein
- Tara's Theme from Gone With the Wind - Max Steiner
- Psycho - Bernard Herrmann
- Casabanca Suite - Max Steiner
- Hooray for Hollywood
- Wizard of Oz Suite - Harold Arlen
- Sound of Music Suite - Rodgers and Hammerstein
- Lawrence of Arabia Suite - Maurice Jarre
- Lara's Theme from Dr. Zhivago - Maurice Jarre
April 17, 2027, 7:00 PM - REMEMBERING BEETHOVEN (Concert 1)
We mark the 200th anniversary of the passing of a towering musical genius – Ludwig van Beethoven – with a concert that traces the bold evolution of his unmistakable voice. We begin with his vibrant Symphony No. 1 in C Major considered a bridge between the elegance of Haydn and Mozart and the more daring spirit that would define the Romantic era. The journey culminates with a masterpiece of the repertoire – his Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-flat Major, “Emperor”, known for its power, lyricism and grandeur. For this performance we bring to the stage one of the most celebrated American concert pianists of his generation, Cliburn International Competition medalist Sean Chen, whose brilliance and artistry will bring this heroic concerto thrillingly to life. And be watching for next season's announcement where we will continue to remember Beethoven with an opening concert of one of his most monumental works.
PROGRAM: (Subject to change)
- Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21
Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 73
Sean Chen, piano
Our Chamber Series invites families, first timers
and seasoned concert goers to experience the lighter side of our music
All of our Chamber Concerts are General Admission seating
January 22, 2027, 7:00 PM - TAKE FIVE - An Evening of Cool Jazz - Venue TBD
The acclaimed NWMSU Northwest Jazz Combo takes the stage under the direction of the SJS's own accomplished jazz trumpeter Bill Richardson. Be ready to swing with these talented young musicians and become a part of the experience, responding in real time to every unexpected turn. It’s improvisatory, electric, and alive. Jazz - an evening where no two performances are ever the same.
February 19, 2027, 7:00 PM – CABARET NOIR: Songs from Film - The Trail Theater, 111 N. 9th St.
We kick off the celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the Missouri Theater at another longstanding movie theater in town with young vocalists from our area performing favorite songs from films historic and current...some Oscar winners and those we feel were unjustly overlooked! The Trail Theater opens its doors with a cash bar, popcorn and small bites and we encourage our audience to dress as your favorite Hollywood character or star. Seating is limited, so get your tickets early for what promises to be a fun evening showcasing the rising talent in our city!
May 14, 2027, 7:00 PM – CHAMBERLIGHT: Concert by Candlelight - Christ Episcopal Church, 207 N. 7th St.
What you've been asking us for and waiting for is finally here. The awe-inspiring beauty of one of St. Joseph's most historic churches is the backdrop for a chamber concert of SJS musicians playing classical pieces and lighter musical fare lit only by candlelight. Soft flickers of light dance across the intricate stained-glass windows and illuminate the musicians, casting warm shadows across the room as the music unfolds with clarity and grace. Without the distance of a large stage, every note feels personal. The gentle ambiance invites deep listening, where time seems to slow and the outside world fades away. It’s an evening of elegance and reflection, where music and atmosphere come together in a truly magical way.
