Welcome back! I imagine that none of us will take live music for granted again after such a long absence, which makes coming together this season even more special. Thank you for your incredible support and words of encouragement over these many months, and for your unwavering belief in this Symphony.

Our Board of Directors and staff utilized this historic period to reflect, assess, and plan for a future of artistic exploration, community relevance, and financial sustainability. With the understanding that moving musical experiences evoke empathy, promote equity, and build stronger communities, we look forward to announcing a series of new initiatives designed to connect our artists and audiences like never before.

This season, the 2021-2022 Classical and Pops concerts will celebrate life with works new and familiar, as well as bold and uplifting. Whether it’s Beethoven, Mozart, or Stravinsky or the music of Queen, Chicago, or Aretha Franklin, you’ll hear the brilliant and versatile musicians of the Long Beach Symphony perform great music with profound passion and an overwhelming sense of joy. We’re also delighted to announce the long-awaited debut of the Violins of Hope in concert on January 8 and 9, 2022.

We are thrilled to bring you another incredible season of music performed by extraordinary musicians and guest artists. I look forward to seeing you when the curtain rises and thank you again for your support.

With appreciation,

Kelly Ruggirello
President