Chattanooga Symphony & Opera

06/03/2026

Get ready for our 2026-2027 season titled, “Moments.” Browse our Classics Series Concerts at ChattSymphony.org. Season subscriptions are now available, and renewals are open through June 14th!

“Moments” immerses us in the present, capturing the vibrant pulse of music that speaks to today’s world. This season is a celebration of who we are now, where diverse voices and local compositions come together to resonate with our shared experiences. As we conclude this chapter, we set our sights on what lies ahead, dreaming of the possibilities for the future.

06/02/2026

We're hiring!

The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera is seeking a Director of Development to help lead fundraising efforts and build meaningful relationships with donors, sponsors, and community partners.

If you have a passion for the arts and experience in fundraising, we'd love to hear from you.

View the full job description and application information:
https://chattanoogasymphony.org/openings/

Know someone who would be a great fit? Please share!

Work with the Chattanooga Symphony! Musician Auditions and Administrative Employment Opportunities posted here.

05/27/2026

Good news! Subscriptions for our 26-27 Season are now available! Visit ChattSymphony.org/subscriptions to find the right one for you!

05/17/2026

The wait is over! We are so excited to see those of you who will be at our garden party tomorrow! Cheers to you! 🌷🎶

05/15/2026

On Saturday, the CSO String Quintet performed their Sensory Friendly Series Concert at First Baptist Church. This concert was an opportunity for attendees to get a concert experience in a casual setting.

What piece would you like to hear the String Quintet perform?

05/13/2026

A big congratulations to the Chattanooga Youth Symphony on their concert last week! All the players should be proud of their hard work. Happy summer, everyone!

05/12/2026

We had a fabulous time presenting The Gruffalo last week! A big thank you to everyone involved in this awesome story concert!

05/11/2026

Celebrate the season and the close of a remarkable year with the CSO at our annual spring fundraiser, Bite of Spring. Join us at Rosecomb’s beautiful garden and restaurant, where you’ll celebrate alongside CSO musicians, reconnect with fellow symphony lovers, and meet new friends who share a passion for music and community.

Guests will enjoy complimentary food and drinks from Rosecomb, live performances by the CSO Wind Quintet, lawn and garden games, and a silent auction featuring Chattanooga-themed experiences and local goods.

Bite of Spring offers a chance to gather together, raise a glass to the season, and help sustain the artistic excellence that defines the CSO. Join us as we celebrate the music, the people, and the impact of the year we’ve created together.

🕒 3-7pm
🗓️ May 17th, 2026
📍 Rosecomb
🎟️ Tickets at ChattSymphony.org

This event is 21+.

05/10/2026

A special Happy Mother's Day to all the moms behind the music! 🌷🎶💖

CSO Musicians and their moms: Caroline Hudson, Metiney Suwanawongse, Katelyn Hoag, & Emily Drexler.

05/08/2026

We are thrilled to welcome David Metrio as the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera's new Resident Conductor and Creative Director of Education and Engagement! This is a newly created role, and David will serve as the primary creative and administrative leader of all CSO education and community engagement programs — including serving as Music Director of the Chattanooga Youth Symphony and conducting select CSO programs including education concerts, family concerts, and community events. He will also be joining The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga as Director of Orchestra and Associate Professor of Practice. We can't wait to see the incredible work David will bring to our students, schools, and community beginning in the 2026–2027 season. Welcome, David!

Read more about David and his new role with the CSO here: https://chattanoogasymphony.org/cso-appoints-david-metrio/

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