Symphony Orchestra Guild of Decatur

10/14/2026

Consider Monicals and supporting our friends at, Opus 24 if you're wondering, "What's for dinner?" tonight.

Board members, Heidi Sack, Ashley Batchelder, and Elizabeth Merrill are singers in this talented group. You'll always find several familiar Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra musicans playing at their concerts!

Remember to support Opus 24 at Monicals today! You do not have to have the flyer but you must say Decatur Choral Society, not Opus 24.

10/14/2026

We LOVE behind the scenes photos!

Will we be seeing you at MDSO on Saturday?

Purchase your ticket here: https://millikin.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=1866&fbclid=IwY2xjawU8schleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5xcXbqcoOmvutI8I79v7gshB0wQ4UEPU4ltGeGThcCLQKknPaG1j8HlbxP1Q_aem_ZVS4Svu51z2xqQWCUnXH7A

A peek behind the music! Here’s Maestro Matthew Sheppard’s stand as he gets ready for a night of storytelling through sound this Saturday.

Highlights include Debussy’s Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun, Charles Griffes’ The Pleasure Dome of Kubla Khan, Jessie Montgomery’s sparkling Starburst, and Mussorgsky’s multimedia classic Pictures at an Exhibition.

Get your tickets now: https://millikin.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=1866

10/14/2026

Choose your duet partner carefully.

10/13/2026

Stop scrolling and listen to this to learn more about Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra's Masterworks I: Pictures and Poetry at Kirkland Fine Arts Center - Premier Live Entertainment! The concert starts at 7:30 pm with a pre-concert talk at 6:30 pm.

Purchase tickets here: https://millikin.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=1866

10/12/2026

On Indigenous Peoples' Day, the Symphony Orchestra Guild of Decatur honors the music, artistry, and cultural contributions of Indigenous communities.

10/10/2026

As part of our 2025 gala fundraiser, attendees and community members were offered the chance to support the Guild by traveling to Paris. That trip is happening right now! Thank you to our travel correspondent and Guild board member, Heidi Sack for sending these photos. They'll be more soon!

10/09/2026

Don't miss Maestro Matthew Sheppard's first pre-concert talk as the new conductor of the Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra!

Join Maestro Matthew Sheppard for an insightful pre-concert talk before the Millikin Decatur Symphony Orchestra takes the stage for Masterworks I: Pictures and Poetry. Maestro Sheppard will talk about the concert and share the stories behind the evening’s incredible lineup, including works by Debussy, Griffes, Jessie Montgomery, and Mussorgsky’s masterpiece, Pictures at an Exhibition.

The concert itself, will take place at Kirkland Fine Arts Center at 7:30 pm. Tickests available here: https://millikin.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=1a866

*Note: Discounted tickets (Seniors 65+, Veterans, MU Faculty/Staff/Students/Alumni) and accessible seating are available directly through the Kirkland Fine Arts Center Ticket Office (Tue–Fri, 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM, or call 217-424-6318).*

10/08/2026

The latest edition of “Overture” is out now! Be the first to know about all things Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra and Symphony Orchestra Guild of Decatur.

Never miss an issue when you join the Guild! Learn more here: https://symphonyguildofdecatur.org/join-the-guild/

10/07/2026

Our annual FALL CONCERT is Tuesday! We hope you can join us for some outstanding band music featuring Chris and Claire. The concert will be at MacArthur High School's auditorium (park in the north lot).

10/07/2026

Keep your lattes away from your instrument!