Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra

Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra The DSSO has been engaging the people of the Twin Ports with the power of symphonic music since 1931

Our vision is to use the power of symphonic music to create an environment that nurtures music-making at the highest possible levels. We strive to be an organization that creates moving and engaging experiences for our audience, and work to become deeply integrated into the community. Although Duluth has a history of professional orchestras reaching as far back as 1883, the beginnings of the Dulut

h Civic Orchestra occurred in 1931 in the carriage house of Alphin Flaaten, a professional music teacher. The first concert of the Civic Orchestra was on May 2, 1932, under the baton of Walter Lange. The organization met with overwhelming community support and Paul Lemay, principal violist and assistant conductor of the Minneapolis Symphony, accepted the post of first full-time conductor. His first concert with the Duluth Civic Orchestra was December 26, 1932, and shortly thereafter, the Duluth Symphony Association was founded under the management of Abe Miller. Those initial concerts took place in the Duluth Armory located at 14th Avenue East and London Road. In 1966, the Orchestra moved to the DECC (Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center) Auditorium which seats over 2,200 and is located on the waterfront. In the 1974-75 season the name of the Orchestra was officially changed to Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra to reflect the close cultural and economic relationship of the two port cities. Since its inception in 1932, the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra has proven to be a leading cultural organization in this region. Now, in its 81st season and under new music director Dirk Meyer, the DSSO has consistently provided professional level performances of symphonic music, both traditional and new, to audiences of every age and background. The DSSO has set itself apart from its peers and established a unique tradition by regularly featuring the most important soloists of the day.

A wonderful afternoon at Sacred Heart Music Center. Thank you to everyone who came out!
06/02/2026

A wonderful afternoon at Sacred Heart Music Center. Thank you to everyone who came out!

Join us for a Sunday afternoon of string quartets at Sacred Heart! The Canal Quartet will be performing Exodus by local ...
05/26/2026

Join us for a Sunday afternoon of string quartets at Sacred Heart!

The Canal Quartet will be performing Exodus by local Haitian American composer Jean “Rudy” Perrault, a three-movement work dedicated to all those forced from their homelands, alongside Beethoven’s first “Razumovsky” Quartet. Together these two works span the breadth of human experience, from Beethoven’s bold, searching energy to Perrault’s deeply felt response to displacement and resilience. Tickets are $10 online or at the door.

📆 Sunday, May 31, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM
📍 Sacred Heart Music Center
🎟️ Tickets available now → bit.ly/4uKiy9u

05/19/2026

Fresh off the press and already en route to your mailbox! Season brochures and subscription forms are landing any day now—keep an eye out!

Don’t want to wait? Explore the brochure online: https://bit.ly/American-Wonders-Brochure

We are thrilled to announce our 2026-27 season, American Wonders!For 250 years, America has given us a space to come tog...
05/18/2026

We are thrilled to announce our 2026-27 season, American Wonders!

For 250 years, America has given us a space to come together—to share experiences, ideas, and dreams. This season, the DSSO celebrates those connections with music that unites and broadens our horizons. From beloved masterworks to hidden gems, two Pops concerts, and a world premiere fiddle concerto by Concertmaster Erin Aldridge. There is so much to discover.

Stay tuned over the next few weeks as we share more about what this season has in store. In the meantime, current subscribers, your renewal window is open today, May 18. Check your inbox for a renewal email, or use the links below. New subscriptions open July 1 and single tickets open August 1.

🔎 Explore the 2026-2027 season brochure: https://bit.ly/American-Wonders-Brochure
🎟️ Renew your Full Season Subscription: https://bit.ly/26-27-Full-Renewal
🎟️ Renew your Mix & Match Subscription: https://bit.ly/26-27-Mix-Renewal

Were you at our Masterworks 6 concert this past Saturday? Share your thoughts with us—we love hearing from our audience!...
05/17/2026

Were you at our Masterworks 6 concert this past Saturday? Share your thoughts with us—we love hearing from our audience!

Take our short post-concert survey here: https://bit.ly/MW6_Survey

05/16/2026

It’s concert day, and time for one last behind-the-scenes peek at Erin Aldridge bringing the stunning Bruch Violin Concerto to life. Tonight at 7, hear the full performance live!

Tickets available online or at the door → bit.ly/MW6_RhineJourney

Some of your favorite DSSO musicians are spending their Sunday morning making music at Wussow's Concert Cafe. Catch Bel ...
05/14/2026

Some of your favorite DSSO musicians are spending their Sunday morning making music at Wussow's Concert Cafe. Catch Bel Canto Duo (Darci Gamerl + David Downing) and Paradox (Erin Aldridge + Danny Frank) for a free Duo/Duo Brunch Concert, Sunday May 17, 11am–1pm. A perfect way to spend a Sunday morning in Duluth!

05/14/2026

Last rehearsals of the season are underway, and we couldn’t have asked for a better night at the DECC.

Join us this Saturday for the final concert of the season! Tickets still available → bit.ly/MW6_RhineJourney

DSSO musicians were at the Steam Festival at the Depot this weekend, letting kids get their hands on real orchestra inst...
05/13/2026

DSSO musicians were at the Steam Festival at the Depot this weekend, letting kids get their hands on real orchestra instruments. There’s nothing like watching a kid discover an instrument for the first time!

Thanks to our musicians for showing up and sharing what they love, and to Christian Eggert for providing the fractional violins!

The Final Countdown (for this season)!
05/13/2026

The Final Countdown (for this season)!

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Duluth, MN
55802

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