Indian River Symphonic Association

08/31/2026

In 2021, legendary violinist Midori was awarded the prestigious Kennedy Center Honors for her lifetime of artistic achievement. In this PBS NewsHour segment, explore her extraordinary journey from a child prodigy to a global visionary, and discover what performing truly means to her.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eTqWXPvimWY

Midori will perform alongside the Festival Strings Lucerne at the Community Church of Vero Beach on February 26, 2027, at 7:30 PM. Program information for the performance can be found at https://www.irsymphonic.org/concert-season.

Email from Indian River Symphonic Assoc. Kennedy Honors Lifetime Artistic Achievement Award           Get to know Midori In 2021, legendary violinist Midori was awarded the prestigious Kennedy Center

08/27/2026

🎻 Music is good for the soul—and it may be good for your health, too!

Research continues to show that engaging with music can have meaningful benefits for overall well-being. Studies have linked listening to and participating in music with reduced stress, improved mood, greater social connection, enhanced cognitive engagement, and a higher quality of life. Some research even suggests that these benefits may contribute to healthier aging and increased longevity.

At the Indian River Symphonic Association, we believe music enriches lives at every stage. Whether you're attending a live concert, sharing the experience with friends, or simply allowing yourself to be transported by a beautiful performance, music has the power to uplift, inspire, and connect us.

Join us this season and discover the many ways music can enhance your life. Feed your mind. Nourish your spirit. Celebrate the joy of live music. Learn more about our upcoming concerts and programs today at www.irsymphonic.org.

08/26/2026

Managing Director Teresa Cannady was on Willi Miller's show, "Arts Blast on the Air" today. Hear all about what is happening with IRSA, including our concerts, our partnership with Forte3D and our scholarship programs. This podcast also features Suzanne Seldes from the Vero Beach Museum of Art.

Vero Beach Museum of Art's Deputy Director Suzanne Seldes joins the...

08/24/2026

The world-renowned Academy of St Martin in the Fields is bringing a piece of American history to Vero Beach!

Experience the breathtaking magic of Aaron Copland’s Pulitzer Prize-winning Appalachian Spring, featuring the iconic Shaker melody "Simple Gifts."

Tuesday, February 23, 2027 | 7:30 PM
Community Church of Vero Beach

Filmed live at St Martin-in-the-Fields church in central London on ...

08/18/2026

Who Is the Indian River Symphonic Association (IRSA)?

One question we often hear is: “Is the Indian River Symphonic Association part of Community Church?” The answer is no.

The Indian River Symphonic Association (IRSA) is an independent nonprofit organization, founded in 1993 to bring exceptional symphonic music to Indian River County for the cultural enrichment, education, and enjoyment of our community.

We are proud to call Community Church of Vero Beach our concert home. The church provides a beautiful, acoustically outstanding venue, but IRSA is a separate organization—with its own Board, staff, budget, donors, ticketing operation, and programming.

We hold a unique role as a presenter, bringing world-class orchestras and ensembles to perform in Vero Beach. IRSA has presented such acclaimed organizations as the Vienna Symphony, Detroit Symphony, Cleveland Orchestra, Royal Philharmonic, and BBC Orchestra of London.

And education is central to our mission. Each year, IRSA provides a free concert for every fifth grader in Indian River County, along with scholarships and instruments for promising young musicians.

So, when you purchase an IRSA ticket, become a donor, sponsor a concert, or support our educational programs, you are supporting IRSA—a local nonprofit with more than 30 years of history and a commitment to bringing extraordinary music to our community.

We are proud of our partnership with Community Church and our place in Vero Beach’s vibrant arts community.

Independent. Local. Community-focused. Dedicated to the power of great music.



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The Indian River Symphonic Association brings the world's finest orchestras to Vero Beach with five concerts per season.

08/17/2026

Exciting news! 🎻 Gustav Holst’s brilliant St. Paul’s Suite has been added to the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra’s Vero Beach performance on Feb 15, 2027! Experience the rich, lyrical depth of the string section as they bring this lively celebration of English folk music to life. Don't miss it! ✨

www.irsymphonic.org

08/13/2026

Hear this program in Vero Beach as part of our 2027 season! This will be the final program of the season on March 16. Go to www.irsymphonic.org for more information. Season tickets on sale now and single event tickets on sale September 8.

08/12/2026

IRSA's Marketing Consultant, Staci Rosbury, is featured on the first half of the show today talking about our 2027 season and our Forte3D instrument donation program. Enjoy!

Staci Rosbury joins the show to tell us about the Indian River Symp...

08/10/2026

🎼 The legendary Cleveland Orchestra is coming to Vero Beach on January 25, 2027! Before they bring Richard Strauss’s profound masterwork Metamorphosen to the Community Church of Vero Beach, they’ll be performing it on the iconic stage of Carnegie Hall.

🎬 Get to know the music before the concert:
To truly appreciate the breathtaking depth of this piece, we encourage you to experience it ahead of time! You can stream a beautifully captured 93-minute film of The Cleveland Orchestra performing Metamorphosen (conducted by Franz Welser-Möst) right from your living room. Bonus: The film also includes Mozart's Requiem!

🎬 Watch the Film: Available to stream now on Prime Video or Apple TV.

https://www.primevideo.com/-/nb/detail/0TH090AA33Q7EG5PQVW0DT2W2J/ref=atv_dp_amz_c_TS8274d9_1_14?jic=16%7CCgNhbGwSA2FsbA%3D%3D

https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/strauss-metamorphosen-and-mozarts-requiem/umc.cmc.4f1w7175yzbhhr62gof4rs1y4

Franz Welser-Möst conducts the Cleveland Orchestra and Chorus in a concert performing Richard Strauss' Metamorphosen (A Study for 23 Solo Strings) and Mozart's Requiem, K. 626. Soloists are Siobhan Stagg (soprano), Avery Amereau (contralto), Ben Bliss (tenor) and Anthony Robin Schneider (bass). Rec...

08/04/2026