Masterworks II: Beethoven and the Blues

Masterworks II: Beethoven and the Blues

by | Oct 3, 2026

Masterworks II: Beethoven and the Blues The Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Music Director Matthew Sheppard, presents an unforgettable evening where classical tradition meets the blues. Internationally acclaimed blues harmonica virtuoso...
Masterworks I: Pictures & Poetry

Masterworks I: Pictures & Poetry

by | Sep 8, 2026

Masterworks I MDSO Concert October 17, 2026 Masterworks I: Pictures and Poetry Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 7:30 PMKirkland Fine Arts CenterDecatur, Illinois Matthew Sheppard, ConductorMillikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra Experience an evening where music, poetry, and...
Labor Day Pops – Night at the Movies

Labor Day Pops – Night at the Movies

by | Jul 1, 2026

Night at the MoviesJoin the Millikin Decatur Symphony Orchestra for an unforgettable evening of music from your favorite films at the beautiful Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater. This special Labor Day Pops concert marks the public debut of Music Director Matthew Sheppard...
Masterworks I: Apotheosis of Dance

Masterworks I: Apotheosis of Dance

by | Sep 23, 2025

MDSO performs Masterworks I, October 11, 2025 Masterworks I – Apotheosis of the Dance SAT OCT 11, 2025 7:30 pm | Kirkland Fine Arts Center To watch the LIVE STREAM on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/RHIjH3upaxY?feature=share • Conductor Candidate #1 –...
Masterworks II: Symphonic Colors

Masterworks II: Symphonic Colors

by | Oct 15, 2024

Join us for Masterworks II: Symphonic Colors on November 8, 2025, at the Kirkland Fine Arts Center, featuring the Millikin Decatur Symphony Orchestra under the baton of guest conductor Matthew Sheppard, the second finalist for the MDSO’s music director position. Join...
MASTERWORKS II – Serenades & Tombs

MASTERWORKS II – Serenades & Tombs

by | Sep 5, 2023

Serenades & TombsMasterworks II – Tickets: $25, $30, $35SAT November 11, 2023, 7:30pm | Kirkland Fine Arts CenterGuest Conductor, Richard Haglund Dvorák: Serenade for Wind InstrumentsDvorák: Serenade for StringsHolst: St. Paul’s SuiteRavel: Le Tombeau...