Alexandra LoBianco & Kyle Ketelsen Star in Madison Symphony Orchestra’s ‘A Madison Symphony Christmas’

(Photo credit: Elle Logan) The Madison Symphony Orchestra is set to celebrate the holiday season with “A Madison Symphony Christmas.” Music Director John DeMain leads the Orchestra in his 32nd and final season as Music Director, joined by soloists soprano Alexandra LoBianco and bass-baritone Kyle Ketelsen. Returning are the Madison Symphony Chorus under the direction of Beverly Taylor, the Madison {…}

May 4, 2025

Ailyn Pérez, Kyle Ketelsen, Emily Fons, Jeni Houser, Alexandra LoBianco Headline Madison Symphony Orchestra’s 2025-26 Season

The Madison Symphony Orchestra has announced its Centennial Season. Here are the vocal performances on offer. First up is “Primal Light,” which includes Mason Bates’ “Resurrexit,” Frank’s “Symphonic Variations,” and Mahler’s Symphony No. 2. Vocal soloists include Emily Fons and Jeni Houser. Performance Dates: Oct. 17-19, 2025 “A Madison Symphony Christmas” will be conducted by John Demain and features soprano Alexandra {…}

Sep 26, 2023

Madison Symphony Orchestra Artistic Director Steps Down

Wisconsin’s Madison Symphony Orchestra Artistic Director John DeMain has stepped down from his post. Demain will remain with the company until the 2025-26 season which will mark the Madison Orchestra’s 100th anniversary. DeMain noted, “The word ‘retirement’ implies that I’m quitting conducting. I’m stepping down from the position of music director with the orchestra.” DeMain is only the fourth music {…}