25 Years of Omaha's Favorite Tradition: a Q and A with Ernest Richardson

Maestro Ernest Richardson has been leading the Physicians Mutual Omaha Symphony Christmas Celebration for 25 years—we asked him for his reflections on this special show.

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Meet Résonance: the local voices bringing Christmas to life

November 24, 2025

When Maestro Ernest Richardson began planning the Omaha Symphony’s annual Christmas Celebration back in 2012, he faced a challenge: how do you make a beloved holiday tradition feel fresh, dazzling, and unforgettable year after year?

Maestro Bahl breaks down his return to Symphony Joslyn

November 18, 2025

Omaha Symphony Artistic Partner Ankush Kumar Bahl returns to Omaha this weekend to conduct Piazzolla & Schumann, a vibrant celebration of music from all over the world.

JoAnn Falletta answers five questions about Tchaikovsky’s Fifth

September 23, 2025

We sat down with Maestro JoAnn Falletta, the acclaimed Music Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic and newly appointed Principal Guest Conductor and Artistic Advisor of the Omaha Symphony, to discuss the finale of our first 25/26 Masterworks concert before rehearsals began.

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