For 77 seasons, the Jacksonville Symphony has inspired audiences in Northeast Florida and beyond through exceptional live performances. Under the artistic leadership of Music Director Courtney Lewis, now in his twelfth season, the Symphony has reached new artistic heights through ambitious programming, compelling performances and a commitment to creating world-class orchestral experiences that are accessible to all. The Jacksonville Symphony is recognized as one of the region's premier cultural institutions, presenting outstanding classical, pops, jazz and special performances that engage, inspire and connect audiences.

Led by President and CEO Steven B. Libman, the Jacksonville Symphony serves more than 180,000 people each season through more than 95 performances at Jacoby Symphony Hall and venues throughout Florida. Founded in 1949, the Symphony has earned a distinguished national reputation for artistic excellence, innovative programming and meaningful community engagement.

The Jacksonville Symphony has performed alongside some of the most dynamic and esteemed artists of the music world, including Renée Fleming, Joshua Bell, Lang Lang, Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Conrad Tao, Alisa Weilerstein and Branford Marsalis. Demonstrating its commitment to shaping the future of orchestral music, the Symphony has also commissioned new works by leading composers such as Carlos Simon, Conrad Tao, Anna Clyne and Courtney Bryan.

Committed to inspiring the next generation of music lovers and musicians, the Symphony reaches more than 71,000 students annually across four Northeast Florida school districts through education and community programs. Its Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestras (JSYO) serve more than 250 young musicians through six ability-based ensembles, while free tickets for children under 18 to select Florida Blue Classical Series concerts help ensure that live orchestral music remains accessible to families throughout the region.

The Symphony's community impact extends beyond the concert hall through free Community Concerts and performances by Jacksonville Symphony ensembles in schools, libraries, senior communities and other venues across Northeast Florida.

The Jacksonville Symphony is a proud member of the League of American Orchestras, the Sphinx Organization's National Alliance for Audition Support and the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce.