The Memphis Composers Institute is a collaborative initiative between the Memphis Symphony Orchestra, The Walden School, and the University of Memphis. Selected works from the Memphis Composers Institute call for scores will be performed by the Memphis Symphony Orchestra in a special concert on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 7:30 PM. The concert will be conducted by Kyle Dickson, Madeleine Luce Moore Assistant Conductor Chair of the Memphis Symphony.

The selected composers and works are:
Fulya Kapucugil — Leaving the Nest
Dede Ondishko — Singing Strength
Ethan Soledad — Cages of Jade

Their music will premiere alongside a new work by Walden alum and faculty member Caroline Mallonee.

Concert Information

Memphis Composers Institute Concert
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 | 7:30 PM
University of Memphis, Harris Hall
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$20 General Admission/$5 Youth/Pay What You Can ($5+)

Memphis Composers Institute Schedule

All events take place at the University of Memphis’s Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music, unless otherwise noted.

Sunday, February 1, 2026 Memphis Youth Symphony Programs (MYSP) Events

• 5:00pm Presentation for members of the Memphis Youth Symphony Program

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

• 7:30 – 10:00 pm Rehearsal 1 with Memphis Symphony Orchestra, Canon Center For The Performing Arts, 255 N Main St, Memphis (open to the public)

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

• 11:00 – 11:45 am  Panel Discussion 1: Composer Panel, Harris Hall (open to the public)
• 12:00 – 12:45 pm Panel Discussion 2: Committee Panel, Harris Hall (open to the public)
• 1:30 – 4:00 pm Rehearsal 2 with Memphis Symphony Orchestra, Harris Hall (open to the public)
• 7:30 pm Final Concert, featuring premiere performances of new works by participating composers, Harris Hall BUY TICKETS