Performing outstanding symphony concerts for diverse audiences throughout the Twin Cities
Introducing our new Executive Director: Alexandria Mueller
We are delighted to announce that Alexandria Mueller has been named the new Executive Director of the Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra! Alex has played viola in the MSO for several years and brings deep experience in nonprofit arts leadership, education, and operations.
In addition to her performing career, Alex is an attorney at Hellmuth and Johnson serving the arts and entertainment community, a founding member of the Boom Island String Quartet, and Assistant Director of the Very Young Composers Project (Central Wisconsin Symphony Orchestra). Her work reflects a strong commitment to connecting musicians and audiences in meaningful ways.
“I am delighted that Alex Mueller is the MSO’s new Executive Director and offer her my sincere congratulations! In addition to her impressive experience, Alex is also a skilled and passionate musician who, as a current MSO violist, understands our mission from the inside out. She is bright, good-hearted, and cherishes this orchestral community. I am excited to work with Alex in expanding MSO’s already strong reputation for musical excellence and vibrant performances.”
-Steven Amundson, Music Director
“I am honored to step into the role of Executive Director of MSO. This organization means a great deal to so many people because of the community that surrounds it. What draws me most to this role is the opportunity to serve as steward of an organization that connects musicians and audiences in meaningful, ongoing ways”
-Alex Mueller
Upcoming Concerts
Family Concert: A Royal Treat
May 17th, 2026, 4 PM
Central Lutheran Church, Minneapolis
Featuring: Kevin Kling, narrator & Emily Kristen Morris, soprano
Alexander Borodin – Polovtsian Dances (Dance No. 3 – General Dance) from Prince Igor
Victor Zupanc & Kevin Kling – Twelve Dancing Princesses
Steven Amundson – Fanfare for the King of Norway
Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez – “Let It Go” from Frozen
Edvard Grieg – “In the Hall of the Mountain King” from Peer Gynt
MSO welcomes back storyteller Kevin Kling to perform his enchanting “The Twelve Dancing Princesses,” which we commissioned in 2019. Victor Zupanc’s music masterfully brings this wonderful story to life. The concert also features singer/actress Emily Kristen Morris singing “Let it Go” from Frozen. Our Royal theme continues with dance music from Alexander Borodin’s Prince Igor, the exhilarating “In the Hall of the Mountain King” from Edvard Grieg’s Peer Gynt, and Steven Amundson’s regal Fanfare for the King of Norway. Budding young conductors (ages 6–12) will compete for the chance to conduct the orchestra in a short piece. Following the concert, kids can participate in an Instrument Petting Zoo! All who are young or young at heart are invited to join the fun – costumes encouraged!
Sponsored by Hellmuth & Johnson
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
Follow us for updates on our
2026-2027 season
The MSO performs outstanding symphony concerts throughout the Twin Cities, without financial barriers to attendance.
Help us keep our concerts accessible to all
Home at Central Lutheran.
Central Lutheran Church members Lois Rand and Klara Johnson and Music Director John Ferguson provided tremendous guidance and support and sponsored our relationship with Central.
The Central Lutheran congregation itself has remained committed to a mutually beneficial and invaluable relationship for over 40 years, and we look forward to many more.