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Nashville Symphony 2026-27 season back on after $10M donation
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk Kassidy Brown, Li Cohen , as published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· October 4, 2026
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Key points The season had been suspended due to a financial emergency, affecting 77 orchestra musicians and 27 staff positions. A $10 million donation from Oracle has enabled the resumption of the Nashville Symphony's 2026-27 season.
A $10 million donation from Oracle has enabled the resumption of the Nashville Symphony's 2026-27 season. The season had been suspended due to a financial emergency, affecting 77 orchestra musicians and 27 staff positions. Season ticket holders were left uncertain about refunds, credits, and whether they would be able to attend their chosen shows.
The symphony's announcement stated that affected ticket holders would receive an email with next steps. Further details are available from the symphony.
The donation from Oracle has alleviated the financial emergency that led to the suspension, allowing the season to resume. Additional information can be found through the original announcement.
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Category: Local Published: October 4, 2026 Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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