Symphony Rocks is one of the FM Symphony’s signature summer events and a top fundraiser each year, bringing the community together for an unforgettable night of music and celebration. Now in its 15th year with Post Traumatic Funk Syndrome, this annual concert returns to the iconic Bluestem Amphitheater in Moorhead, MN.
This year’s theme, Funky Days & Disco Nights, promises a high-energy evening filled with symphonic takes on favorites from Donna Summer, ABBA, Parliament-Funkadelic and MORE. So dust off your bell bottoms and platform boots and get ready to “get down” together for a groovy night of music and fun.
Doors open at 6:30 PM and the show begins at 8:00 PM. There will be food trucks, raffles, drinks, and more so plan to arrive early!
Grab your friends and family, soak up the summer atmosphere, and enjoy an incredible night while supporting the FM Symphony. Tickets range from $15 to $85.
Thank you to our 2026 Symphony Rocks Sponsors!
Thank you to our 2026 Symphony Rocks Media Partners!
Note on reserved seats:
Reserved house left = all odd-numbered seats
Reserved house right = all even-numbered seats
Reserved center = consecutive order seats
Rain or Shine Event – No Refunds
Symphony Rocks is a fundraising event for the FM Symphony - tickets are non-refundable. Should the concert be cancelled for severe weather, a donation receipt can be provided.
Rain Info - If there is light rain, the concert will proceed. If there is heavy rain, the concert will be either delayed or called off depending on the radar/forecast of the storm’s duration and intensity. If lightning develops during the performance, the concert will be called off.
Concert tickets and seating:
RESERVED SEATS are the amphitheater chair-type seats. Reserved seats sell out very quickly - early ticket purchase is recommended.
The GENERAL ADMISSION Bench and Lawn seating areas are pictured below. Please note that lawn chairs with legs are NOT allowed in the lawn area. Solid seats (no legs), cushions, or blankets are welcome.
No outside food or drink allowed.
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Fargo-Moorhead Symphony and Post-Traumatic Funk Syndrome performing together, followed by a VIP post-concert party.
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Highlights: Four Orchestra showpieces, sobs by Journey, Peter Gabriel, Chicago, Earth Wind & Fire and more.
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Steel drum band FUEGO TROPICAL from Minnesota State University Moorhead joined FMSO and PTFS - "Caribbean Barbeque" was the pre-party theme.
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Jazz guest vocalist Bruce Henry from Chicago - dancers performed in the aisles to Bruno Mars' "Uptown Funk" - "Groovy Retro Bash" was the pre-party theme, many attendees dressed 70s style.
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Guest vocalists Jessie Veeder and Blind Joe - dancers performed in the aisles to "Wild Wild West" - the sold-out pre-party's theme was "Cowboy BBQ" complete with a "cow-pie toss" cornhole game for prizes.
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The program paid tribute to great artists who had passed away in the past year, including David Bowie, Prince, George Michael, Leonard Cohen and others. "Party Like a Rock Star" was the theme for the pre-party.
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The greatest music to hit America from the British Isles, including Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Queen, Adele and more. “British Pub” was the the theme for the pre-party.
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Classic R&B hits by Al Green, Otis Redding, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, and more, featuring guest soloists Andrina Brogden and Ronnie Allen. This year all ages were welcome to our “Food Trucks and Fun” Family Pre-party!
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Guest vocalist Ronnie Allen and favorites from 10 years of concerts
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A variety of summer-themed songs from Chicago, The Beach Boys, Led Zeppelin, and Stevie Nicks, to hits from Beyoncé and the exuberant, Grammy-winning “Freedom” by Jon Batiste, this concert also featured a 20-voice chorus
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Inspired by the Grammys duet by Stevie Wonder and Chris Stapleton, the FMSO and Post-Traumatic Funk Syndrome performed a mix of country & funk tunes perfect for a warm summer night.
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A rainy, but electrifying fusion of classical music and ICONIC ROCK with the FMSO and Post-Traumatic Funk Syndrome!
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A spectacular evening under perfect skies, and you chose the music! From Star Wars Suite by John Williams to Hotel California, Don’t Stop Believin’, We Will Rock You/We Are The Champions, Saturday in the Park, and so many more, it was a night of incredible energy, unforgettable performances, and music made for the people, by the people.