Nashville Symphony Reinstates 2026-27 Season Following Investment From Oracle

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Nashville Symphony has reinstated its 2026-27 season following a $10 million investment from Oracle.

The partnership enables the Symphony to resume the 2026-27 season along with its full-time staff members and all members of the orchestra who were set to be furloughed on Oct. 18 due to a financial emergency.

“Oracle’s commitment is a lifeline for the Nashville Symphony and the community we serve,” shares Mark Tillinger, president and CEO, Nashville Symphony. “Oracle’s partnership gives us the ability to bring our musicians and our music back to the stage, and it gives us momentum as we build toward a stronger, more sustainable long-term future. We’re immensely grateful for Oracle’s belief in the Nashville Symphony.”

“Nashville is a city that understands how music can bring people together,” says Clay Magouyrk, CEO, Oracle. “We are part of this community and understand how important cultural institutions like this are to the residents of Nashville. As Oracle builds its new headquarters on Nashville’s East Bank, we are here to help solve the community’s problems and ensure Nashville remains a vibrant place to live and work for generations to come.”

“It’s an extraordinary relief to be able to welcome a new corporate partner to arts philanthropy in Nashville,” adds Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell. “Oracle’s generosity ensures that the upcoming season will not be lost. For years, the Nashville Symphony has entertained fans—including me—and it’s encouraging to see the steps its new leadership is taking to ensure that remains true for years to come.”

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