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2023/2024 CONCERT SEASON

FOUR CANDIDATES
pursuing
ONE SPOT
as the next
ROCHESTER LEGACY

Welcome to

Minnesota’s Rochester Symphony

Since 1919

Who We Are


A professional orchestra of 70 paid-per-performance musicians for six concert sets per season

A volunteer chorale of 90 talented voices performing two or more concerts per season

A dedicated staff and board auditioning four candidates to hire our one new Conductor/Maestro

A cornerstone of the arts

Rochester Symphony in Numbers


5,000+

tickets sold per season

165+

local musicians

6

concert sets per season

$5

student & youth tickets

It’s An Exciting Time

There has never been a better time to join the Rochester Symphony community. In the upcoming season, you can expect:

  • A six-concert set season beginning in October 2023
  • A different conductor candidate at four concert sets
  • Four chances to bring youth at no cost with our Free Family Previews
  • A lively holiday concert in December featuring our chorale
  • A beautiful array of classical pieces performed by our talented orchestra

Rating: 5 out of 5.

“Excellent”

So grateful for this excellent symphony right here in Rochester.

2023 Attendee

Rating: 5 out of 5.

“Magical”

Rochester Symphony and the Chorale are a marvelous gem for the Rochester community!

Rating: 5 out of 5.

“Fantastic quality”

The whole evening was a delight and musically outstanding. Excellent concert, from the first piece to the last note.

2023 Attendee

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  • ROCHESTER SYMPHONY OPENS INDIVIDUAL TICKET SALES
    August 1, 2023 – Rochester MN – Amy Lindstrom, President/CEO of the Rochester Symphony, announced the symphony’s concert schedule and the opening of individual ticket sales. Lindstrom explained, “In the coming year, we foresee a vibrant return. Expect much fanfare … Read more
  • Final Candidates Announced
    Amy Lindstrom, President/CEO of the Rochester Symphony, announced the symphony narrowed its applicants from 66 initial candidates to the final four who will each conduct one concert in the upcoming season vying for the position of artistic director/conductor.