The Rochester Symphony was founded in 1919 as a professional performing arts organization called the Rochester Orchestra. Its earliest ensemble — the Lawler-Dodge Orchestra — was founded in 1912 as a volunteer orchestra motivated by their passion to play, driven by Daisy Plummer, wife of world famous Mayo Clinic physician, Dr. Henry Plummer and directed by Harold Cooke. In early years, the Orchestra appeared in the former Chateau Theatre where they performed background music for silent movies.
Looking back on 40 years at the helm of the Rochester Symphony, Jere Lantz wonders both that it has been so long and that it has been so much fun. Throughout the hundreds of concerts he has led in Rochester, Lantz has shown his acumen for imaginative programming and his ability to deliver dynamic and stirring performances.
Orchestra auditions are planned for September 6 and 8, 2022. Click on the arrow above for audition registration, excerpts, and other important details.
Auditions for the Rochester Symphony Chorale will take place on August 22 and 29, 2022. Click on the arrow above for detailed audition information and to sign up for an audition time.
Brad Krehbiel
Amy Lindstrom, President & CEO
Matt Roisum, Treasurer
Mary Beth Sancomb-Moran, Secretary
Jodi Melius, Vice Chair
Jay Beck, Immediate Past Chair
Andrew Good
Rafael Jimenez
Mark Neville
James Sloan
Sarah Schaefer Meier, Chorale Representative
Joe Mish, Orchestra Representative
