METROPOLITAN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAL ASSOCIATION
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Mission Statement
The Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra performs outstanding symphony concerts for diverse audiences throughout the Twin Cities area of Minneapolis/St. Paul. Our core values and goals are: to invite new and diverse audiences to share the power and energy of live symphony concerts in convenient neighborhood venues at no charge; to perform the full spectrum of symphonic music; to encourage artistic growth in our volunteer players; and to work with host organizations to present and promote symphonic performances in their communities.
About This Cause
Founded in 1982 by Saint Olaf College graduates, the orchestra has grown from a small chamber ensemble to a full symphony orchestra, a magnet for some of the area's finest professional and amateur instrumentalists. Music Director William Schrickel has led the MSO since 2000. MSO concerts have been broadcast on Minnesota Public Radio and featured on public television. The StarTribune has described the Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra as “the very model of a modern major orchestra – community style," and its performances as "rapturous" and "transformative." The MSO has collaborated with many Minnesota artistic treasures, including VocalEssence, the Minnesota Chorale, soprano Maria Jette, narrator and humorist Kevin Kling, and the James Sewell Ballet. The members of the Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra represent diverse ages, professions, experiences and interests; however, the qualities they share (their talents, passion and commitment to high-quality music and performance) are what help the MSO transcend a traditional community orchestra. Many of our members are professional musicians in the Twin Cities community who play with the MSO not for pay but for the unique performing experiences and challenging repertoire they enjoy. Some of our members are teachers who find inspiration for themselves and their students in rehearsals and performances. Our members are also carpenters, doctors, computer programmers, financial planners and students who find MSO an excellent outlet for their musical energy. Whatever the reason for playing in the MSO, and whether a member since the group's beginning in 1982 or new to the orchestra this year, each musician values the opportunity to share music with other players and the greater community.