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Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra

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Did you know that Manitowoc is one of the smallest cities in the United States to have a symphony orchestra? The Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra has been delighting audiences and providing a creative outlet for community musicians for more than 60 years. Four concerts are performed each year. The Symphony provides one of the area's finest entertainment experiences for those who appreciate classical music.

For 50 years, the Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra has been delighting audiences and providing a creative outlet for community musicians. The members of the orchestra carry their passion for fine music to delicious heights through live presentations of classical works. Manitowoc is one of the smallest cities in the United States to have a symphony orchestra.

For first conductor, Karl Miller, whose desire to conduct an orchestra was nurtured by the New York Philharmonic Orchestra's radio broadcasts, the creation of the Manitowoc Civic Orchestra in 1951 was a fulfillment of a boyhood dream. Following a World War II stint in the Air Force and graduation from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, with a degree in music, Miller and his wife Betty moved to Manitowoc. He had decided to accept a position with the Manitowoc Public Schools, influenced by his peers' opinion that the city was ready for a civic orchestra.

Recruitment for the orchestra began in early 1951, followed by first string sectional rehearsals in the fall. Over the years, the organization grew in stature and was recognized as playing an important role in the Lakeshore area's quality of life.

The Symphony was originally headquartered at Lincoln High School, but moved its performances to the elegantly appointed Capitol Civic Centre following extensive remodeling of the 71-year-old structure a few years ago.

The lakeshore community can be proud of featuring such a committed organization of musicians for over 50 years. In 1991 they sponsored Victor Borge, selling out long before the concert date. They sponsored world famous violinist, Isaac Stern, in duo-recital with Yefim Bronfman, one of the top three pianists in the country. Since then, they have brought in the Tokyo String Quartet with Pinchas Zuckerman, the Canadian Brass, Yefim Bronfman again, and most recently, Gary Karr.

They Symphony provides one of the area's finest entertainment experiences and all lovers of fine music are invited to discover the Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra as they carry their passion for music into the next decade.



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