Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra
The Ann Arbor Symphony is Ann Arbor's only professional orchestra
The Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra history
The Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra (A2SO) began as a community orchestra in Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1928. The "Ann Arbor Civic Symphony" began with only five members and has since blossomed into a full professional orchestra. The Symphony is made up of Members from the Detroit Symphony Orchestra as well as musicians from various universities and professional freelancers.
The Ann Arbor Symphony currently performs in the historic Michigan Theater; the orchestra is currently under the direction of Arie Lipsky, who was hired as the A2S0's thirteenth conductor in 2000. Mr. Lipsy will typically give a popular lecture about the A2SO's music selections prior to the performence. A highlight of the season is when the Symphony celebrates "Mozart's Birthday" during "March Madness."
Conductor Arie Lipsy
Education and Outreach
The Ann Arbor Symphony also provides many opportunities for music education in the Southeastern Michigan. Looking to further enrich the culture of Ann Arbor, the A2SO presents many youth concerts, music classes, and "Petting Zoos" where children can try out different instruments.
Scene from A2SO's "Petting Zoo"