ABOUT THE FSO

The Frederick Symphony Orchestra (FSO) is a community orchestra composed of professionally trained musicians. Founded in 1997, we perform a series of concerts each year which include classical masterworks, music by contemporary composers, pop concerts, and educational programs. Through our affiliation with Frederick Community College, we perform at various venues including Jack B Kussmaul Theater, the Seventh Day Aventist Church, Hood College.  Qualified musicians performing with us at Frederick Community College may receive college credit for playing in the ensemble. The FSO is committed to enriching the cultural climate of Frederick, Maryland, and its surrounding communities by providing opportunities for local musicians to perform and further develop their talents.

Our combination of education outreach, community involvement, and affordable entertainment has attracted support from many loyal patrons and arts programs, including the Maryland State Arts Council, Frederick Arts Council, local businesses, and generous private donors. The Orchestra is incorporated in the state of Maryland as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, and is governed by its by-laws and the members of its Board of Directors.

FSO MUSICIANS

The FSO’s permanent roster is made up of a diverse group of artists with a wide variety of backgrounds and professions. Some are currently working and others are retired professional and semi-professional musicians. Several of the FSO musicians are music educators. A large number of our members are highly trained, enthusiastic adult amateurs. Regardless of where they are from or what they do for a living, they all share a love of music in all its forms, but especially of symphonic orchestral music. Feel free to review the most current FSO Roster and learn a little more about our individual members.