Our Upcoming Concerts
March 9, 3pm Park Central Presbyterian (NOTE Updated date and location)
“Locally Sourced”
Dan Lawitts: Mystery of History (World Premiere)
Victor Mallia: Counterpoint (World Premiere)
Neva Derewetsky: We Race in Circles (Kodylynn Perkins, soprano)
Chris Cresswell: at the foot of the mountain (American Premiere)
Arr Sean O’Loughlin: How to Train Your Dragon
Ryan Chase: Weigenlied (World Premiere, commissioned by OCSO)
Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2, first movement with Soren Kranz, pianist
Arr Calvin Custer: Summon the Heros
Friday, May 16, 7:30pm Most Holy Rosary Church
Sunday, May 18, 4:00pm First Presbyterian Church in Ithaca
Grant Us Peace: Dona Nobis Pacem
A collaboration among the Cayuga Vocal Ensemble, Onondaga Civic Symphony Orchestra, and Syracuse Chorale
Vaughan Williams’ cantata Dona Nobis Pacem and portions of a Cherubini Requiem
Suggested donation at the door: $15
Seniors $10
Students $5
Under 18 free
Onondaga Civic Symphony Orchestra
First established in 1963, the Onondaga Civic Symphony Orchestra is comprised of diverse and passionate amateur and professional musicians from all across the Syracuse area. To learn more about OCSO’s rich traditions and past, please visit our history page,
Our Mission
The mission of the Onondaga Civic Symphony Orchestra is to provide our members with an opportunity to perform symphonic music, and for our audiences to enjoy classical programming, through our concerts, our community service, and our outreach programs.
Concerts
The orchestra presents at least four concerts each year. The repertoire consists of classical works (symphonies, concertos, overtures), popular music, light classics, and an occasional choral work.
Join Us!
Interested musicians should contact us about the requirements for membership. Our rehearsals are at the United Church in Fayetteville from 7:15-9:15 on most Mondays. The orchestra is a 501(c) (3) charitable organization supported by membership dues, fundraisers and contributions from the community.