Change is the Law of Life

As we embark on another season with the Quincy Symphony, I’m reminded of all that has changed during my 15 years of leadership and service.  The orchestra’s programming becomes more adventurous each … [Read more...]

Celebrating our 75th

Anniversaries are not only a time of celebration but also reflection where we remember special intersections between people, places, and events.  This performance year marks the 75th anniversary of … [Read more...]

Hope

Hope; def. – Hope is an optimistic state of mind that is based on an expectation of positive outcomes with respect to events and circumstances in one’s life or the world at large. As the summer … [Read more...]

Wishing you all a happy and joyous holiday season!

Dear Members and Friends of the Quincy Symphony Orchestra Association: I wish you all a happy and joyous holiday season!  This past year certainly has made us appreciate and reflect on the endless … [Read more...]

Today’s Orchestra – The Itinerant Musician

I remember distinctly that early rush as I sat in a large All-City Orchestra that was a grand collaboration of three local high school ensembles.  We enjoyed the thrill of performing Tchaikovsky’s … [Read more...]

May 2018 – Midsummer musings

May and June are my months traditionally devoted to planning and preparing for next season and also reflecting on our past season.  The Quincy Symphony’s 70th anniversary season entertained us with a … [Read more...]

Reflections on 70 and 10

Starting a new adventure is always exciting!  Seventy years ago, a vibrant collection of local orchestral musicians were organized into the Quincy Little Symphony and led by their energetic and … [Read more...]

Found Treasures

My family suffered tremendous loss over the past three months with the unexpected passing of my Mother and my Father-in-law. During the same period, my Mother-in-law moved out of her home of five … [Read more...]

Glancing Back and Leaping Forward

Each passing year brings new experiences in my own life as a parent and teacher. The years quickly flitter by and it’s rewarding to reflect on the past year and also exciting and exhilarating to peer … [Read more...]

Welcome to the QSOA’s 67th Season!

Welcome to the QSOA's 67th season connecting our regional musical heritage through performances of traditional repertoire as well as new compositions to capture your imagination. Creative Legacy … [Read more...]