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The Tempe Symphony Orchestra,
now in its 36th season, has grown from an initial 38 performers on its
roster to more than 100 musicians (the number of musicians on stage
varies according to the demands of the music).
Since its founding in 1975,
the main purpose of the Tempe Symphony Orchestra has been to provide
musical enjoyment and continuing education throughout the adult years
for the many talented orchestral musicians in the Valley who wish to
participate in advanced orchestral performance activities after
graduation.
In 2010, the city hired the
symphony's second conductor, Douglas Akey, who replaced founder and
conductor Dr. Richard E.
Strange, who passed away in December 2009.
Strange
was the Symphony's founding Music Director and Conductor.
Dr. Strange reveled in the ability to present advanced 19th and 20th
Century musical programming. His pride and passion was evident when he
discussed the symphony's evolution and its future. |
Dr. Strange and
bassist Katherine Willson were original members of the Tempe Symphony Orchestra.
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By actively challenging
some of the best musicians in the Valley, Dr. Strange
kept the members happy, interested,
motivated and eager to continue their
involvement with the Tempe Symphony Orchestra. Each musician strives for
excellence and plays for the love of music and the opportunity to be
with other motivated musicians. It was a labor of love as
Strange developed, nurtured and led
the orchestra.
The symphony moved into a new home,
performing its first concert in the Tempe Center
for the Arts on Oct. 15, 2007. |
