Welcome to the La Verne symphony orchestra

Dr. Sylvia Lee Mann, Music Director and Conductor

The 2026-27 LVSO Season Begins!

LVSO Fall Concert!

Our fall concert is scheduled for Nov 21, 2026 at 3pm

The opening concert will feature music of “Americana” - classic music of the United States of America as our Semiquincentennial (250th) commemoration continues.

Repertoire includes selections from all over the USA, from the founding years through present time. 

Rehearsals begin Thursday August 20th. We meet from 7pm - 9pm  in Founders Hall, and Morgan Auditorium on the University of La Verne Campus.   Musicians are expected to arrive by 6:50pm to get set-up. 

CLICK HERE to get tickets in advance!

 

Spring Concerts !

HILLCREST Spring Concert on March 26th and our ULV Concert on Sunday April 18th

We're excited to announce that we will again be offering a Spring Concert at The Meeting House at Hillcrest on Friday March 26th at 6:30pm!

And of course, our annual ULV Spring LVSO Concert will be presented in Morgan Auditorium on Sunday April 18th, 2027 at 4pm.

Rehearsals for the Spring semester begin Thursday January 14th, 2027.

ABOUT US:

We are a community orchestra welcoming volunteer musicians of all ages and backgrounds. To join as a new volunteer section violinist or violist, just send us a short bio and provide your contact information.  Then plan to join us (audition not required for section players to join - but may be needed after joining for placement.  Rehearsals begin Thursday August 20th.

We meet on Thursdays  in Founders Hall, and Morgan Auditorium on the University of La Verne Campus.  Rehearsals are held from 7-9pm. (Please arrive by 6:50pm for set-up)

Concertmaster is an auditioned position. Auditions for concertmaster are primarily via video submission, Just send us a short bio and a video of you playing two contrasting pieces—which could be a concerto, other solo piece, or orchestral excerpts. If you are unable to send a video, contact us by email to arrange an in-person audition.

Please upload your video to YouTube, Google Drive, or other cloud service and email a link along with your short bio to:

LOCATION: Morgan Auditorium on the University of La Verne Campus. 1950  W 3rd St. La Verne CA 91750. Morgan is located in Founders Hall. Use main steps in front, near 3rd and B St, or use the accessible entrance and elevator by entering 

FAQ: When and Where are the Rehearsals?
We meet on Thursdays  in Founders Hall, and Morgan Auditorium on the University of La Verne Campus.  Rehearsals are held from 7-9pm. (Please arrive by 6:50pm for set-up)
LOCATION: Morgan Auditorium on the University of La Verne Campus. 1950  W 3rd St. La Verne CA 91750. Morgan is located in Founders Hall. Use main steps in front, near 3rd and B St, or use the accessible entrance and elevator by entering at the SW corner of the brick building (Mainiero Hall), which connects to Founders.... 
PARKING: Street parking is available on Third Street (Sometimes it is crowded, so allow some time to find a spot). The parking lots do require permits, which are available by scanning the sign and using the parking app.
LINK to more parking information on the university website: https://myportal.laverne.edu/web/parking/home

Non Profit Status

The La Verne Symphony Orchestra is a tax exempt 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization under IRS section 170. Donors can deduct contributions made to us under IRC Section 170. We are also qualified to receive tax deductible bequests, devises, transfers or gifts under Section 2055, 2106, or 2522. We are a public charity. EIN #42-4283549