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A Letter from our Maestro
Dear Friends, Spring has arrived—grass is greening, birds are singing, and love is once again in the air. On April 18 at 6:00 pm at Bridge View Center, the Ottumwa
April 2, 2026
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Position Available
Position Title: Conductor/Music Director Organization: Ottumwa Symphony Youth Orchestra (OSYO)Location: Ottumwa, IowaSeason: 2026–2027 About the OrganizationThe Ottumwa Symphony Youth Orchestra is a regional ensemble dedicated to providing high‑quality orchestral training to young musicians
March 24, 2026
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Ottumwa Symphony Youth Orchestra to Present Spring Concert Featuring Two World Premieres
The Ottumwa Symphony Youth Orchestra will present its Spring Concert on Sunday, March 1 at 3:00 PM in the St. John Auditorium at Indian Hills Community College. This performance marks
February 19, 2026
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Ottumwa Symphony Orchestra to present Winter Concert “Celebrating Youth”
The Ottumwa Symphony Orchestra continues its 2025–2026 season with MASTERWORKS #2: Celebrating Youth on Saturday, February 21, 7:30 PM at the Bridge View Center. Throughout the evening, you’ll be treated
January 15, 2026
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Ottumwa Symphony Orchestra to present Fall Concert Iowa’s Got Talent!
The Ottumwa Symphony Orchestra kicks off its 2025–2026 season with MASTERWORKS #1: Iowa’s Got Talent! on Saturday, October 4 at 7:30 PM at the Bridge View Center. Under the baton
September 29, 2025
Music on the Green 2026
Ottumwa Symphony Orchestra invites you to an evening of great music under the open sky. Music on the Green, an event that has become a favorite for attendees, will be
August 27, 2025
Eternal Love
The Ottumwa Symphony Orchestra performs Bernstein and Tchaikovsky, joined by vocalists Diana Upton-Hill and Justin Hill in an intimate program of love songs, arranged by Associate Conductor David Sharp. Single
August 27, 2025
Celebrating Youth
Featuring works by Brahms and Copland, you’ll be treated with a performance by the Ottumwa Symphony Youth Orchestra and the winner of the annual Young Artist Competition, violinist Ahiko Sugiyama.
August 27, 2025
Iowa’s Got Talent!!
Featuring Iowa Composers Jerry Owen, Peter Bloesch, Meredith Willson, and Michael Kimber. Piano soloist, Dr. Marian Lee will perform Rachmaninoff. Single Tickets will be available for purchase at the door. Or
August 27, 2025
15th Annual 25 Men Who Can Cook
Attention foodies! Support the Ottumwa Symphony Orchestra by joining us for our annual 25 Men Who Can Cook event June 20, 2026. Cost is $20 online or purchased through a
July 21, 2025