About Redwood Symphony

Redwood Symphony is an all-volunteer orchestra dedicated to the performance of ambitious, contemporary repertoire, as well as the great orchestral classics (see performance history). The innovative programming and emphasis on education are two reasons so many of the most talented musicians from throughout the San Francisco Bay Area volunteer their time to play, and why our audience and local critics are so enthusiastic.

Note to prospective soloists: Redwood Symphony generally prefers to engage local soloists who will bring an audience to concerts. All soloists (except opera singers) are unpaid, due to budgetary constraints.

Mission Statement Redwood Symphony enriches the lives of its musicians and the community by presenting spirited, high-quality performances of ambitious orchestral music in an innovative, educational and entertaining format.

Highlights include...

• Performances of all of the symphonies of Gustav Mahler.
• Performance of Ives Symphony No. 4, with four simultaneous conductors, three ensembles, and chorus.
• West Coast premiere of Danny Elfman's first symphonic work, Serenada Schizophrana.
• West Coast premiere of Leonard Bernsteins last orchestral work, the Concerto for Orchestra.
• Bay Area premiere of Every Good Boy Deserves Favor, a play with actors and orchestra by Tom Stoppard and Andr Previn.
• Benefit performance of Coriglianos Symphony No. 1, Of Rage and Remembrance.
• Performance at Davies Symphony Hall of Stravinskys opera, Oedipus Rex.
• Featured in Stereophile magazine 1997 Records to Die For for The Rite of Spring and Les Noces.
• Six critically acclaimed compact discs on two record labels, available internationally.
• Redwood Symphony's 1999-2000 Farewell to the 20th Century season, comprised entirely of 20th century pieces.
• Four performances of uncut operas in concert, including Porgy and Bess.
• Commitment to music education for all ages.
• Dr. Kujawsky's popular lectures, concert talks, and concert demonstrations.

Musicians Wanted

• If you are interested in joining Redwood Symphony,
  please contact Dr. Kujawsky.
• String players are especially needed at present.
• Most rehearsals take place on Wednesday evenings, 7 to 10 P.M.,
  at Cañada College Theatre in Redwood City.

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