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Musicians

The range of skills and stories shared by PSO musicians are as rich and varied as the instruments they play. What unites them is the individual mastery of their talents and a commitment to their craft through the stirring power of symphonic music. That synthesis of sounds is colored by a spectrum of musical experience with other symphonies, chamber groups, opera and ballet orchestras, and more. Read on to discover more about the passionate performers who shape the sound of the music you love.

FIRST VIOLINS

SECOND VIOLINS

VIOLAS

VIOLONCELLOS

CONTRABASSES

PICCOLO

OBOES

ENGLISH HORN

CLARINETS

BASS CLARINET

BASSOONS

CONTRABASSOON

HORNS

  • Lauren Winter, Principal
    Judith Haynes Chair
  • Kevin Owen
  • Michael Bellofatto

TRUMPETS

TROMBONES

  • Liam Glendening, Principal
  • Alexander Russell
  • Cameron Owen
  • Mark Manduca

BASS TROMBONE

  • Cameron Owen

TUBA

TIMPANI

PERCUSSION

HARP

KEYBOARD

  • Vacant, Principal
    Elizabeth Edney Nanovic Chair
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THE 102nd SEASON

In the 2026-27 season, we invite you on a journey that spans continents and centuries, exploring where we have come from, where we stand today, and where we are headed together.

EXPLORE THE SEASON TODAY

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Never been to a symphony before? Don’t worry, we’re here to help

Find the answers to all the questions about the orchestra you may be too afraid to ask!

Read our First Timer’s Guide

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Bring your class to a youth concert

Coming in 2026…The Portland Symphony Orchestra partners with Carnegie Hall to present Link Up: The Orchestra Moves! Link Up is a fully participatory, school-day concert program. Students will fill Merrill Auditorium to sing, play recorders, move, and listen along with the symphony from their seats. This program is designed for students in grades 3-6 but all are welcome and encouraged to participate!

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Keep the Smiles Shining

Support the PSO today and help us continue to bring world class music to patrons of all ages and to stages and classrooms across Maine.

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Meet the PSO’s Music Director

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