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Samuel Akers – Viola
Mari Crowley – Violin
Melinda Meuwissen – Violin
Mats Wogstad – Violin
Laney Tomaro – Violin
Brahms’ Symphony No. 4
Program will include: Overture to Oberon – Carl Maria von Weber Serenade for Orchestra – William Grant Still Symphony No. 4 – Johannes Brahms
Rhapsody in Red, White, and Blue
EMSO will also perform Antonín Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, also known as the New World Symphony, inspired by the composer’s experiences in America in the 1890’s; and José Moncayo’s folk and dance music inspired Huapango. All EMSO concerts are free and admission is at the door. Donations in support of the orchestra’s work in the community […]
Laura Adrian – Trumpet
Laura joined EMSO in 2025 after settling back into her home state of MN. She grew up in Rochester where high school band was a huge part of her life. She played a little in college before taking a (long) break from music to focus on school, starting a career as a veterinarian, moving to […]
Justine Pearson – Piccolo
Justine Pearson joined EMSO as a piccolo/flute sub in 2021 and as a member in 2024. Previously, she has played with St. Croix Valley Symphony Orchestra, Shoreview North Star Band, several local theater organizations, tour groups, and various sub/chamber gigs and seasonal orchestras, in addition to teaching private flute lessons. Outside of EMSO, Justine works […]