Become a Member
The East Metro Symphony Orchestra is a community orchestra. Other than EMSO’s conductor and concertmaster, our musicians are avocational musicians playing together as a hobby outside their main occupations. One does not need to play in the orchestra in order to become a member.
EMSO is currently seeking individuals for these open positions:
EMSO is looking for the following musicians for the October 15, 2023 concert:
More string players – especially Violin and Bass players
Bassoon player
Trombone player
EMSO welcomes all inquiries from musicians interested in joining our orchestra. If you are interested in playing with our orchestra, please email [email protected]. We welcome all inquiries about new membership, regardless of the instrument.
About EMSO Rehearsals & Performances
EMSO’s concert seasons run from September to May. Most rehearsals are held weekly on Tuesday evenings 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm in the Orchestra Room at East Ridge High School, 4200 Pioneer Drive, Woodbury, MN.
Most concert seasons consist of four main concerts. Typically, main concerts are held on Sunday afternoons with dress rehearsals on the Saturday morning prior to the concert. Some EMSO members also perform small ensemble Symphonies for Seniors performances at various senior living facilities. Symphonies for Seniors concerts are usually held on the second or third Sunday afternoon of the month.
For more information about joining EMSO, please visit our Membership Frequently Asked Questions page.