Orchestras
Led by Dr. Keith Dodson, the Symphony Orchestra brings powerful symphonic literature to life in multiple concerts each year, featuring full orchestra performances, guest artists, and opportunities for students to shine on a big stage.
CMU ensembles are open to all university students by audition.
CMU Symphony Orchestra
Under the direction of Dr. Keith Dodson, the symphony orchestra performs several major concerts each year including full symphony orchestra concerts featuring faculty artists as soloists a music theater or opera production, and a children's concert for Mid-Michigan area fourth-graders. The CMU Symphony Orchestra is the student-based orchestral ensemble serving the university community.
Frequently the orchestra members are involved with masterclasses presented by guest artists visiting campus or soloists with the Midland Symphony Orchestra.
The CMU Symphony Orchestra also sponsors an annual Concerto/Aria Competition for students of the CMU School of Music. Winners of the competition perform with the orchestra during their April concert.
