Pacific Symphony Orchestra

Southern Californias Premier Symphony Ensemble

The Pacific Symphony Orchestra is an American orchestra based in Orange County, California. Founded in 1978 by Keith Clark, the orchestra has grown into one of the largest and most renowned orchestras formed in the United States in the last 50 years. The ensemble presents more than 100 concerts a year and has a rich discography that includes both contemporary and classical works. Under the leadership of Music Director Carl St.Clair, who assumed his post in 1990, the Pacific Symphony has developed innovative programming that speaks to the diversity and interests of its community. The orchestra's commitment to new music is evident through its many commissions and recordings, such as "The Passion of Ramakrishna," a work by Philip Glass that was part of the orchestra's American Composers Festival.