Get to know the WSO!
How We Got Started
In 2013 a small group of enthusiastic musicians, led by The
Woodlands resident trumpeter Darryl Bayer, felt the call to fashion and brand a new Woodlands Symphony Orchestra that would
celebrate area musicians with a focus on creating innovative
interdisciplinary concerts. Ten years later, with Darryl Bayer paving the way as Artistic Director, the WSO has performed countless
concerts including shows at The Woodlands Pavilion and for The
Woodlands Township Arts in the Park to reach the masses free of admission charges. Each year the WSO performs Christmas concerts and Handel’s Messiah as their gift to the community.
Our Mission
The WSO is an established fine arts fixture of The Woodlands, Texas. Our mission is to enhance cultural experiences to the community and surrounding cities.
• The WSO celebrates their home-grown musicians featuring soloists from within the orchestra for concerts and guest artists from the Woodlands area.
• The WSO strives to bring artistic perfection to every performance which range from small, intimate audiences to massive audiences 7000 strong.
• The WSO works side-by-side with schools, churches, local government, and arts partners to
produce sell out concerts at multiple venues.
• The WSO creates opportunities for students and amateur musicians to perform
alongside the professional musicians.
For more information and to inquire how to join WSO:
Please visit: www.woodlandssymphony.org
Our Programs
Full symphonies, jazz and rock fused with orchestra music, youth orchestra, chamber groups, educational programs, soloists and artist development. The WSO has a program and a place for everyone in the community.
Guest Conductors
The WSO assists young conductors in starting their careers in classical music.
Youth Orchestra
College age and high school musicians of the highest level are encourage to audition and perform with the WSO.
Themed Concerts
Great Scot – all Scottish music from classical to movie themes. Shakespeare and symphony with theatre ensembles. Video game and anime music. Every year the WSO presents a themed cross-over concert to bring generations of audiences together.