We create and promote a first class orchestra producing memorable musical experiences for audiences of all ages. Founded in 1960, and incorporated as a charitable non-profit in 1961, our first half-century of music was created by local artists who played on a volunteer basis. They gave freely of their time and talents so that audiences might share with them the joys of symphonic music. A resident music director was hired in 1978, and our resident professional quartet was founded in 1982. Today, your Symphony still comes from a broad cross-section of the community. In addition to many skilled amateur players, the orchestra is composed of outstanding local professionals as well as talented students. Occasionally, a few professional players are brought in to fill positions that cannot be filled locally. This unique mix of musicians combines to form the highly successful Lethbridge Symphony. We present a dozen productions annually, including the Symphony Series, featuring the full orchestra, and Musica Intima that feature smaller ensembles from within the Orchestra, as well as our ever-popular Kids Choir and Love Notes events.