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GSO University

During the 2020-21 GSO season, our orchestra was dark, as was much of the art world due to COVID-19.  Because we enjoyed each others' company, and wanted to learn more about the music we play, Music Director Dr. Ron Vernon created a group of slides he presented during on-line calls on the dates shown below.   
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September 3, 2020
History of the Orchestra 101a:
17th/Early 18th Century, the String Instruments

​PowerPoint of presentation

October 1, 2020
History of the Orchestra 101b:
17th/Early 18th Century, the Woodwind Instruments

​PowerPoint of presentation

November 5, 2020
History of the Orchestra 102:
The Effects of Technical Innovation


Holiday Name That Tune Playlist
In case you missed (or you want a new holiday playlist for your listening pleasure), here's a Youtube playlist.  GSO has played them over the last 20 years of Holiday Concerts.  You'll even get to see some friends in one song!

January 7, 2021
History of the Orchestra 103:
The Modern Orchestra

PowerPoint of the presentation

February 4, 2021
Orchestral Genres 201:
The Symphony

​PowerPoint of the presentation

March 4, 2021
Orchestral Genres 202:
The Concerto

PowerPoint of the presentation

March 30, 2021
Orchestral Genres 203:
The Overture

PowerPoint of the presentation

May 6, 2021
Orchestral Genres 203b:
The Overture, part deux 

PowerPoint of the presentation

June 3, 2021
Orchestral Genres 204:
The Tone Poem

PowerPoint of the presentation

July 1, 2021
Orchestral Genres 205:
The Suite


​The Germantown Symphony Orchestra, with its commitment to contribute to the performing arts community and music education, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation, in any of its activities or operations.  The GSO membership is open to any persons desiring an inclusive and welcoming environment to share their music abilities.
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  • About
    • Music Director
    • The Orchestra
    • Chamber Music
    • Education and Outreach
    • Board of Directors >
      • Meetings
    • History
  • 2022-2023 Season
    • Oct 16 - Young Artists
    • Dec 10- Germantown Holiday Concert
    • Feb 18 - With Randal Rushing
    • Apr 30 - A Springtime Concert with Basil Alter
  • Concerto Competition
    • Application
    • Rules and Application
    • 2022 Winners
  • Giving
    • Donations
    • Advertise
    • Supporters
  • Join
  • Contact
  • Members
    • GSO University