The Germantown Symphony Orchestra (GSO) is a volunteer community ensemble, located in Germantown, TN, with members ranging from casual players to professionals, and from teens to nonagenarians. 

Mission

"The organization exists (1) to promote the performance of a wide variety of orchestral and ensemble music; (2) to provide its members with education in theoretical and practical musical skills; and (3) to promote camaraderie through participation in musical productions and entertainment. The mission of the Germantown Symphony Orchestra is to encourage the development of young musicians and to enrich the lives of its musicians and our Mid-South community through the presentation of live music of enduring quality."

Excerpted from the GSO By-laws