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Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Community atmosphere mingles with regional music talent to meet Utah music-lover’s dream: a full-blown symphony in a smaller city – without financially burdening the already stretched municipal budgets.



Friday, May 21, 2010
The Oquirrh Mountain Symphony (OMS) presents “Spotlight Spectacular Encore” on Friday, May 21st, at Elk Ridge Middle School (3659 W. 9800 S.) at 7:30pm. The performance will feature the winners of the RMO’s 6th Annual Concerto Competition: Whitney Pizza (piano), Brenden McQuay (tuba), David Horton (piano) and Alexis Ericksen (violin). Refreshments will be served immediately following the performance.





About the OMS

Vision, Mission, Goals

Our vision is to bring vitality to the creative life of local communities and to be an essential contributor to civic activities by becoming the premier regional performing arts organization of both classical and popular styles of music.

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The Oquirrh Mountains Story

The Oquirrh Mountains (pronounced "ochre") is a mountain range that runs north-south for approximately 30 miles (50 km) to form the west side of Utah's Salt Lake Valley, separating it from Tooele Valley.

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Fast Facts

  • Founded in 1999 as the Riverton Metropolitan Orchestra with 20 members.
  • The Tenth Year Anniversary was celebrated with 60 volunteer musicians and 5 volunteer staff from Salt Lake, Utah, and Davis counties.
  • The Oquirrh Mountain Symphony is establishing itself as a cultural presence significant to the region…

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Board of Directors

Meet the Board of Directors:

  • Cori Nayar - President
  • Donna Melander - Secretary
  • Brad Shepherd - Treasurer
  • Carlos Cardon – Board Member at Large
  • Lisa Hammond – Board Member at Large
  • Lora Poulson – Board Member at Large
  • LeAnn Hord – Ex-Officio Board Member
  • Benjamin K. Winkler – Ex-Officio Board Member

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History

The Oquirrh Mountain Symphony (OMS) is an ensemble of musical excellence and versatility. Founded in December 1999 as the Riverton Metropolitan Orchestra (RMO), the Oquirrh Mountain Symphony is comprised of 60 volunteer musicians from Salt Lake, Utah, and Davis counties. Maestro Benjamin K. Winkler, a professional with 30+ years of experience is the musical director and conductor.

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