Our artistic director/conductor
Dr. Deirdre McClure (DMA, Peabody Conservatory of Music) brings a dynamic musical spirit and enthusiasm to rehearsals, with an ear to phrasing, rhythm, intonation, and shared interpretation. Before conducting in Maine, McClure was Music Director of the Oakland (CA) Opera Theater, leading productions of contemporary operas by Glass, Stravinsky, Britten, Weill, Anthony Davis, and many others. Dr. McClure is on the Faculty of the University of New England, and conducts the Sea Change Chorale in Portland.
Our Concertmaster
Julia Tranner has been playing in orchestras for over 50 years. In California she played in the California Youth Symphony, the Peninsula Symphony, the Santa Monica Symphony, and Orchestra Santa Monica before moving to Maine.
"Good Musicians, no attitude." Marilyn Clark, violin
We value the skill development through solid programming, as well as the friendships and support fostered by making music together.