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November 12, 2025 WSO World Premiere and Sonic Birds in Flight WINDSOR, ON – This weekend, the Windsor Symphony Orchestra’s Tepperman Masterworks series continues with Whimsical Concerto of Fanciful Birds. Canadian composer Vincent Ho blends classical music with bird-inspired sounds. Featuring saxophonist Timothy McAllister and the University of Michigan School of Music Students along with the WSO, will paint a sonic picture of birds in...
October 29, 2025 Education Concerts in Schools WINDSOR, ON The Windsor Symphony Orchestra (WSO) continues Education Concerts in schools this week, in partnerships with the Greater Essex County District School Board and the Windsor Essex Catholic District School Board. The WSO will perform at schools in and around Windsor Essex County under the helm of Resident Conductor Geoffrey Larson. Education...
October 24, 2025 WSO Annual General Meeting Why Do We Need an Orchestra in Windsor Windsor, ON – The Windsor Symphony Orchestra (WSO) holds its Annual General Meeting (AGM) Monday for WSO patrons, supporters, and the public to learn about the orchestra’s accomplishments over the past year and its vision for the future. The meeting features a keynote...
October 21, 2025 WIFF, WSO, and AWE Partner With WECC Announce Special Panel Event ArtWorks: Where Culture Meets Commerce, examining the role of arts investment in driving economic and social outcomes WINDSOR, Ont. — Three major local arts organizations — Windsor International Film Festival (WIFF), Windsor Symphony Orchestra (WSO), and Art Windsor Essex (AWE) —...
October 15, 2025 WSO Goes Intergalactic WINDSOR, ON – The Windsor Symphony Orchestra’s Toldo Pops series launches with a galactic opening weekend with the Music of Star Wars. The WSO brings this cinematic magic to life in a fun, interactive “Name That Tune”-style concert, where audiences can test their Jedi-like musical instincts. John Williams’ music is iconic, instantly...
September 17, 2025 Opening Weekend at the WSO The Windsor Symphony Orchestra’s (WSO) opening weekend nears and plans continue to ensure Maestro Robert Franz’s musical vision is realized. Franz passed away on September 2 after a battle with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. “Robert created this entire season of music,” says WSO Board Chair, Deborah Severs. “This season is his...
September 11, 2025 Celebration to Honour Maestro Robert Franz WINDSOR, ON – A Celebration of Life will be held next month to honour Windsor Symphony Orchestra’s (WSO) beloved Maestro. Robert Franz, WSO Music Director, lost his second battle with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma on September 2. Along with Robert’s husband Brandon and their families, the WSO and Windsor...
September 8, 2025 Special Guests Join WSO to Continue Franz’s Vision WINDSOR, ON – As the community mourns the loss of Windsor Symphony Orchestra (WSO) Maestro Robert Franz, special guests have stepped-up to ensure Franz’s musical vision is realized. Franz passed away on September 2 after a battle with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. “Robert created this entire season...
September 3, 2025 Maestro Robert FranzMarch 10, 1968 — September 2, 2025 The Windsor Symphony Orchestra and Windsor-Essex community has lost a talented, vibrant leader of the local arts community. Robert Franz, Music Director of the Windsor Symphony Orchestra (WSO), lost his second battle with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma on September 2. “Robert brought his incredible joy...
July 15, 2025 WSO Announces Music for Health and Summer Concerts Support from Caesars Windsor Cares WSO announces a donation from Caesars Windsor Cares in support of the Music for Health program and the Summer Concert Series. The program provides musical performances for residents and workers in care facilities, retirement homes, and social service agencies...
