Who We Are
The Southern California Philharmonic is a volunteer community-based symphony orchestra rooted in Orange County, CA. Our members come from all walks of life, united by a shared passion for music. By day, we come from all occupations; by night, we come together to create music for our community. Our ensemble spans generations, with students as young as 13 performing alongside lifelong musicians in their 90s. Together, we embrace all that enriches our orchestra and allows us to share the joy of music.
Our Mission
The mission of the Southern California Philharmonic is to promote a culturally rich and connected community by staging live performances of orchestral masterworks for the public and by advancing educational opportunities for future generations of musicians and leaders.
What We Do
The Southern California Philharmonic presents transformative symphonic performances and cultivates musical growth through education and outreach. We welcome musicians and audiences across Orange County and beyond, creating shared musical experiences that inspire, connect, and uplift.
Our Story
The story of the Southern California Philharmonic is one of passion, perseverance, and community. What began in 2003 as a small group of avocational musicians in Yorba Linda has grown into a vibrant symphony orchestra serving audiences across Orange County and beyond. Along the way, we’ve changed names, expanded our reach, and remained devoted to our guiding mission.
Today, under the baton of Maestro Branden Muresan, SoCalPhil continues to inspire through live performance, youth mentorship, and a commitment to the cultural enrichment of our region.
Our Impact
Inspired by this mission, the Southern California Philharmonic has:
In the 2024–2025 concert season, we:
Looking Ahead
As we prepare for future concert seasons, we’re expanding the reach of our outreach initiatives to serve even more members of our community.
Your support helps us continue to:
- Ensure free and affordable access to symphonic music for all
- Provide hands-on music education and leadership training to the next generation
- Bring joy, connection, and inspiration through live orchestral performance
Will you join us in making symphonic music accessible to all of Southern California?
Help Support the Arts in Orange County.
With your support, the SoCal Phil can continue its vision of preserving musical appreciation and engagement in our community by presenting some of the most talented and driven young artists, soloists and orchestra musicians.
Branden Muresan
A Southern California native and recipient of numerous awards, musical director Branden Muresan leads the Southern California Philharmonic orchestra.
Orchestra
The approximately 60 regular member of the Southern California Philharmonic bring their unique musical talents to a wide range of instruments and compositions.
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors share their knowledge, experiences, and dedication to help guide the SoCal Phil’s vision of bringing the great orchestral works to the community.
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