Salem Philharmonia Orchestra

The Salem Philharmonia Orchestra provides an opportunity for musicians and audiences in Salem, Oregon and the surrounding communities to participate in affordable performances of high quality symphonic literature. The objectives of the Salem Philharmonia Orchestra are simple: to make live symphonic music easily accessible to the community at a low cost and to give community members an opportunity to play in a symphony orchestra. Our History The Salem Philharmonia orchestra, an all-volunteer, community symphony orchestra, owes its existence to the inspiration and leadership of its founding Artistic Director, Dr. Sean Paul Mills. The first rehearsal, on February 7, 2012, was the culmination of three years of planning by Dr. Sean Paul Mills, Artistic Director, and Terry Rohse, Artistic Adviser. The Salem Philharmonia Orchestra currently produces a series of 5 concert sets per year for the benefit of members of our community. Previously, the orchestra performed for several years at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, and starting in 2021 we’ll perform at East Salem Community Center.