GPYO Presents a Free Concert April 13th

The Greeley Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (GPYO) is thrilled to announce its free concert on April 13th! While the GPYO performed with a small ensemble at the United Way Children's Festival, this is the first stage performance of a GPO youth chamber ensemble in more than 50 years! The GPYO will showcase the remarkable abilities of young musicians from across the region under the baton of esteemed music educator Doran Azari. 

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Interview with Julie Giroux

Julie Giroux is best known as a composer for modern Wind Ensemble and Symphonic band music. Her 100+ television, film & video game credits date back to 1984 and continue to this day. Her music has been represented on hundreds of CDs and is played by concert bands the world over. Projects she has worked on have been nominated for Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Golden Globe awards. She has won individual Emmy Awards in the field of “Outstanding Individual Achievement in Music Direction.” When she won her first Emmy Award, she was the first woman and the youngest person to ever win that award. She has won it three times.

On February 3rd, 2024, the Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra will premiere the symphonic orchestration of Giroux’s 6th symphony: The Blue Marble, complete with video, audio enhancement, and even scents. In celebration, the GPO conducted a brief interview.

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GPO Presents Our Blue Marble

The Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra is thrilled to announce Our Blue Marble. Experience the Greeley Philharmonic in a way you never have before! The sights, sounds, and scents of this immersive 4D performance will deepen your connection to our planet. This spectacle will feature works by Dvořák, Strauss, Hindemith, and a world premiere of the symphonic orchestration of The Blue Marble Symphony by Julie Giroux. Together, reminisce on the love we hold for our blue marble.

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2023 Festival of Trees

Kicking off the Friday after Thanksgiving, Festival of Trees welcomes the community to a winter wonderland of beautifully decorated trees and family fun in the lobbies of the Union Colony Civic Center.

Visitors can tour the trees during public hours, enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride, look through a wide range of gifts in the silent auction, or attend one of the festival's signature events.

Don’t miss a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus! All proceeds made during this event will support the Union Colony Civic Center and the Greeley Philharmonic Guild.

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Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra Unveils Exclusive Season Tickets for the 2023-2024 Concert Series

The anticipation builds as the Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra (GPO) proudly announces the launch of its highly awaited Season Tickets for the 2023-2024 concert series. As one of Northern Colorado's premier cultural institutions, the GPO promises an extraordinary season filled with captivating performances, exceptional musicianship, and an unforgettable musical journey. Don't miss this chance to secure your seat for an unforgettable season of artistic brilliance, emotion, and inspiration.

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GPO Names 2nd Magic Baton Melody Contest Winner

Alex Sewell, a sophomore violinist from Greeley West High School won the GPO Magic Baton Melody Contest with her melody "Fleurs dans les nuages (Flowers in the Clouds)” which was written during and after a composition workshop with Fixmer. The composition has been orchestrated by Fixmer and will be premiered at the GPO’s final concert of the season, Sounds of Cinema.

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The GPO Announces Search for Executive Director

The Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra (GPO) is seeking a motivated and passionate Executive Director who will lead and inspire the organization, ensure sustainability, and promote growth.

Annual salary range $82,300 – $97,300. Health, Dental, and Vision benefits are offered. Moving expenses will not be reimbursed by the Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra. Position is not eligible for remote work. Job posting closes end of day April 30, 2023.   

To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and five professional references to:

GPO Search Committee at info@greeleyphil.org All emailed materials must be sent as a PDF.

  Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra, ATTN: Executive Director Search Committee, PO Box 1535, Greeley, CO 80632.

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Auditions Announced for Violin and Percussion Positions

The Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra announces auditions for the 2023 - 2024 season in the following positions:

  • Principal Percussion

  • Concertmaster

  • Associate Concertmaster/2nd chair

  • Assistant Concertmaster/3rd chair

  • Principal 2nd

  • Associate Principal 2nd/2nd chair

  • Assistant Principal 2nd/3rd chair

  • Section Violin

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