Four short chapters detailing the history of the MSO--written in celebration of the orchestra's 75th anniversary--were published in abridged format in the orchestra's programs during the 2000-2001 season.  For anyone interested in a somewhat more extensive history, I have published extended versions of these chapters here.  I welcome your comments and feedback.  You can contact me at: allsenjm@charter.net.  - MA

I.  "A Fine Democratic Effort" -- Sigfrid Prager and the Beginnings of Civic Music in Madison, 1926-1947	II.  A Tale of Two Maestros (Sigfrid Prager and Walter Heermann), 1947-1961
III.  The Johnson Era, 1961-1994	IV.  "The Next Level" -- From Roland Johnson to John DeMain, 1993-2001
Appendix: Works Premiered by the Madison Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, 1927-2004	Appendix: Photos of the Madison Symphony Orchestra and Chorus from the MSO Archives

I have also included a couple of extended versions of feature articles written for the Wisconsin State Journal,

Have Orchestra, Will Travel (Oct. 2004) - Article on the MSO's  concert venues from 1926-2004.

George Gershwin in Madison (Feb. 2002) - Brief article on Gershwin's 1934 visit to Madison.

last update: 12/7/04