School of Music

University Symphony Orchestra

Overview

Conductor Tiffany Lu during UF Symphony Orchestra rehearsal. Photo by Jane Kozhnikova
Assistant Conductor Juan Florez conducts the UF Symphony Orchestra’s performance of Berlioz’s Hungarian March from “The Damnation of Faust” October 30, 2024 at the University Auditorium. Photo by Julie Esbjorn
UF Symphony Orchestra September 30, 2024 at University Auditorium with guest artist Steven Thomas, cello, performing Lalo's Cello Concerto in D minor. Photo by Julie Esbjorn
UF Symphony Orchestra performance at University Auditorium October 30, 2024. Photo by Julie Esbjorn
UF Symphony Orchestra rehearsal October, 2023. Photo by Julie Esbjorn
UF Symphony Orchestra rehearsal with conductor Tiffany Lu October, 2022. Photo by Jane Kozhnikova

About the University Symphony Orchestra

The University of Florida Symphony Orchestra is dedicated to the learning of symphonic music through performance. The literature includes established orchestral and choral masterworks, ballets and operas, from the 18th century to the present, by composers of all nations and both genders. In accordance with the research mission of the University of Florida, the Orchestra is also committed to the promotion of new and contemporary as well as noteworthy and overlooked works from the past. With the winning of the ASCAP Foundation Nissim Special Distinction Award in 2013 this objective has been nationally and internationally acknowledged.

The University Orchestra rehearses in the Steinbrenner Band Hall on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 1:55 pm to 3:50 pm (periods 7 and 8). Course number MUN 1210/3213/6215 for lower, upper, and graduate sections, respectively. Auditions are required for all members of the Orchestra.

Dr. Tiffany Lu is director and conductor of the UF Symphony Orchestra.

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