About Us


Mission College Symphony
Music 48 A, B, C, D

Mission College Symphony is 'Santa Clara's' Orchestra, and a community gathering place for musicians of varying age and skill level throughout the Bay Area. Formed in January of 2007 by Joseph Ordaz, the Mission College Symphony will celebrate its fith concert in fall of 2011. The orchestra gives Northern California residents numerous opportunities to work with one another in small ensembles, and chamber groups and offers its members various venues to perform in.



Rehearsals for the Springl 2012 semester begin on January 28, 2012. But you can join at any time. Rehearsals are held on Saturday mornings from 9:30 AM - 12:15 PM in Room MT-13. For map, click here. For a class syllabus, click here, and scroll to Music 48.

Go to the the Mission College website for information on enrolling in the class. Be sure to click on MyWebServices and follow the instructions to find class sections.

Music 48 (Symphony Orchestra) is a 1 unit class and enrollment fees are minimal.

A short audition is required for all new members. An orchestral excerpt and short solo piece are recommended and possible sight reading. If you have any questions about repertoire and to schedule an audition time, contact Joseph Ordaz at 408-855-5276 or email Joesph Ordaz