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Orchestras · added September 14, 2026

OCU Symphony Orchestra

Correction or qualification · high confidence

What the evidence supports

OCU official history says the earlier string class became a full orchestra in 1937; Clarence Burg conducted and appeared as soloist in the inaugural concert before James Neilson took over its development.

Limits and open questions

Distinct from OCU wind band. Do not backdate undated 60-player, 20-appearance or audience totals from the separate wind history.

Confidence detail: high. Evidence notes are not a count of distinct ensembles.

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