About Us

The Kansas State University Symphony Orchestra is a vibrant community of musicians representing many major fields of study including music performance, music education, engineering, architecture, computer programming, business, foreign language, and many more. All musicians are welcome!

Under the direction of Dr. Rachel Dirks, the orchestra performs exciting and engaging concerts in McCain Auditorium featuring a wide array of literature from contemporary works to classical favorites. For more information about our current season or to view past programs, visit our Concert Schedule page. We look forward to sharing music with you!

KSUSO Leadership Team

Directors:

Dr. Rachel Dirks - Director/Conductor

Hollis Hagenbuch - Graduate Assistant Director/Conductor

Engagement & Outreach:

Bennett Addink - Cello

Internal Community Building:

Kendan Powers - Horn

Recruitment & Retention:

April Teoh - Trumpet

Communications & Marketing:

Kela Schnelle - Bassoon

Library & Programming

Julia Rossillon - Viola

Orchestra Liaison

Regan Lattey - Violin