Fall 2025

128 C A R M E L M A G A Z I N E • F A L L 2 0 2 5 both classical and contemporary—for the populations of both the Monterey Peninsula and Salinas. Over the years, many consummate professionals have taken up a baton to lead this esteemed orchestra and have been associ- ated with prestigious musical organizations such as the NewYork Philharmonic, the Vienna Boys Choir and the San Francisco Ballet. The Monterey Symphony will celebrate its 80th anniversary over the 2025/2026 season under the guidance of Music Director Jayce Ogren. “We are really lucky to have the support of this wonderful community,” Reilly says. “As one of the largest arts organizations in Monterey County, we feel we have a respon- The Monterey Symphony is comprised of 75 tenured musicians with an incredible array of talent and, because orchestral musi- cians rarely play with just one organization, the resumes of these musicians include experience in symphonies all over the world.