Orchestra
Uniting the Valley Through the Power of Music.
Welcome to the Okanogan Valley Orchestra, a cornerstone of our community’s rich musical heritage. Since our founding in 1984, we have been dedicated to bringing together musicians from across the Okanogan Valley to create beautiful music and unforgettable experiences for our audiences.
Our orchestra is a vibrant ensemble of talented musicians of all ages and backgrounds, united by a shared passion for music. Under the skilled direction of our conductor, we rehearse on Mondays from 6-8pm at the Omak High School band room, from September through March, preparing for three seasonal concerts that capture the essence of each season: Fall, Winter, and Spring. Each concert is a carefully curated blend of classical masterpieces, contemporary compositions, and sometimes even collaborations with local choirs or guest soloists.
At the Okanogan Valley Orchestra, we believe that music has the power to unite, inspire, and uplift. We strive to create performances that resonate deeply with our community, bringing people together through the universal language of music. Our concerts are more than just events; they are celebrations of the talent and dedication that exist within our valley.
We welcome musicians of all skill levels to join our orchestra. Whether you are an experienced performer looking to refine your craft or a budding musician eager to learn, the Okanogan Valley Orchestra provides a supportive environment where you can grow and contribute to the musical landscape of our region. Our rehearsals are not just about perfecting our performance but also about building camaraderie and fostering a sense of community among our members.
If you’re interested in joining the Okanogan Valley Orchestra or would like to learn more about our upcoming performances, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are always eager to welcome new members into our musical family.
Let’s make music together and continue the tradition of excellence that has defined the Okanogan Valley Orchestra for decades.
Orchestral Director
Matt Brown
Mathew Brown is in his 14th year teaching at Manson Secondary School, where he teaches Band grades 6th through High School, Jazz Band, Choir, Guitar, and Piano. He received his BA in Music and Music Education from the University of Washington in 2005. While at UW, he was in the Husky Marching Band for 5 years, 3 as drum major. Also, in the University Wind Ensemble, he played bass clarinet and traveled to China and Japan. He earned his Master’s Degree in Music from the American Band College, Sam Houston State University in 2010. Through his studio, he has taught voice, clarinet, saxophone, and piano. Matt has also been vocal coach for Chelan Valley Players and OVOC for the Spring Musicals and conducted the pit orchestra in 2016 to present.
Mr. Brown is honored to serve as Small Schools Representative with the Washington Music Educators Association. Matt received the 2019 North Central Washington Regional Teacher of the Year Award, representing the amazing teachers in our beautiful region. Matt lives in Chelan with his wife Julie, and children Levi and Lucy.
Matt believes that music has the capacity to relay extreme changes in emotion. Matt says, “Thank you for being a part of the magic!”
Orchestra Performances (Archive)
Our most recent upload/performance will show up first! Our entire playlist is included. If you would like to directly access them on YouTube, you can do so here.
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Mailing Address
PO Box 1636
Omak, WA 98841