The Wausau Symphony Orchestra was founded in 1941 by a group of community-dedicated women who called themselves the "Tuesday Night Club".  They persuaded Faye Bricken, a violinist from New York, to relocate here to teach music and start an orchestra.  Thus began the Wausau Symphony.

In 1979, the orchestra was separated into two performing instrumental groups, and a chamber chorus was organized.  This was the creation of the Wausau Chamber Orchestra (later known as our Symphony Orchestra) and Wind Ensemble (now our Symphonic Band).  In 1984 a Jazz Ensemble was added to the organization.

WSB provides area musicians the opportunity to practice in an orchestra/professional setting, to study with fellow musicians and to play and perform with world-class conductors and solo artists.

Classical music has always played an important part in the community and culture of Central Wisconsin, dating back to 1898 when violinist Jacob Reuter met with fellow musicians and performed.

(source: 1988 program notes)      (more to come)