About the La Mirada Symphony
Bringing Live Orchestral Music to the Community
The La Mirada Symphony is a nonprofit community orchestra that brings live orchestral music to people of all ages. For more than sixty years, the orchestra has served La Mirada by offering high-quality performances in a welcoming setting. Because music should be for everyone, every concert is free to attend.
About Our Community Orchestra
The Symphony began in the early 1960s when local pianist Blanche Nissim wanted to share live classical music with the community. At first, volunteer musicians performed concerts at La Mirada High School. Over time, those early efforts grew into a lasting cultural organization.
Today, the orchestra performs at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts. While the venue has changed, the purpose has remained the same. The Symphony continues to focus on connection, accessibility, and artistic excellence.
To learn more, visit our History page.
Our Mission and Purpose
Our mission is simple. We enrich lives through live orchestral music while removing financial and cultural barriers. As a result, anyone can attend a concert, regardless of background or experience.
By keeping performances free, the orchestra invites new listeners to discover orchestral music in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Free Concerts and Community Impact
Each season, the orchestra presents a series of free public concerts for the community. These events welcome families, students, and longtime music lovers alike. In addition, many audience members attend their first orchestral performance through the Symphony.
Beyond concerts, the orchestra supports arts education and cultural engagement across Southern California. In this way, live music becomes a shared experience rather than a distant tradition.
You can explore upcoming performances on our Concerts & Events page.
Our Impact
The Symphony plays an important role in Southern California’s cultural landscape by supporting professional musicians, strengthening arts education, and fostering a sense of shared community through live performance. For many audience members, a La Mirada Symphony concert is their first experience hearing an orchestra live — and often the beginning of a lasting connection to classical music.
Support the Orchestra
The La Mirada Symphony operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donors, sponsors, volunteers, and community partners make our work possible. Their support helps pay musicians, produce concerts, and keep all performances free.
If you would like to help sustain live orchestral music in La Mirada, please visit our Support page to learn more.
Be Part of the Symphony
Whether you attend a concert, volunteer your time, or make a donation, you play an important role in our future. Together, we ensure that live orchestral music remains accessible, vibrant, and deeply connected to the community.
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OUR VISION
The La Mirada Symphony maintains its policy of offering free quality concerts to the residents of Southern California.
The La Mirada Symphony is a California 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization. Your donation today is tax deductible. Our Federal ID number is #94-3223735. Thank you for supporting the performing arts.
Our Mailing Address
The La Mirada Symphony Association
P.O. Box 117
La Mirada, CA 90637-0117
Email: lamiradasymphony@aol.com
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