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The La Mirada Symphony performing on stage.
The Jewel of La Mirada

Leadership

The La Mirada Symphony is guided by artistic leadership, community leaders, educators, and advocates committed to keeping live orchestral music free, accessible, and meaningful for our region.

Leading the Symphony Forward

Behind every concert is a group of people working to preserve the Symphony’s mission: presenting free live music, supporting young artists, and strengthening the cultural life of La Mirada and surrounding communities.

Artistic Leadership

Alan Mautner, Music Director and Conductor
Music Director

Alan Mautner

Music Director and Conductor

Alan Mautner provides the artistic leadership that shapes the sound, direction, and musical identity of the La Mirada Symphony.

Board of Directors

David Derks, President

David Derks

President

David Derks helps lead the Symphony’s community presence, communications, programming support, and long-term growth strategy.

Elizabeth Caputo, Treasurer and Director of Finance

Elizabeth Caputo

Treasurer / Director of Finance

Elizabeth Caputo supports the financial stewardship that allows the Symphony to continue presenting free concerts to the community.

L. C. Harnsberger, Secretary

L. C. Harnsberger

Secretary

L. C. Harnsberger helps support the board’s organizational work and the ongoing operations that keep the Symphony moving forward.

Joan Cain, Director

Joan Cain

Director

Joan Cain brings community connection and leadership to the Symphony’s mission of serving audiences through live music.

Jodie Mosley, Director

Jodie Mosley

Director

Jodie Mosley supports the Symphony’s visibility, outreach, and connection with the community it serves.

Managers

Laura Limón Scott, Orchestra Manager and Contractor

Laura Limón Scott

Orchestra Manager / Contractor

Laura Limón Scott helps coordinate the musicians and behind-the-scenes details that bring each performance to life.

Dolores Loera, Librarian

Dolores Loera

Librarian

Dolores Loera supports the musical preparation of the orchestra through the careful management and organization of performance materials.

Behind the Music

Great music takes more than musicians.

Our artistic leadership, volunteer board, and managers work behind the scenes to keep professional orchestral music free and accessible to the community.

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