50-Year History of the
Prometheus Symphony Orchestra
1965-2015
(by Bonnie Bogue, Member of Prometheus since 1966)
The Prometheus Symphony Orchestra celebrates its 60th Anniversary Season in 2024-25. What began as a temporary undertaking in 1965 has matured into a respected, all-volunteer orchestra that plays a significant role in the cultural scene of Oakland and the East Bay. Here is our story.
Chapter I – First Decade 1965-1975
Chapter II – Second Decade 1975-1985
Chapter III – Third Decade 1985-1995
Chapter IV – Our Fourth Decade 1995-2005
Chapter V – Our Fifth Decade 2005-2015
Coda: The Volunteer Orchestra Challenge
PSO Repertoire from 1965 onward
You can see the works Prometheus Symphony Orchestra has performed in its history HERE