About the Orchestra
The Orchestra of Northern New York (ONNY) opens its 36th season in September 2023. Its mission is to enrich the quality of life for all people in our region by sharing the power of music to inspire, educate, and entertain. It is the only year-round professional symphony orchestra from Rochester to Burlington and Ottawa to Syracuse.
Music Director & Conductor Michael Colburn
Michael Colburn has served as the Music Director and Conductor for The Orchestra of Northern New York since 2024. He is also the Music Director and Conductor of the Me2 Orchestra in Burlington, VT. Mr. Colburn is the former Director of “The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band, where he spent nine years as a performer and eighteen years as conductor. As leader of its Chamber Orchestra, he conducted musicians primarily in performances at the White House, but also in public venues where the repertoire spanned from the Baroque to the modern era.
ONNY's Musical Talent
It is because of our world-class, professional musicians and soloists that ONNY was proclaimed as "one of the sweetest sounds" by the I♥︎NY campaign. Click below to meet our musical talent!