Support WIO

Community support is vital for Whidbey Island Orchestra. Although our adult musicians pay dues, these provide less than half of our operating expenses. We depend on the voluntary donations we receive for our primary community support.

Mail donations to us at: PO Box 1451, Freeland, WA 98249

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Financials at a Glance

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Whidbey Island Orchestra

Dr. Cynthia Morrow leads Whidbey Island Orchestra at Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, December, 2019

The Whidbey Island Orchestra consists of strings, winds, brass and percussion of all abilities and backgrounds.

To join the orchestra or for more information, please contact our membership administrator at membership@whidbeyislandorchestra.org.

The mission of the Whidbey Island Orchestra is to foster a positive musical experience for its musician members and for our local community. We perform for the love of music and for the opportunity to spread the joy of music to Whidbey Island audiences, be they residents or visitors.

Whidbey Island Orchestra announces the 2025-2026 Young Artist Competition

As part of our support of young artists, Whidbey Island Orchestra is seeking musicians age 8 – 18 to perform as soloists with the Orchestra at Whidbey Island Center for the Arts in May, 2026.

Soloists will be chosen, from video submissions, by Conductor James Hinkley. Applicants must be residents of Whidbey Island, between age 8 and 18 as of February 1, 2026, and either enrolled in a school music program or studying with a private music instructor.

Winners will rehearse at least twice with the orchestra and perform at WICA on May 16 and 17, 2026.

Submissions are due no later than February 1, 2026. More information is available in the Application Form.

Concerts

Fall Concert "Unfinished Business" - Full Orchestra

Friday, October 10, 7 pm, Island Church of Langley

Sunday, October 12, 3 pm, Trinity Lutheran Church

Donations greatly appreciated!

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Christmas Concert "Sure on that Shining Night" - Full Orchestra

Friday, December 12, 7 pm, Island Church of Langley

Sunday, December 14, 3 pm, Trinity Lutheran Church

Donations greatly appreciated!

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Skylark Ensemble "A Taste of Honey"

Saturday, February 14 - Zech Hall at WICA, 7:30 pm

Tickets: wicaonline.org

Whidbey Island Center for the Arts offers various lower-price ticket options. Call the Box Office at 360-221-8268 Tue - Fri from Noon to 5:30 pm!

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Spring Concert "Beethoven and SOBs (Sons of Bach)" - Full Orchestra

Saturday, March 14, 7:30 pm
Whidbey Island Center for the Arts Main Stage

Tickets: wicaonline.org

Whidbey Island Center for the Arts offers various lower-price ticket options. Call the Box Office at 360-221-8268 Tue - Fri from Noon to 5:30 pm!

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May Concert/WICA 30th Anniversary - "Young Artist Showcase" - Full Orchestra

Saturday May 16, 2026, 7:30 pm and Sunday, May 17, 2026, 2 pm

Whidbey Island Center for the Arts Main Stage

Tickets: wicaonline.org

WICA offers various lower-price ticket options. Call the Box Office at 360-221-8268 Tue - Fri from Noon to 5:30 pm!

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Skylark Ensemble

Date and site TBD

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History of the Whidbey Island Orchestra

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