We are very fortunate to have one of the world's finest symphony orchestras
within our Local. Founded in 1945, the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony (KWS) is one of the finest
professional symphony orchestras in North America. COMA represents the more
than 50
professional musicians who are members of the KWS.
Nationally praised for its performances, the Kitchener-Waterloo
Symphony is the cultural centerpiece of the Region of Waterloo and serves as a
significant entertainment resource for the Province of Ontario.
Now in its 56th year, the KWS presents more than 90 performances during a 38-week
season for a combined concert audience of more than 90 000. The group is heard
regularly across the nation on CBC Radio. The KWS owes part of its incredible growth and
national profile
to the splendid acoustics of its home, The Centre in The Square.
CBC Records has produced eight recordings of the orchestra. most with acclaimed soloists.
Many of these recordings were made under the direction of Raffi Armenian, who
conducted the KWS for more than 22 years.
To find out more about the KW Symphony, visit the KWS website.
