Walla Walla Symphony’s first performance held at the Keylor Grand Theatre
In its 112th year in 2019, the Walla Walla Symphony is known as the oldest continuously operating orchestra west of the Mississippi River. The first performance was held at the Keylor Grand Theatre on December 12, 1907 with a small, 29-piece orchestra—7 women and 22 men. The concert opened with Mozart’s Magic Flute overture.