Michael Zellgert attended University of Wisconsin-Superior where he studied violin performance and conducting, including both choral and orchestral technique with Diane Balko and David Scott. In addition, he received mentoring under Markand Thakar (Peabody Institute of The John Hopkins University) and Yong-Yan Hu (Rostock Philharmonie & Shanghai Broadcast Symphony)
Zellgert has appeared as a soloist with community and university orchestras throughout Minnesota and part of Wisconsin including Gustavus Adolphus College and University of Wisconsin - Superior. He has served as concertmaster of the Itasca Symphony Orchestra, UW-Superior Chamber Orchestra, Heartland Symphony Orchestra, and St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra along with performing as a violinist with the Minnesota Ballet, the Duluth Festival Opera, and the Lyric Opera of the North.
Throughout his career as a violinist, he has performed with small ensembles including the Dynamic String Quartet, Highland Quartet, Saint Benedicta Trio, Pastiche, and Music Saint Croix.
Michael has served as the music director of the Woodland Community Orchestra, Long Prairie Chamber Orchestra, and Crow River Area Youth Orchestra and is a guest and cover conductor with regional orchestras including the St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra, Heartland Symphony Orchestra, Buffalo Community Orchestra, and Willmar Area Symphonic Orchestra. His interest in music education has led him to conduct string sectionals for the College of St. Benedict/St John's University Orchestra, clinics for high school orchestras, and has adjudicated auditions for solo/ensembles and camps including Interlochen Camp for the Arts.
In addition to performing and conducting, Zellgert has held office on orchestra and arts boards throughout Minnesota including the Chamber Music Society of St. Cloud and the Prairie Arts Council. His background has included administrative positions like the Director of Operations & Personnel with the Duluth-Superior Symphony and Computer Systems Manager with the St. Cloud Housing & Redevelopment Authority.
Michael maintains a private studio, a member with the Duluth-Superior Symphony Orchestra, 2nd violin principal with the St Cloud Symphony Orchestra, member of the St Cloud String Quartet, the Islay Trio, and artistic director/founder of the Central Minnesota Youth Orchestra and the Central Minnesota Community Orchestra.
Zellgert has appeared as a soloist with community and university orchestras throughout Minnesota and part of Wisconsin including Gustavus Adolphus College and University of Wisconsin - Superior. He has served as concertmaster of the Itasca Symphony Orchestra, UW-Superior Chamber Orchestra, Heartland Symphony Orchestra, and St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra along with performing as a violinist with the Minnesota Ballet, the Duluth Festival Opera, and the Lyric Opera of the North.
Throughout his career as a violinist, he has performed with small ensembles including the Dynamic String Quartet, Highland Quartet, Saint Benedicta Trio, Pastiche, and Music Saint Croix.
Michael has served as the music director of the Woodland Community Orchestra, Long Prairie Chamber Orchestra, and Crow River Area Youth Orchestra and is a guest and cover conductor with regional orchestras including the St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra, Heartland Symphony Orchestra, Buffalo Community Orchestra, and Willmar Area Symphonic Orchestra. His interest in music education has led him to conduct string sectionals for the College of St. Benedict/St John's University Orchestra, clinics for high school orchestras, and has adjudicated auditions for solo/ensembles and camps including Interlochen Camp for the Arts.
In addition to performing and conducting, Zellgert has held office on orchestra and arts boards throughout Minnesota including the Chamber Music Society of St. Cloud and the Prairie Arts Council. His background has included administrative positions like the Director of Operations & Personnel with the Duluth-Superior Symphony and Computer Systems Manager with the St. Cloud Housing & Redevelopment Authority.
Michael maintains a private studio, a member with the Duluth-Superior Symphony Orchestra, 2nd violin principal with the St Cloud Symphony Orchestra, member of the St Cloud String Quartet, the Islay Trio, and artistic director/founder of the Central Minnesota Youth Orchestra and the Central Minnesota Community Orchestra.
The Central MN Community Orchestra is a regional amateur orchestra for adults who are looking to grow their musical experiences through rehearsals and performances. One purpose is to fill the need of musicians who do not have an orchestra experience that meets their current instrumental skill level.
Auditions are not required to participate in the Central MN Community Orchestra. However, there will be limited placements for Woodwinds, Brass, and Percussion.
To begin, CMCO will be looking for string players. Woodwinds, brass, and percussion may be added sometime in 2020. Spread the Word! Contact us if you or someone you know are interested in participating in fun music with CMCO!
PROGRAM COST
To help with operating costs, a $20 fee per concert will be required with a maximum of $50 per couple. We will have more information by mid September!
INSTRUMENTATION
STRINGS: Violin, Viola, Cello, and Upright Bass
WOODWINDS (Adding Later)
BRASS (Adding Later)
PERCUSSION (Adding Later)
Auditions are not required to participate in the Central MN Community Orchestra. However, there will be limited placements for Woodwinds, Brass, and Percussion.
To begin, CMCO will be looking for string players. Woodwinds, brass, and percussion may be added sometime in 2020. Spread the Word! Contact us if you or someone you know are interested in participating in fun music with CMCO!
PROGRAM COST
To help with operating costs, a $20 fee per concert will be required with a maximum of $50 per couple. We will have more information by mid September!
INSTRUMENTATION
STRINGS: Violin, Viola, Cello, and Upright Bass
WOODWINDS (Adding Later)
BRASS (Adding Later)
PERCUSSION (Adding Later)
BACKGROUND
Meet the Music Director
Email: centminncommorch@gmail.com
Meet the Board or Directors
Tiffany Haugen
President
President
Melissa Prescott
Vice President
Vice President
David Haugen
Secretary
Secretary
For the adult musician looking to broaden their horizons through a community musical experience.
Mark Oleen
Treasurer
Treasurer
Tina Lamberts
Board Member
Board Member
OPEN
Board Member
Board Member
OPEN
Board Member
Board Member
Central MN Community Orchestra
MORE MUSIC OPPORTUNTIES!
If you have a child who is interested in an orchestra setting and is under 18 years of age, it is recommended to participate in the Central Minnesota Youth Orchestra that is geared towards educating youth in an orchestral setting.
In addition, If you are a professional or an advanced performer looking for higher levels of performance, you may want to consider auditioning for the St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra.
If you are needing lessons for your instrument, head over to Unite for Music to start looking for a teacher.
