Gig Harbor Peninsula Civic Orchestra

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Bringing Music To Our Community

Music is a language that doesn’t speak in particular words
It speaks in emotions, and if it’s in the bones, it’s in the bones


Keith Richards

Spring Serenade

A Peninsula Spring Concert

Welcome the season of renewal with the Gig Harbor Peninsula Civic Orchestra’s Spring Concert. This vibrant program brings music to life with Saint-Saëns’ playful Carnival of the Animals, Mendelssohn’s evocative Calm Sea and Prosperous Voyage, Strauss Jr.’s lively Voices of Spring Waltzes, and Stearness-Szigeti’s charming Seventh Inning Stretches. Join us at Peninsula High School on Saturday, March 21st, 2026, for an evening of fresh, uplifting orchestral music. Free admission.

Our Mission

Uniting our community through music since 2004

The Gig Harbor Peninsula Civic Orchestra is dedicated to presenting high-quality music, supporting the region’s skilled amateur musicians with opportunities to perform, and fostering enthusiasm for music to enhance the cultural environment of the South Puget Sound.

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Experience live symphonic performances

From classical masterpieces to modern favorites, our concerts bring the joy of music to all ages.

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Whether you’re a seasoned player or returning to your instrument, we welcome local musicians to perform and grow together.

Concerts

Mark your calendar and join us for an evening of inspiring live music in the heart of Gig Harbor.

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Help keep music alive in Gig Harbor. Your donations directly support local musicians, concerts, and music education in our community.

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Events

Join us for an evening of music that brings our community together.

March 21

Spring Concert

Saturday, March 21st, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Peninsula High School. Join us for our Spring Concert!

March 26

Rehearsal

Thursday March 26th, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Peninsula High School.

April 2

Rehearsal

Thursday April 2nd, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Peninsula High School.

April 9

Rehearsal

Thursday April 9th, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Peninsula High School.

April 23

Rehearsal

Thursday April 23rd, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Harbor Ridge Middle School.

April 30

Rehearsal

Thursday April 30th, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Harbor Ridge Middle School.

May 7

Rehearsal

Thursday May 7th, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Harbor Ridge Middle School.

May 14

Rehearsal

Thursday May 14th, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Peninsula High School.

May 21

Rehearsal

Thursday May 21st, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Peninsula High School.

May 28

Rehearsal

Thursday May 28th, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Peninsula High School.

May 29

Dress Rehearsal

Thursday May 14th, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Peninsula High School.

May 30

Concert

Saturday May 30th,, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Peninsula High School.

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We are deeply grateful to our generous patrons whose support allows the Gig Harbor Peninsula Civic Orchestra to thrive. Your donations help us bring live symphonic music to the community, support our talented musicians, and sustain the orchestra for future seasons. Whether through concert basket donations, mailed contributions, or sponsorships, every gift plays a vital role in keeping music alive in Gig Harbor.

Patron support allows the orchestra to:

Purchase or rent sheet music and instruments

Support community outreach and music education programs

Cover rehearsal and performance venue costs

Provide performance opportunities for skilled amateur musicians

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Gallery

Our wonderful musicians in action! From rehearsals to concerts we always have fun!

  • Sheet music on a folder with Gig Harbor Peninsula Civic Orchestra in gold
  • Three people playing clarinet
  • Orchestra practicing in a classroom
  • Close up of an older woman with short blonde hair playing the flute during a concert
  • Close up of an older man playing the clarinet during a concert
  • Two older women playing the cello during a concert
  • Sheet music by Handel with a bow on top
  • A close up of older man playing the string base
  • A man smiling while holding a trumpet
  • An older man playing a trombone
  • The brass section playing at a concert
  • A closeup of a brass instrument
  • An airport themed concert poster
  • A trumpet in front of sheet music
  • Close up of a man playing the trumpet
  • Sheet music titled Ritual Dance of Fire
  • A summer themed concert poster
  • Close up of a wood instrument
  • Close up of a woman playing the violin
  • An older man playing the string bass
  • A close up of a brass instrument
  • A winter themed concert poster
  • A close up of a violin
  • An older woman playing a flute
  • A woman holding a brass instrument
  • A close up of a wind instrument
  • A closeup of piano keys
  • A closeup of a brass instrument
  • A close up of a symbol on a drum
  • Over the shoulder view of a man playing a violin
  • A close up of someone playing a violin
  • A violin next to a candle
  • A group of women practicing string instruments
  • Sheet music in a book
  • A conductor conducting a concert
  • Women playing string instruments at a concert
  • Violins in a case
  • Looking over the shoulder of a violinist at her sheet music
  • An illustration of personified instruments having a picnic

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors manages the business end of the orchestra including schedules, funds, community relationships, and scheduling.

Wendy Rawlings

President and Violin I

Matthew Underwood

Executive Director and Conductor

Gary McCabe

Treasurer and Clarinet

Heather DePree

Board Member and Violin I

Mona Willis

Board Member, Piccolo, and Flute

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Mariah Scholtz

Historian and Violin II

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Jen Cohen

Librarian and Trombone