[1][2] Based at Memorial Hall in Melrose, Massachusetts, the orchestra has performed in recent years a Fall and Winter classical concert, as well as a Holiday and May Pops.
Several musicians and performers have also played with the orchestra as soloists, including Gary Burton and Boris Goldovsky.
Former President Millie Rich in particular is credited with leading the orchestra through "an incredible period of growth and success."
A fund was started by the Melrose Orchestral Association in order to give financial assistance to a student player that participates in all four performances in a season and plans to study music in college.
Music awards are also given to graduating high school seniors and college students that play throughout the season.