The orchestra has also presented world-premieres of works by composers including Emily Doolittle, John McKinnon, Leandro Espinosa, Margaret Mayer, and the film-composer Christopher Thomas.
Playing for Keeps[2] is a unique and comprehensive music education project, which was initiated in 2001 by the Oregon East Symphony board of directors.
During the tenure of Kenneth Woods, the choir has been directed by Woods and a number of guest conductors and chorus masters, including Cyril Myers, Randal Thomas, Cheryl Carlson, Michael Frasier, and William Mayclin.
Chorale highlights of recent years include performances of Dvorak's Stabat Mater, Mahler's Symphony No.
The chorale also performs on the annual holiday concerts, where it often focuses on light, seasonal repertoire under the direction of the chorus master.