Randy Stokes - Composer
Randy Stokes has been Principal Trombonist with the Dakota Valley Symphony for over thirty years, and also serves as Composer in Residence. In that time he has composed a number of works for the orchestra, including Dakotah for chorus and orchestra, commissioned by the city of Burnsville Minnesota as part of their year 2000 celebration, A Child Is Born for chorus, orchestra, and soloists, and the orchestral suite Wings. More recent works include And the Merry Love to Dance, Song of the Lakes, and A Rowdy Good Time for the Dakota Valley Symphony's 30th Anniversary Celebration.
Randy lives in Eagan, MN with his fiancée Diana. They love to travel, ride roller coasters, and spend time with his granddaughter.
Who we are
Our Mission: To Create and Share a Beautiful Musical Experience.
The DVS is a non-profit volunteer arts organization that has served orchestral and choral performances to Minnesota's Dakota county since 1986.
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The Dakota Valley Symphony and Chorus is primarily funded by grants, business sponsorships, fundraisers, and ticket sales, but additional support is always welcome. Click HERE for more ways to support your symphony.
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Contact
For information regarding becoming a member of the orchestra please contact our Orchestra Personnel Manager
For information regarding becoming a member of the chorus please contact our Choral Personnel Manager
All other inquiries please contact our Operations Team
To contact the DVSC by mail please use the following address:
DVSC
P.O. Box 1241
Burnsville, MN 55337