1950's - 1960's

1950

David Blumenthal is appointed conductor, a position he holds until 1955

1955

Chester Moffatt succeeds Blumenthal as conductor of the orchestra

1956

Springfield Symphony Women's Division (now the Springfield Symphony Guild) is organized

1963

Two performances of each concert scheduled to accommodate every growing audiences

1966

Charles Hall appointed conductor to succeed Moffatt

1967

State charter amended to reflect new name:  The Springfield Symphony Association, Inc.