February 26, 2026

WCU's Wells School of Music Presents: SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA IRVING H. COHEN MEMORIAL AND CONCERTO WINNERS’ CONCERTSymphony Orchestra

The West Chester University Symphony Orchestra, one of the esteemed ensembles at West Chester University’s Wells School of Music, presents the Annual Irving H. Cohen Memorial & Concerto Winners’ Concert on Sunday, March 1, at 3 p.m. The concert is staged in the Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre, Swope Music Building and Performing Arts Center, 817 S. High Street, West Chester. The event is FREE and open to the public.

Symphony OrchUnder the direction of Paul Bryan, the concert honors the impact of Irving H. Cohen, WCU Professor of Music from 1969 until his death in 1989. A memorial fund in Cohen’s name benefits current West Chester music students through scholarships and other means of support.

In a unique celebration of musical excellence and under the direction of Maestro Paul Bryan, join the WCU Symphony Orchestra to honor Irving Cohen, and to celebrate the winners of the 2025–26 Concerto Competition chosen by WCUSO members and audiences.