History
It was founded in Woodstock in 1934. It was invited to perform at the New York World's Fair, in 1939.
The summer Vermont Mozart Festival started in 1973 and was presented every year through 2010. VSO was a featured performer in the festival,
It performed in each of the state's 251 cities and towns between 1984 and 1986.
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