The Milwaukee Mandolin Orchestra is the oldest fretted-instrument orchestra in the United States, continuously performing in Milwaukee since 1900. Featuring mandolins, mandolas, mandocellos, guitar, flute, bass, percussion, and voice, the ensemble presents a distinctive mix of traditional American mandolin orchestra music alongside light classical, Latin, and contemporary selections. Led by Music Director Rene Izquierdo, the orchestra performs throughout Wisconsin and beyond, sharing its rich, century-old musical tradition with audiences of all kinds.
