About the Anchorage Symphony Orchestra Hailed as the musical cornerstone of its artistic community, the Anchorage Symphony Orchestra (ASO) has grown and flourished with the Anchorage community and celebrates its landmark 80th Season in 2025/26.  The ASO is one of the state’s leading cultural institutions and arts producers, and has provided the musical foundation for countless other musical endeavors throughout the region. The Orchestra has shared music with hundreds of thousands of people over the decades, including generations of young people. The ASO has been and continues to be a companion to the community in times of celebration and of solace.  In recognition of its leadership role in the community, the ASO was the first recipient