The records of the MSO (Manchester Symphony Orchestra) show David Koile as being the first conductor (1939-1942) - but this date is incorrect. The Book, "A Century of Faith, Learning and Service," lists Koile as being the director of Orchestra and Band 1929-1930, and this picture is reproduced in the 1930 Aurora.
I believe one can start with list as a foundation for future research:
Past Conductors
W. David Koile 1929-1930
Arlington, Rex 1930-1936
Samuel L. Flueckiger 1936 – 1952-1953
Vernon Stinebaugh - associate conductor (1952-1953) and conductor of Civic Symphony, beginning in 1953 and String Symphony, beginning in 1953.
Jack Harriman 1959-60
Vernon Stinebaugh 1960-1965
Dwight Oltman 1965-67
David C. McCormick 1967-70
James A. Carlson 1970-73
Jack C. Laumer 1973-77
James Baldwin 1977-1979
Robert Jones 1979-2004
Suzanne Gindin 2004-2008
More research is needed to verify these records and dates |