The Annapolis Symphony Orchestra (ASO) is based out of Annapolis, Maryland, and has been in operation since 1962. Its founders included Kenneth W. Page, a well respected civil leader in the Annapolis area during the 1960s. The ASO has hosted guests like Cuban violinist Guillermo Perch and Charlie Byrd; the Annapolis Orchestra inspired composer David Ott to create the Annapolis Overture, which debuted in 1993. Motto: Vixi Liber Et Moriar (I have lived, and I shall die, free) Nickname: Americas Sailing Capital , Naptown, San Diego East, Dogtown Map Political Statistics Founded 1649 Incorporated 1708 County Anne Arundel County Mayor Ellen O. Moyer (Dem) Geographic Statistics Area  - Total  - Land  - Water 19. ... 1962 (MCMLXII) was a common year starting on Monday (the link is to a full 1962 calendar). ... Charles L. Byrd (September 16, 1925 - November 30, 1999), better known as Charlie Byrd, was a famous jazz guitarist, born in Suffolk, Virginia. ... 1993 (MCMXCIII) was a common year starting on Friday of the Gregorian calendar and marked the Beginning of the International Decade to Combat Racism and Racial Discrimination (1993-2003). ...

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• History. Annapolis Symphony Orchestra. URL accessed on September 18, 2005.