Peabody Orchestra
| Company type | Orchestra |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1866 |
| Defunct | 1896 |
| Headquarters | Baltimore , United States |
Key people | Lucien Southard, Asger Hamerik, James Monroe Deems |
| Products | Symphony performances |
Established in 1866, the Peabody Orchestra holds the distinction of being Baltimore's inaugural professional symphony ensemble. Operating out of the Peabody Conservatory, its direction featured prominent individuals including Lucien Southard, Asger Hamerik, and James Monroe Deems. The orchestra was instrumental in debuting important compositions by American composers and played a key role in presenting various European works to audiences in the United States, notably those originating from Hamerik's native Denmark. Among its distinguished performers were flautist Sidney Lanier and pianist Harold Randolph. The orchestra concluded its activities in 1896.