Lancaster Symphony Orchestra

Thank you to those who participated in our end-of-year donation challenge. We are overwhelmed by your generosity and sharing in our commitment to musical excellence and educational outreach programs. We can't thank you enough for being an integral part of our growth and success.

Our LSO Brass ensemble had a great time rehearsing and recording Brass From The Past at Tellus360. It was the perfect backdrop for such a fun collection of music. We teamed up with Scary Good Productions, who was the master of all things lights and special effects. We could not have done it without your skill for thrill. Thanks to both Tellus360 and Scary Good Productions for helping us make magic!

Brass From The Past is almost here! We had a lot of fun rocking out at Tellus360! Enjoy a little sample, then head over to our website to watch the entire performance FREE on the LSO at Home platform.

Are you ready to rock?!?! Tonight is the LSO Brass From The Past virtual performance beginning at 7:00 PM. Log in to watch by clicking here --> https://lancastersymphony.org/lsoathome/ Crank it up!

One more day until Brass From The Past! You won't want to miss all the music, lights, special effects, and fog all filmed from a favorite downtown Lancaster hangout. Join us starting at 7:00 PM, you may need some shades.

Happy 212th Birthday, Jakob Ludwig Felix Mendelssohn! One of his most famous works is the Wedding March from A Midsummers Night Dream. This beloved piece is shrouded in controversy. Read more about it below.

Join thousands of teachers and homeschool families in Lancaster County and across the globe in participation in Carnegie Hall's Link Up program! It is a free education experience with an exclusive culminating LSO virtual performance in May 2021. This program is taking the place of the LSO Music Discovery Concerts and you must register to view the performance. Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity for your student. Click the link to register today! https://bit.ly/3qcD4yZ

Happy 265th Birthday Mozart! Check out this encore virtual performance of the birthday boy's Marriage of Figaro!

Need some new tunes to brighten your day? Check out this wintertime playlist inspired by the coldest time of year!

Happy Birthday Hector Berlioz!

Warmest wishes and Happy Hanukkah!

As we enter the season of giving, we would like to thank you for letting the Lancaster Symphony Orchestra be a part of your holiday traditions. Our mission is to give the gift of musical inspiration to the thousands of people who enjoy our performances and education offerings every year--a mission we are dedicated to fulfilling every day. Visit https://bit.ly/LSODonation to learn how you can support the Lancaster Symphony Orchestra.

Never-before-heard alternate tracks have been discovered from the Dave Brubeck Quartet’s recording of Time Out. The recordings have been released under the title Time Outtakes and includes favorites like Take Five and Blue Rondo ala Turk. Travel back in time to the bygone era of the 1950’s and take a listen to some amazing music!

We are excited to launch our 5th year of the Play it Forward Program! We will collect donations to purchase necessary instrument accessories outlined on School District of Lancaster music teacher wish lists. The items are distributed to students who may have difficulties obtaining them independently. Play it Forward allows students to continue to participate in their school’s band or orchestra program and reduces out of pocket expenses for teachers! This program is in partnership with Menchey Music Service, Inc. Lancaster who assists shoppers in selecting their donation items. It is our goal to fulfill 100% of the wish lists for the 3rd year in a row. Your support is appreciated! Monetary donations are receivable through the LSO website by clicking the link below. https://lancastersymphony.org/support/donate/

We are thankful for our friends at Trout CPA for being a 2020-2021 Season Sponsor! Their financial support helped make Harmonize Lancaster and the LSO Musicians at Home Videos possible. Trout CPA is a full service certified public accounting firm with offices in Lancaster, Carlisle, and Mechanicsburg, PA. Since 1929, they have provided quality accounting, auditing, tax, and business consulting services to clients in the Central Pennsylvania region. Their firm consists of experts in a variety of financial areas enabling them to assist a diverse group of companies and individuals. They have the expertise to provide complete financial services to individuals, large and small businesses, as well as other agencies and organizations. #ThankfulTuesday

You never know what treasures await when moving into an old building in downtown Lancaster! A collection of priceless photographs and memorabilia from the early years of the Lancaster Symphony Orchestra was recently discovered and donated to Lancaster History. Scott Drackley, Executive Director of Penn Square Music Conservatory, moved his music school to Marshall Avenue and unearthed the collection amidst the dust and boxes. Among the collection were photos taken during Sound Discovery Community Engagement events that benefit the School District of Lancaster and all of Lancaster County. To see our humble beginnings in the photographs and how we've grown is astounding. Click the link below to read the full story. https://bit.ly/3dvCtlR

The Annual Fund, one of the most popular ways to support the Symphony, covers costs that cannot be met by grants and sponsorship revenue aloneeverything from virtual performance opportunities, office rent, and utility bills. Your gift directly impacts many facets of the organization - such as bolstering our education programs for underserved students and investing in the professional musicians who are the heart of the Lancaster Symphony Orchestra. We need you to keep the music playing. Show your support by making your tax-deductible donation today!

Tomorrow is the deadline to register your school or homeschool student to participate in the 2020-2021 Link Up program - The Orchestra Rocks. Check out this video to get a glimpse into a Link Up performance, then register to join in all the fun!

Did you know the LSO is only one of three symphonies in Pennsylvania invited to participate in the Carnegie Hall Link Up program? We are honored to be among 120 symphonies around the globe sharing a flexible and customizable curriculum that has been enhancing music programs for over a decade. Get your school or homeschool student registered today to receive exclusive access to a brilliant collection of worksheets, games, critical thinking exercises, and activities for students in grades 3-5 and homeschool students of all ages. Registration deadline is October 14th. Click the link below to learn more and to complete our online registration form. https://lancastersymphony.org/e/music-discovery-experience/

Mozart's Overture to the Marriage of Figaro, recorded at home by 42 of our LSO musicians. Visit www.lancastersymphony.org to pledge your support for future programs and to hear more music from our incredible musicians.

Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody," recorded at home by LSO musicians. Visit www.lancastersymphony.org to pledge your support for future programs and to hear more music from our incredible musicians.

Stravinsky "The Soldier's Tale", recorded at home by LSO musicians: Luigi Mazzocchi, Violin; Brent Edmondson, Bass; Janine Thomas, Clarinet; Robin Plant, Bassoon; Luis Engelke, Trumpet; David Sciannella, Trombone; Tom Blanchard, Percussion. Visit www.lancastersymphony.org to pledge your support for future programs and to hear more music from our incredible musicians.

Brahms Horn Trio in E-flat Major, recorded at home by LSO musicians: Luigi Mazzocchi, Violin; Ken Bell, French Horn; Bethany Danel Brooks, Piano. Visit www.lancastersymphony.org to pledge your support for future programs and to hear more music from our incredible musicians.

Beethoven Septet Mvt. 6, recorded live by LSO musicians: Luigi Mazzocchi, Violin; Petula Perdikis, Viola; Sara Male, Cello; Brent Edmondson, Bass; Janine Thomas, Clarinet; Robin Plant, Bassoon; and Ken Bell, French Horn. Visit www.lancastersymphony.org to pledge your support for future programs and to hear more music from our incredible musicians.

Beethoven Septet Mvt. 5, recorded live by LSO musicians: Luigi Mazzocchi, Violin; Petula Perdikis, Viola; Sara Male, Cello; Brent Edmondson, Bass; Janine Thomas, Clarinet; Robin Plant, Bassoon; and Ken Bell, French Horn. Visit www.lancastersymphony.org to pledge your support for future programs and to hear more music from our incredible musicians.

Beethoven Septet Mvt. 4, recorded live by LSO musicians: Luigi Mazzocchi, Violin; Petula Perdikis, Viola; Sara Male, Cello; Brent Edmondson, Bass; Janine Thomas, Clarinet; Robin Plant, Bassoon; and Ken Bell, French Horn. Visit www.lancastersymphony.org to pledge your support for future programs and to hear more music from our incredible musicians.