From the Executive Director

Warm Greetings!

Nancy Sanderson,
Executive Director

We are thrilled to ”raise the curtain” on our 2023-2024 Concert Season–a season that reflects the creative genius of some of the most prolific composers, storytellers, musicians, and performing artists ever to grace our stage! This season also reflects the amazing things that can be accomplished through creative collaboration. We are proud that our “partners in crime” include WVIA, The Ballet Theatre of Scranton, The Choral Society of NEPA, The PA Music Educators District 9, and the music departments of Abington Heights School District, Bloomsburg University, Marywood University, and Wyoming Seminary.

There are many reasons why this season promises to take us to places “Beyond our Imagination,” and here are just a few:

Mélisse Brunet, our Music Director Extraordinaire, will once again, lead our musicians to unprecedented heights.

Rich and varied programming is showcased by the orchestral masterpieces, commissioned works, dynamic soloists, living composers, and entertaining POPS concerts offered this season.

Jazz Meets Classical: NEPA’s most favorite jazz and classical pianist, Ron Stabinsky, will dazzle us with his compelling interpretation of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue.

Young Professional Society: This newly established group welcomes young professionals between the ages of 21–45 who enjoy attending concerts and seek networking opportunities with like-minded young music lovers.

Classical Conversations: Enrich your understanding of the music performed at Masterworks concerts with a free lecture by Maestra Mélisse Brunet and our guest soloists.

To our new and renewing subscribers: I encourage you to create your own concert series. Enjoy the ultimate flexibility of selecting the performances that most interest you. Benefits include substantial savings, the best seats in the house, free ticket exchanges, and complimentary tickets for guests of your choice.

All concerts, with the exception of our Holiday Concert, will begin at 7:30 PM this season. With each concert’s downbeat at 7:30, the power of live music will once again soar into its vital, uplifting role within our community!

The joy of classical music has long been one of the hallmarks of a civilized society. I know of no other vehicle for letting one’s imagination take flight.

Jane E. Oppenheim

I first heard the Philharmonic in 1978, The William Tell Overture was the curtain raiser and I became a subscriber shortly after that. Over the years, the Philharmonic helped me discover new works and provided valuable insights for many favorites. One quality, superb musicianship was a constant through the years and under Maestro Lawrence Loh, the orchestra has never been better!quality, superb music

Pete Chapla

We are so fortunate to have a high quality orchestra serving our region, delighting audiences with classical and pops performances, collaborating with renowned guest artists, and educating school-age children about instruments and music. We are proud to support the Philharmonic through the PNC Pops Series again this year.

PNC

Warm Greetings!

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