The Orlando Magic Announce Katie Cassidy as Recipient of the Linda Landman Gonzalez Leadership Grant
March 4, 2025
The Orlando Magic announce Katie Cassidy, director of philanthropy for Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, as recipient of the team’s Linda Landman Gonzalez Leadership Grant. Cassidy will be honored during the halftime of the March 6 Magic vs. Bulls matchup. In its second year, the Linda Landman Gonzalez (LLG) Leadership Grant provides critical resources and support to
17 Questions for SEVENTEEN: An Interview with Ron Ramin and Portia Kamons
November 1, 2024
SEVENTEEN is making its world premiere on November 8, 2024 with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra. The piece itself is an orchestral work with narrative voice and is a creative statement in response to the tragic school shooting at Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL on February 14, 2018. Composer Ron Ramin and Librettist Portia
Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra announces the inaugural “Rockin’ at the Roost” concert in April 2025 featuring the Music of Fleetwood Mac
October 17, 2024
For over 20 years, the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra performed our beloved The Springs concert at The Springs Community in Longwood. This event is a yearly tradition for many and a well-loved part of the OPO Season. Certified Financial Group generously sponsored this event for more than 10 years as the Presenting Sponsor, with Springs Residents
Orchestra Overboard! to set sail in September at the Walt Disney Theater
September 5, 2024
As families all across Central Florida adjust to the new school year, the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra is hard at work to bring them an all-new Young People’s Concert (YPC)! With over 30 performances in 2024, more than 65,000 students from Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Volusia Counties will experience live music, singing, and dancing. Presented by
New Board Members Welcomed for the 2024-2025 Season
September 5, 2024
The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra (OPO) welcomes several new members to the Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 Season. Their commitment to serving on the OPO Board of Directors will have a lasting and positive impact on the Central Florida arts community. We are so fortunate to have these new board members start with us this
Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Board of Directors names Priscilla Azzolini as new Board Chair
July 31, 2024
The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra (OPO) Board of Directors has elected Priscilla Azzolini as its new Board Chair. Azzolini, a dedicated member of the OPO board since 2017, brings a wealth of experience and passion for the arts to her new role. Her term begins immediately. “These are exciting times for the Orlando Philharmonic, and Priscilla
Record-breaking amount raised for the Orlando Philharmonic through the United Arts Collaborative Campaign for the Arts
May 29, 2024
The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra has raised $1,061,252.35 through the 2024 United Arts Collaborative Campaign for the Arts. This is the highest amount the Orlando Philharmonic has ever raised through this campaign. United Arts is the local agency for arts and culture in Central Florida. Each year, the Collaborative Campaign for the Arts unites 38 organizations
Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Musicians and Students unite at Side-by-Side concerts
April 19, 2024
The Side-by-Side program is a keystone of the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra’s Education programming, and this year is bigger and better than ever. The program places professional musicians in schools to lead sectionals, teach fundamentals, and offer customized instruction to the needs of the students. These in-person visits culminate in a public performance with students and
Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra’s 2024-2025 Season Announced
March 29, 2024
The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra (OPO) announces its 2024-2025 Season today, including six concerts on the Classics Series and four concerts on the Pops Series, all to be held in the acoustically perfect Steinmetz Hall at Dr. Phillips Center. The Classics Series will be offered in pairs, including a Saturday evening and a Sunday matinee performance
Orange County Title I Students Receive Free Music Lessons From Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Musicians Through The Music Mentors Program
March 6, 2024
Free virtual music lessons are now available to Orange County Title I students for the third year. Thanks to Title I and ESSER III federal grants obtained by Orange County Public Schools, students in participating schools can sign up for 30-minute virtual lessons with musicians from the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra through the Music Mentors
Q&A with Executive Director Karina Bharne
February 2, 2024
In January we welcomed OPO’s new Executive Director Karina Bharne to Orlando! We are thrilled she is with us and thought it would be a fun to have a little Q&A with her. Q: Welcome, Karina! We are so glad you are in Orlando and you seem to have brought a little cool weather here
Classics 6 Program Change
January 29, 2024
Originally programmed as a performance of Mahler’s 2nd Symphony, due to unforeseen circumstances, the program for the Classics Series concert on May 11 and 12, 2024 has changed. The program for the evening will include: MOZART – Ave Verum Corpus HINDEMITH – Symphonic Metamorphosis of Themes by Carl Maria von Weber MAHLER – Ruckert Lieder
The Springs 2024 Postponement
December 14, 2023
Dear OPO Supporters, As we reflect on the wonderful memories of The Springs concert, we share our heartfelt gratitude on behalf of our board, musicians, and staff for your support of this truly on-of-a kind concert. After careful consideration, due to the transition this year with our Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra leadership and our facility renovation
A Moment of Gratitude
December 7, 2023
During this time of year, it is important to take a moment to reflect on the past year and the moments we are most grateful for. We want to offer gratitude to those who have helped make the music possible since the start of the 23/24 Season. Many generous donors, sponsors, and volunteers make the
Dr. Phillips Charities Presents Free Outdoor Family Concert In Memory Of Della Phillips With The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra
November 6, 2023
Grand Opening Celebration Weekend for Della Phillips Pavillion Dr. Phillips Charities will celebrate the grand opening of the Della Phillips Pavilion in the Packing District, the first outdoor family concert to be held in the space in memory of Della Phillips. This concert will be performed by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra at 5:00 p.m. on
ORLANDO PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA APPOINTS NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
October 19, 2023
“Eric Jacobsen’s international reputation, the artistry and talent of the orchestra, and the dedication of the board and staff affirmed that this is an organization that I want to be a part of. I look forward to partnering with the OPO family to bring the magic of music to the Central Florida community both on
Paul’s Perspective: Etiquette for today’s Orchestra
September 7, 2023
In this month’s musings, I’ll share my thoughts on some of the toughest conundrums facing orchestras: outside, of course, of the financial challenges I’ve explained in the preceding months’ writings. These are some of the hot button topics that orchestra managers are often asked about. This will be my final column under the OPO banner, so I hope
August 2023 Newsletter
August 3, 2023
In my June column, I spoke of the financial reality of orchestras – how ticket sales usually pay less than half of total expenses, and how we depend on the philanthropy of generous donors to make up the difference and keep the music playing. Another point that’s important to make is that most of the
July 2023 Newsletter
July 7, 2023
A few weeks ago, I announced that I will be leaving OPO in September to follow my wife, violinist Jessica Hung, to North Carolina as she begins her new position as Associate Concertmaster of the North Carolina Symphony. The expectation has always been that wives will support their husband’s careers; I think it’s high time that men feel comfortable
OPO Summer Camp 2023
June 27, 2023
On Friday June 9th, 2023, another incredible session of our OPO Summer Camp came to a close. Our amazing campers dedicated two weeks of their precious summer to immerse themselves in education, musicality, and friendship. Take a look! “I’m looking forward to all this new repertoire with the really amazing mentors” – Isabelle, Violin With