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The New Leadership Board was formed by the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra to assist in education programming and audience development. The purposes of the NLB are:
- Develop new audiences for the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and create opportunities for continued engagement with existing audiences.
- Act as an advocate of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra.
- Support the goals of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra.
- Cultivate members of the NLB as committed and educated patrons of orchestra music.
Membership Requirements
- Annual membership fee: $50.00
- Hold a subscription to a Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra series of any type.
- Contribute yearly to the Pittsburgh Symphony’s Annual Fund.
- Attend all NLB meetings unless excused in advance.
- Serve on at least one NLB or PSO committee, either ad hoc or standing.
Check here for a printable application (Requires Adobe Acrobat)
Below are some examples of programs originated by the NLB.
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Fiddlesticks
Fiddlesticks is a three-concert series, designed to introduce children, ages 4-10, to the world of classical music. Kids can touch and play instruments, meet PSO musicians and more – all before a lively entertaining 45-minute concert. NLB members work in conjunction with PSO Education and Community Engagement staff members.
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Side-by-Side Concerts
Side-by-Side is an opportunity for area music students in grades 9-12 to have the once-in-a-lifetime experience of playing side-by-side with their PSO counterparts. Applications for Side-by-Side players are mailed to high school music teachers in the fall and the concert is held in the spring.
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Unlocking the Classics
Unlocking the Classics offers a series of free adult education lectures. A PSO spokesman leads musically illustrated discussions related to one of the PSO’s upcoming concerts. PSO musicians join the spokesperson to discuss and demonstrate a specific composer’s music.
For more information about the PSO’s New Leadership Board contact Michael E. Bielski at 412-392-4865.
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