In Wednesday’s (3/4) Westport Journal (Fairfield County, Connecticut), Dirk Langeveld writes, “Orchestras from southwestern Connecticut, and throughout the state, are inviting audiences to experience the beauty of classical music during Connecticut Orchestra Month. The occasion brings together [29] professional, community, collegiate, and youth orchestras for a month-long series of concerts. During the month, these groups will put on 48 performances in 19 towns. … The purpose of Connecticut Orchestra Month, which began in 2025, is to highlight ‘the vital role that orchestras play in the state’s cultural life and in the arts education of students across the state.’ Performances will present a wide variety of music, including classic masterpieces, new works, and live film scores.” A press release from Connecticut Orchestra Month states: “Connecticut Orchestra Month spotlights the vital role that orchestras in Connecticut play in the state’s cultural life and in the arts education of students across the state. The 29 orchestras which are participating in Connecticut Orchestra Month illustrate the richness of Connecticut’s orchestral resources. Together, they represent: 2,400 musicians performing in orchestras across Connecticut; 282 performances taking place each year, reaching audiences of over 186,000 people; 350 community and educational events engaging 45,000 student participants, including students at 230 schools.”
