NEW LONDON, CT – The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra is pleased to announce the results of its 2026 Annual Instrumental Competition, held on March 7, 2026 at Evans Hall, Connecticut College. After a day of outstanding performances by talented young musicians ages 25 and under, violinist Isabela Diaz was awarded first place for her exceptional performance of Khachaturian’s Violin Concerto in D minor.

NEW LONDON, CT – The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra (ECSO) will present “American Enginuity,” a concert celebrating innovation on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM at the Garde Arts Center in New London.

The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra invites audiences to experience the elegance and grandeur of the Viennese classical tradition with “A Night in Vienna” on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 7:30 PM at the historic Garde Arts Center in New London.

The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Chorus, under the direction of Dr. Daniel McDavitt, joins ECSO musicians, led by Music Director Toshiyuki Shimada, to present a festive evening of Handel’s beloved Messiah on Friday, December 19th at 7:30 PM in Palmer Auditorium at Connecticut College.

Holiday concert celebrates the season with festive classics and special guest vocalist

The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra (ECSO) will launch its highly anticipated 2025-2026 season with “Voyage of Passion: Elgar and Beyond” on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 7:30 PM at the historic Garde Arts Center in New London.

The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra (ECSO) invites audiences to experience an evening of French musical brilliance with “French Fantastique” on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 7:30 PM at the beautiful and historic Garde Arts Center in New London.

The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra (ECSO) is proud to announce the appointment of Connecticut native Caitlin Meyer as its new Executive Director.

The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra (ECSO) Board of Directors is pleased to announce that it has elected Jonathan Nickerson as Board President. Jon was elected at ECSO’s July 8 Annual Meeting. He succeeds Liane Crawford and brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to the arts which will be invaluable as the orchestra continues its mission to inspire, educate, and connect communities through live orchestral music.