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07/13/2021
Summer Gala Concert 2021
We kicked off the summer season with a beautiful outdoor concert gala at Stonington Vineyards and we couldn’t imagine it being any better! Music Director & Conductor, Toshiyuki Shimada led 40 ECSO musicians in works by several composers including Leonard Bernstein, John Williams, and Edward Elgar. Local favorite and renowned soprano, Sarah Yanovitch Vitale, swooned the crowd with her amazing voice on select pieces…
05/28/2021
Press Release – ECSO summer concert Gala & silent auction – 5.27.21
Working with Miranda Creative for branding and website development, the ECSO announces the roll-out of its new website. Additionally, Critical Signs updated the office signage with the new branding.
03/25/2021
Press Release – New website and signs – 3.24.21
Working with Miranda Creative for branding and website development, the ECSO announces the roll-out of its new website. Additionally, Critical Signs updated the office signage with the new branding.
03/18/2021
Dining Passport Update
The ECSO 2020 Dining Passports are valid until December 31, 2021. If you purchased a Passport during the 19-20 season, you still have a chance to redeem at participating restaurants. Download the Dining Passport insert to see which restaurants have extended this offer. If you would like to purchase a Passport, there is still time! […]
03/12/2021
A year ago today…
A year ago today, we were preparing for our concert with Grammy Award winning guitarist, Jason Vieaux, when the state of Connecticut and the Governor declared a state of emergency and barred gatherings of 250 people or more.
02/11/2021
Prelude Issue #2
The official newsletter of the ECSO. This issue includes:
A Musical Conversation: Toshiyuki Shimada and Catherine Marrion
Website Overhaul & State Grants
Musicians of the Orchestra: Kuljit Rehncy
Board Member Highlight: Michael Pernal
A Message from Caleb
10/20/2020
Prelude Issue #1
The official newsletter of the ECSO. This issue includes:
A Message from Toshiyuki Shimada
Update on Music in the Homes
Musicians of the Orchestra: Kelli O’Connor
Board Member Highlight: Catherine Marrion and Alice Soscia
09/03/2020
Press Release – ECSO Soundscape announcement – 9.3.20
As a result of the current health crisis, the ECSO announces small ensemble performances in various locations in the near future through the program titled “Soundscape”. This will encompass non-traditional offerings that give patrons access to our musicians and orchestral music in a safe environment. Upcoming events are listed below, and seats will be available on a first-come, first-served basis since capacity may be limited due to social distancing measures:
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