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“Music in 3D: Part Three” Concert Preview No. 1

Before each concert, we share “Manny’s Musings,” thoughts from our Music Director and Conductor, Manny Laureano. This is the first of three "Musings" for the "Music in 3D: Part Three" concert that will be performed on April 17, 2016. Capriccio Italien, Op. 45 by Pyotr...

Musicians Musings – April 2016

This month’s Musician’s Musings was written by substitute second violinist and BSO Board Member, Jenna Loeppke. Jenna brings a great deal of enthusiasm and passion to the BSO and we are grateful for the wisdom she is sharing with our audience through this post! 5 Ways...

Musician’s Musings – March 2016

This month's Musician's Musings might better be called "Manager's Musings," since it was written by our General Manager, Sara Tan. We hope you enjoy the chance to learn more about a person who helps the BSO to do what we do - make great music! The Long and Winding...

Support the BSO – Benefit Recital

The Bloomington Symphony is supported in large part by donations from our audience members and playing members. One of the fundraisers we do is a benefit recital presented by our concertmaster, in a private home. This year Michael Sutton will be joined by pianist...

“Play Me a Story” Concert Preview No. 2

Before each concert, we share “Manny’s Musings,” thoughts from our Music Director and Conductor, Manny Laureano. This is the final “Musings”  that will be posted in advance of the BSO’s Play Me a Story concert on February 21. America’s composer, Aaron Copland...

“Play Me a Story” Concert Preview No. 1

Before each concert, we share “Manny’s Musings,” thoughts from our Music Director and Conductor, Manny Laureano. This is the first of two “Musings” that will be posted in advance of the BSO’s Play Me a Story concert on February 21. Hearing a piece in which there is...

Musician’s Musings – February 2016

This month's musings features Brianna Wassink, violinist with the Bloomington Symphony. We are grateful to Brianna for being brave and sharing her story. We hope you enjoy this Musician's Musings! I’ve always been shy.  As I’ve gotten older, I’ve learned ways to...