• Blue Buzz

    "Blue Buzz"

    May 17 and 18, 2025

    Join the New Conductors Orchestra for Blue Buzz, a musical voyage through the breathtaking British and Nordic countryside. Immerse yourself in sounds both bold and ethereal, with repertoire that reflects themes of loss, transcendence, and joy.

    Ralph Vaughan Williams Overture (from “The Wasps”)
    Jennifer Higdon blue cathedral
    Jean Sibelius Symphony No. 5 in E-flat major, Op. 82

    Conducted by Maurice Cohn, Clancy Ellis, and Mark Powell

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  • Guest Conductor Alicia Lieu

    "New Composers, New Conductors: 2025"

    Explore the highlights from “New Composers, New Conductors: 2025,” performed on February 22 and 23, 2025 — featuring guest conductors Audrey J. Edelstein, Alicia Lieu, and Jonathan Weber.

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  • An Orchestra Unlike Any Other

    Learn about the New Conductors Orchestra’s mission: nurturing the future of classical music through collaboration with emerging conductors, composers, and musicians from diverse backgrounds.

    About Us
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View fullsize 🖼️ PHOTO GALLERY OUT NOW: Our concerts on February 22 & 23 were a celebration of the new generation of classical artistry. The official photo gallery is now live on our website. Head over to the link in bio to take a look. A huge thank you to o
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View fullsize ✨️ #TBT to "Orchestral Gems," our opening concert series in the 2024-2025 season. These still images capture the magic of our incredible musicians in action — the true backbone of every concert experience. From the first note to the f
View fullsize 🌟 Meet Audrey J. Edelstein (@audreytheconductor): The final spotlight in our series of guest conductors. Known for the sensitivity, power, and connection she brings to the podium, Audrey will lead our orchestra in Joel Toews’ "Ra’ah
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The New Conductors Orchestra's concerts are made possible in part by public funds from The New York State Council on the Arts, with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature, and by private funds from generous individuals.