Welcome to the Westmoreland Symphony's New Academy of Music

Offerings for Adults

Welcome to the Westmoreland Symphony Orchestra Education Program for Adults. Though open to people of all ages, the following programs were created to ensure that adults share the life-long learning of enjoyment and fulfillment that classical music brings.

Classical Encounters

This music appreciation mini-course is offered in groups of four class sessions, designed to explore four basic periods of music – Baroque, Classical, Romantic and 20th Century. Emphasis is placed on recognizing the various styles and learning terminologies that improve one’s knowledge and appreciation for what is happening in the music. These sessions are ideal for people who wish to sharpen their listening skills.

The instructor is Morrie Brand, current Executive Director of the Westmoreland Symphony and Academy of Music. He is a former professional musician and composer, and was a college music instructor for more than ten years before becoming an arts manager.

Community Strings

Play your string instrument with others, and explore centuries of great string repertoire. Open to adults (and high school/college students who are not able to participate in our Youth Orchestra due to schedule conflicts), the ensemble meets on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30. The summer semester begins June 17- April 22, 2008. There is no audition. Community Strings is conducted by Morrie Brand.

Private Lessons

Lessons are offered to all string students including violin, viola, cello and flute. Call 724-837-1850 for a list of teachers and available times.

Pre-Concert Lectures

Before each classical music concert of the Westmoreland Symphony a pre-concert lecture will be offered to those attending the concert that evening. These very popular lectures begin at 7:00 and last for approximately one half hour. The sessions are free of charge with the presentation of your concert ticket for the evening's performance.

Night at the Symphony!

The Westmoreland Symphony Orchestra has a special program in which businesses, schools and other large groups can hear the Westmoreland Symphony Orchestra at greatly reduced prices. Call the Symphony Office today to learn about how your group can hear the wonderful sounds of the Westmoreland Symphony Orchestra together as a group at greatly reduced prices!