The Ridgewood Symphony Orchestra
2008-2009 Concert Season


Click here to see our 2008-2009 Concert Program

The Ridgewood Symphony Orchestra is a regional, all volunteer, intergenerational, orchestra located in Ridgewood, New Jersey. Supported by the surrounding communities and friends in  neighboring areas the orchestra serves the northern New  Jersey region with many musical and educational activities. This includes the outstanding Festival Strings Youth  Orchestra which provides a unique opportunity for young string players to benefit the experience of playing in an orchestral setting. 

Meet our new Conductor and Artistic Director, Diane Wittry, a musician, conductor, author, and music educator of international renown.

“First and foremost, Diane Wittry is an outstanding musician and conductor...she clearly articulates her ideas, achieves immediate musical results, and possesses impeccable baton technique." - Symphony Magazine (NY)

“Under the baton of Diane Wittry, the Mozart Serenade No. 10 in B-flat was played with very impressive wind ensemble sound and phrasing that nearly made this Mozart fan think he had died and gone to heaven.” - Washinton Post (D.C.)

“Under the baton of music director Diane Wittry, the challenging Ninth (Beethoven) was performed energetically, maintaining the dramatic tension throughout, but without losing the intimacy of the sublime third movement.” - The Morning Call (PA)

To read more about Diane Wittry, click here.

A personal message from Maestro Wittry: "I am very excited about working with the Ridgewood Symphony and sharing inspiring musical performances with all of you. Come join us this season as we explore music from a variety of different countries – Russia, France, Latin America/Spain, and Germany. We feature exceptionally talented young soloists on the verge of major careers as well as renown established artists. Bring the family, bring your friends, and come share with us a wonderful evening of music. You will be glad you did!"
- Diane Wittry, Artistic Director and Conductor


Photo by: Klaus-Peter Steitz Photography, Highland Lakes, NJ Phone: 973-764-1998
Copyright ©2006 Ridgewood Symphony Orchestra, Inc. All rights reserved.
RSO at Ben Franklin Middle School, Ridgewood, NJ, November 2006

Our next concert: Friday, February 27, 2009, at 8:00 PM
Featuring: Gary Graffman, piano


Where: Paramus High School, 99 E. Century Road, Paramus, NJ 07652
(click here for directions)

Click here for more program information


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"Fanfare" - Call for Scores: for 2009-2010 Season

Printable: Announcement Letter and Application Form

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Accessibility: The Ridgewood Symphony Orchestra uses concert venues and accommodations that are accessible to all. If you have special needs, use assisted listening devices or need information on wheel chair accessibility. You may email us or call us at:
201-612-0118.

       
Funding for the Ridgewood Symphony Orchestra has been made available in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, and by generous corporate, foundation and individual contributions.


 
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