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Call for Scores 3 | Finalists

Call for Scores 3 | Finalists

...and then there were fifteen...  After thorough consideration, our thirty nominees have been narrowed down to just fifteen finalists!

    Light City Tracks 4

    Light City Tracks 4

    Today, we release the last of our Light City tracks! In this first track, we highlight our featured composer, Joel Puckett. While Symphony Number One focuses heavily on emerging composers just entering into their careers, we also have a deep love for modern masters like Puckett, Boulez, and Adams. Soloist Nicholas Bentz performs a new version of Joel Puckett's "Mint Julep," the finale from his violin concerto, Southern Comforts.

    Call for Scores 3 | Nominees

    Call for Scores 3 | Nominees

    We're excited to present our Call for Scores 3 Nominees! These 30 fantastic composers with their stunning scores now advance to round 2 where they will be evaluated by a different panel. Congratulations! The nominees, in no particular order, are:

    Lander Named Executive Director

    Lander Named Executive Director

    The journey continues! Symphony Number One names Melissa Lander as its next Executive Director. Read about this rising star!

    Light City Tracks 3

    Light City Tracks 3

    Light City was an innovative way to bring arts, technology and people together, and we had a blast sharing such spunky, imaginative, beautiful music to the public. 

    We here at Symphony Number One are thrilled to bring a fresh variety of musical flavors to your plate, and we're buzzing with excitement

    Wise Words on Moving Forward

    Wise Words on Moving Forward

    Founding a start-up organization can be a monumental task, but Music Director Jordan Randall Smith shares some inspiring insights on his journey to Symphony Number One's creation, after sitting down with John Lim on the podcast Be Moving Forward. Have a listen!

    Light City Tracks 2

    Light City Tracks 2

    Two months ago, we were given the privilege to perform in Baltimore's inaugural Light City festival. Being on that colorful stage by the water made us feel like rock stars! Though time has flown by, we're still wading in the energetic wake of that performance. 

    Light City Tracks

    Light City Tracks

    Our challenge grant was completed! That's 100 donations for an extra $1000. As a thank you for your your generosity, here are three complete tracks from our recent performance at Light City. 

    Symphony Number One is Baltimore's Newes Chamber Orchestra, devoted to substantial works by emerging composers.