Friends of Music was established in 1999 and has been a freestanding non-profit organization since 2015. Our mission is to promote musical excellence in the region by presenting first-rate orchestra and small-ensemble concerts. We also support music education in local schools.
Through all these activities, we seek to:
- share inspiring music in committed performance and lively discussion,
- support local and regional musicians, and
- strengthen the training of current and future musicians.
Above all, Friends of Music is dedicated to live music—a vital human need predating the written word. We believe that experiencing this powerful expression in the communities where we live and work offers benefits to people of all ages, races, and income levels, and improves our lives here immensely.
Our performances center around the Two Rivers Chamber Orchestra, a professional orchestra that we present, manage, and fund. The orchestra performs three concerts yearly. We also present professional small-ensemble concerts.
