CELEBRATING CLASSIC TRADITIONS IN SONG

CHOIR, ORCHESTRA MAKE MERRY MUSIC, SHOWCASE LOCAL TALENT ENVIRONMENT

Professional musician Theresa Britt is the executive director of the Fredericksburg Community Orchestra. She’s performed in several Texas Hill Country bands, as well as the Symphony of the Hills in Kerrville.

Fredericksburg Community Orchestra keeps the tradition of classical music alive locally and the group will offer an array of concerts throughout the season.

The FCO includes many of the region’s top classical musicians. It also offers an excellent opportunity for young musicians to get orchestral experience by performing with FCO at various events.

The mission of the nonprofit orchestra is to promote string education in Fredericksburg and the Hill Country. FCO supports classes for youth, summer string camps and its musicians host clinics, workshops and school tours.

Theresa Britt is executive director and conductor.

VAN DER STUCKEN

The FCO usually hosts the Van Der Stucken Festival, a musical tribute to Frank van der Stucken, a 19th century composer who was born in Fredericksburg before relocating to New York to make his name in the classical music world.

Due to COVID-19, visitors are encouraged to check with the FCO for event updates.

Composer and conductor Frank van der Stucken was born in Fredericksburg in 1858.

The Van Der Stucken Festival was established in 1991 by Friends of Van Der Stucken to increase appreciation for the life and work of Fredericksburg’s native son.

Check the FCO online calendar for more events throughout the year.

Admission to the FCO concerts is by free-will donation.

The FCO always accepts donations from interested arts patrons. Those who wish to donate or to

Fredericksburg Community Orchestra is a nonprofit organization with a focus on promoting string education in Fredericksburg and

the surrounding area. — Standard-Radio Post file photo

perform may visit them online at the address below, email info@fredericksburgorchestra.com or call 806-549-2483.

The orchestra also makes available various ensembles that may be hired for parties, weddings, galas, open houses and other public and private events.

Fredericksburg Community Orchestra – www.fredericksburgorchestra.com or see the group’s social media page.