ECSO 2025 Gala - The Crystal Ball

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Hosted by the Friends of the Symphony, we are thrilled to welcome everyone back to our annual gala on Friday, April 11, 6pm - 9pm at the Mystic Marriott. The theme for this event is "The Crystal Ball" and as such, we will be honoring the 15th anniversary of our Music Director & Conductor Toshiyuki Shimada!

As part of this special celebration, the James Hunter jazz quartet will perform, along with special ECSO guests, our very own violinist Ariana Straznicky-Packer singing with Broadway performer and Norwich-native, Chris Faison for an evening to remember. In addition to your choice of a delicious 3-course meal, libations, and beautiful music, there will be a silent auction that you will not want to miss! 

In fact, even if you or your organization can't attend the event, you can still register and bid online or donate at any level to support our live performances, educational outreach throughout New London County, and accessible opportunities to hear the orchestra for free. All proceeds at the Annual Gala are to directly support ECSO's mission: "to inspire, educate, and connect our communities through live orchestral music." 

Thank you so much for considering support of this celebratory and impactful event that will let the music resonate further into our region.