National Symphony Orchestra

National Symphony Orchestra
Banner of the NSO, Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C.
Short nameNSO
Founded1930 (1930)
LocationWashington, D.C., United States
Concert hallJohn F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Music directorGianandrea Noseda
Websitewww.kennedy-center.org/nso

The National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) is an American symphony orchestra based in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1930 by cellist Hans Kindler, its principal performing venue is the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. They were also the official orchestra of the annual National Memorial Day Concert and A Capitol Fourth celebrations. The NSO provides an education program that aims to expose its audiences to classical music. They also provide teaching resources to families and teachers.[1] The NSO's educational programs include scholarships programs and opportunities for musically talented high school students who want to pursue a career in orchestral music.[2]

  1. ^ Schumacher, Lawrence (23 March 2010). "How the National Symphony Orchestra Works". HowStuffWorks. Retrieved 15 February 2023.
  2. ^ Wysocki, Carole (1984). ""The National Symphony Orchestra: An Educational Resource for the Community"". ProQuest. ProQuest 1296332183.

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