“Playathon is much more than a fundraiser,” said Rebecca Calos, ESYO’s executive director. “It’s a fun all-day event and a chance for ESYO to perform outside the concert hall. It brings us closer to our neighbors, future members, and the entire community. It’s the only performance that features all aspects of the ESYO program.” she continued.
Anne-Marie Gorman Doyle, ESYO’s director of development, is leading the effort and hopes that the community will come out and show their support. “Our young musicians look forward to performing for the community each year at Playathon. It’s something they truly missed over the last two years” said Anne-Marie. “This year, the need to raise $65,000 in support of our young musicians and ESYO’s ongoing efforts to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic is greater than ever,” she continued.
The day also includes live auctions to conduct an ESYO ensemble, including for the first time ever, one of ESYO’s Jazz Orchestras. ESYO’s new music director, Ettienne Abelin will conduct ESYO’s Symphony Orchestra and provide conducting tips and tricks to auction winners.
Additional information about ESYO’s program and concerts can be found at esyo.org.
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
- 11:00 AM – 11:10 AM
- Chamber Percussion Ensemble
- 11:15 AM – 11:30 AM
- Concertino Strings
- 11:35 AM – 12:05 PM
- CHIME
- 12:10 PM – 12:20 PM
- Chamber Percussion Ensemble
- 12:30 PM – 12:55 PM
- String Orchestra & Auction
- 1:05 PM – 1:25 PM
- Wind Orchestra
- 1:35 PM – 2:15 PM
- Symphony Orchestra & Auction
- 2:25 PM – 3:00 PM
- Repertory Orchestra & Auction
- 3:15 PM – 3:35 PM
- Repertory Jazz Ensemble
- 3:40 PM – 4:10 PM
- Youth Jazz Orchestra & Auction
- 4:20 PM – 5:00 PM
- Symphony Orchestra & Auction
Auctions to win conductor’s baton & opportunity to lead an orchestra.
