BEAUFORT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
"By 2014, the Beaufort Symphony Orchestra had outgrown its former location at USCB Center for the Arts," explained Ed Like, past president of the BSO Board. "At Sea Island Presbyterian Church we can fit our entire orchestra on stage, something we had't been able to do for a while," he said. According to Like, the venue offers a "theater in the round" type of setting with unobstructed views of the stage, providing a more intimate musical experience.
Maestro Frederick Devyatkin, BSO's Musical Director and Conductor, was equally enthusiastic about the setting.
"The location offers an acoustical design and a bright and airy interior that will enhance our audiences'
enjoyment of each performance. We are very excited about the new, creative possibilities our new home has
provided," said Devyatkin.
The Church has a seating capacity of around 500, and accommodates the hearing impaired as well as providing more seating for those in wheelchairs. Its large main entrance and foyer area lends itself to social gatherings for audience members and performers, and the church's location also provides convenient and ample parking.
The Beaufort Symphony Orchestra will continue "Keeping the Music Live” in the Low Country. The BSO attracts some of the best known classical musicians and soloists in the state, and has provided musical training and performance opportunities for the young talent in the community under Maestro Devyatkin's direction.
Please click here for information about our upcoming season and here for a map to the new location.
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