Symphony Season Begins with Special Concert
Symphony officials tell First Coast News Reporter Monica Landeros they hope to hit a high note this year because ticket sales are increasing.
Peter Wright, on Principal Clarinet, said he has been playing for 35 years with the Jacksonville Symphony. He has seen a lot of change, and says it "has all been for the better."
"This orchestra is not only going to survive but thrive," said Stacy Ridenour, Executive Director of the Jacksonville Symphony.
Ridenour said the economic slump has hit the music hall too, but said they are doing all they can to fill empty seats.
"We have kept our prices the same and some cases even tried to do some special discounted prices. We want to keep in accessible," said Ridenour.
While the symphony has it's strong supports, Wright can tell from his stage view that more support is needed.
"When we see empty seats it is disheartening but at least there are people there," said Wright.
Ridenour said there have been a couple of years of good profits. She hopes that means challenging financial years are behind them.
"Symphonic music is uplifting the soul and I think in times like these people need a lot of food for the soul," said Ridenour.
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