The Accord Symphony Orchestra

Accord Symphony Orchestra
About Us

A Premier Ensemble in Partnership

Open to professional and talented amateur musicians, the Accord Symphony Orchestra, now in its 9th Season, has presented +100 concerts since its founding in 2017 by Andrew Lee. The orchestra made its Kennedy Center debut in 2019 as part of theREACH opening and returned to present a world premiere in March 2024. Other engagements include performances at The Embassy of Spain, The Chrysalis, theWHARF and more. The orchestra performs 10 concerts each season.

Conductor:

Julien Benichou

Conductor, Accord Symphony Orchestra
Rehearsals: Thursdays (7 pm – 9:30 pm) and Saturdays (2 pm – 5 pm)

Concerts & Events

See upcoming concerts and events from this ensemble!

February 28 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Accord Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition Auditions

February 15 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Accord Symphony Orchestra: Black History Month Concert

December 6 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Accord Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert featuring Handel’s Messiah and Corelli’s Christmas Concerto

September 6 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

WCM 2025–26 Choral & Soloist Auditions

September 1 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Labor Day Concert with Accord Symphony Orchestra at Merriweather Pavilion (Chrysalis Stage)

June 30 @ 8:00 am - August 25 @ 5:00 pm

Assistant Conductor Auditions – Now Accepting Applications

Join us in celebrating 40 Magical Years of Music

Featuring performance from our renowned faculty, staff, and esteemed students.