In Harmony: Youth Orchestra of Bucks County

A trumpet ensemble composed of members of the Youth Orchestra of Bucks County's Students-in-Concert program performs at the YOBC annual benefit. Students-in-Concert is YOBC’s tuition-free music program for students in the Morrisville and Bristol Township school districts.

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Stephanie Schwartzberg, left, Joe Hochreiter and Sebastian Grand (rear) attempt to clap simultaneously without verbal or visual cues to demonstrate the need for individual members of an organization to develop a good feel for each other.

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The Youth Orchestra of Bucks County held its “In Harmony” benefit Feb. 25 at Philmont Country Club in Lower Moreland.

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The Straight Ahead Big Band entertains attendees of the The Youth Orchestra of Bucks County's annual benefit on Feb. 25 at Philmont Country Club in Lower Moreland.

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The YOBC’s annual benefit included a silent auction that featured everything from tickets to Flyers, Reading Phillies and Trenton Thunder games and gift cards to local restaurants to a tour of the U.S. Capitol building with Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick.

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YOBC Honor Strings students Ricky Ridpath, left, and Tony Bello perform at the Youth Orchestra’s annual benefit.

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YOBC alumnae Amanda Rearden and Michelle Davis pose for a photograph prior to their performances at the benefit.

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Attendees pose for a photo during the YOBC benefit.

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YOBC alumna Amanda Rearden performs during the YOBC benefit.

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YOBC alumna Michelle Davis performs.

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Terri Grace, a member of the YOBC board of directors, poses with Paul Clough, former board president.

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Posted Thursday, March 9, 2023 5:59 pm

Photos by Sue Ellen Miller

The Youth Orchestra of Bucks County’s annual benefit drew YOBC musicians, supporters and friends to Philmont Country Club on Feb. 25.

Students, parents, alumni, staff, board members, donors and volunteers worked “In Harmony” to make the fundraiser a night to remember and one that provided essential support for its mission.

According to its website — yobc.org — the Youth Orchestra provides about 300 students in grades 4 through 12 with advanced musical training to enhance and supplement what the young people are receiving through their school music programs.

The In Harmony benefit included a cocktail hour that featured a performance by YOBC Honor Strings, dinner, followed by more live music from YOBC alumni, current strings students, and a trumpet ensemble from the youth orchestra’s Students-in-Concert program. Students-in-Concert is YOBC’s tuition-free music program for students in the Morrisville and Bristol Township school districts.

The night also featured music from The Straight Ahead Big Band and a silent auction.

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In Harmony: Youth Orchestra of Bucks County

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