Community Outreach Programming
The NSO provides free access to our digital concert series to long term care facilities both public and private and community organizations across Newfoundland and Labrador. This program, which began in fall 2020, was developed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It serves to connect NL communities with the NSO and its virtual musical offerings thus providing much needed enjoyment and comfort during this period of isolation and uncertainty and will continue as part of our regular community outreach programming.
To get involved in this program, recreation coordinators or organizers can contact Jennifer Brennan at jb@nsomusic.ca.
Sensory friendly concerts
This concert series is hosted by the NSO with a specialized atmosphere catering to differently-abled individuals and those with neurodiversity’s. Accommodations and features include; fidget toys, sensory-friendly lighting, flexible seating and space, supportive staff, and freedom to move and leave their seats during a performance. A Place for You to be You!!
Seniors homes visits
The NSO offers a series of short performances at seniors’ homes each season. To get involved in this program, recreation coordinators or organizers can contact Jennifer Brennan at jb@nsomusic.ca.
Partnership with the gathering place
The NSO gives back to the community by collecting donations of seasonal clothing, bedding, toiletries, kitchenware, and other small household items at concerts all season long which are then presented to The Gathering Place. The partnership also provides free concert tickets to clients of The Gathering Place. Click here for more information.
Nl public library and connectpass
The NSO and Newfoundland and Labrador Public Libraries are committed to providing access to life-long learning opportunities. The NSO has partnered with the NL Public Library to present the Books & Music FREE series for community members, storytelling sessions, and other events throughout the season. We introduce and demonstrate various musical instruments that community members can borrow and check out from the Public Library Musical Instrument Lending program.
We have also partnered with cultural and recreational organisations across the province to give NL residents the opportunity to receive free admission to select NSO concerts. NL residents can use the NLPL Connect Pass program to book a pass for free admission to a wide range of museums, art galleries, parks, gardens, recreational facilities, performing arts shows, and sports games. Save money, have fun, and learn more about what Newfoundland and Labrador has to offer. All you need is an NLPL library card. For more information click here.
Partnership with the Institute for Canadian Citizenship
The NSO partners with The Institute for Canadian Citizenship to offer $10 regular season concert tickets to new Canadians through the CANOO app and website. Learn more at https://www.inclusion.ca/program/canoo/
Citizenship ceremonies
Orchestra and Philharmonic Choir (PCNSO) members volunteer to perform ‘O Canada’ and other selections at local Citizenship Ceremonies.