David Southorn, principal violin & featured soloist

NHSO string musicians

Original Poetry by New Haven poets:
Draya Juanita Wilbur, Aaron Jafferis, Brother Bear & Sun Queen

What to Expect

• A casual, one-hour concert outdoors on the New Haven waterfront
• Audience members of all ages
• A small ensemble of NHSO musicians and guest poets
• New England weather is beautiful but unpredictable. Please dress accordingly and be prepared for a variety of temperatures and precipitation.
• There is not parking specifically designated for this location so please allow yourself ample time to find a place to park. There is street parking surrounding the Boathouse and free overflow parking available in the Sports Haven lot (please avoid the south end of the lot).
• Chairs will be provided.

Health and Safety

Although no event can be risk-free during this pandemic, we are taking every precaution possible to ensure the safety of our audience, musicians, and staff. In order to comply with this goal and regulations set forth by the State of Connecticut, we require the following of ALL attendees at this event:

• Masks must be worn over the nose and mouth at all times.
• Maintain 6 feet of distance from others and adhere to all spacing markers
• If you or any members of your household are currently or recently experiencing any symptoms of Covid-19, you are to stay home.

If you are witness to any violations of these protocols, please notify an NHSO staff member or volunteer. You can also call 211 to leave an anonymous report. For the safety of all, anyone who is not willing or able to comply with these policies will be required to leave the event at the discretion and request of an NHSO staff member.

For questions about the NHSO’s health and safety policies, please email PatronServices@NewHavenSymphony.org.