News

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February 18, 2024

We're Hiring! Join Our Team.

Join our team! The Bellingham Symphony Orchestra is seeking an Operations Manager | Librarian.

December 2, 2023

Yaniv & Bellingham - The Seattle Times

Check out this Seattle Times article about Yaniv and why he loves Bellingham!

December 2, 2023

A Fresh Approach to Classical Music - The Seattle Times

Check out this Seattle Times article about the BSO!

October 30, 2023

BSO Announces New Executive Director

Welcome back to our new Executive Director Gail Ridenour!

September 18, 2023

Make An Anniversary Baton Yours Today!

We're celebrating 10 years with Maestro Yaniv Attar. Don't miss your chance to take home a one-of-a-kind souvenir!

June 30, 2023

Announcing our 22-23 HSCC Winners!

Congratulations to the winners of our 22-23 High School Concerto Competition: Maria Horja, Erin Lin, and Mia Kelly!

June 26, 2023

Now Accepting Volunteer Applications for 2023-24!

Support Your Community Orchestra by donating your time and talent!

June 12, 2023

23-24 Season Subscriptions on Sale Now!

Lock in your seats for our 48th season as we celebrate 10 years with the Maestro!

July 25, 2022

Concert FAQs

Here are some of the questions you've been asking, and some of the answers we've been finding!

June 17, 2022

47th Season, Audition Results, and High School Concerto Competition Winners!

We've been busy! Learn about what's new with the BSO.

November 17, 2021

BSO Announces New Symphony Players

Welcome to our new orchestra members!

October 12, 2021

Health & Safety

Learn more about how the BSO is keeping our community safe while sharing the joy of music!

September 22, 2021

New Concertmaster and Operations Manager & Librarian!

We are pleased to announce two additions to our team: Concertmaster Dawn Posey and Operations Manager & Librarian Rebekah Hood-Sava!

April 25, 2021

Seattle Times Give Big Article

Check out this Seattle Times Give Big article about the BSO!

March 25, 2021

Mission, Vision, & Values

The BSO has a new Mission, Vision, and DEI Statement!

March 22, 2021

AAPI Statement

We are very saddened by recent events, and we want to express our support for our AAPI musicians, composers, and community members. Please join us in standing firm against all racism.

March 17, 2021

Whatcom Arts Project - The First Time I ARTed

The Whatcom Arts Project members share about our first memories in the arts and how it has inspired us.

November 3, 2020

Matching Funds!

Double the power of your gift!

September 19, 2020

A Note of Thanks!

A special thanks from our musicians to our community, supporters, and sponsors.

September 18, 2020

Bellingham Schools Music Partnership

The BSO partners with area schools!

August 25, 2020

We heART commUNITY Fundraiser

Whatcom County arts and culture organizations are teaming up to inspire giving to the arts during COVID closure, with the theme We heART commUNITY.

June 13, 2020

Whatcom Arts Project

From our homes to yours! We are here for our community.

June 13, 2020

Sharing the Gift of Music - 5th Grade Strings

The BSO is proud to support the musical education of the youth of our community.

November 13, 2019

Meet Joanne Donnellan, Founding Member & BSO violinist

Read Joanne's full player spotlight from our Borodin Meets Beethoven concert program.

November 13, 2019

BSO Wins Best Date Night (Bronze) in bonw contest!

The Bellingham Symphony Orchestra has won the BONW Bronze medal for the Best Date Night!