First Coast Register June/July 2015 | Seite 17

Courtney Lewis and the Jacksonville Symphony receive applause before the start of the concert. Jacksonville Symphony. Tonight the emphasis is on funds.” The Jacksonville Symphony is one of the nation’s top regional orchestras and offers live symphonic variety. In addition to regular performances on the Jacoby Symphony Hall stage, the Jacksonville Symphony is the largest nonprofit provider of youth music education programs in North Florida. Each season nearly 70,000 young people and citizens of all ages benefit from the Symphony’s diverse educational and community engagement opportunities. “The Jacksonville Symphony is grateful for the enduring support from BRASS and its members. Their generous fundraising efforts and enthusiastic support make it possible for the Symphony to bring music to the community in many ways,” said Massey. BRASS is celebrating its 25th anniversary this season, and is an all-volunteer group. In addition to financial contributions, BRASS prom