Fanfare Festival Orchestra
A democratically-led youth ensemble making music more accessible and fun through public performances and youth development initiatives.
A democratically-led youth ensemble making music more accessible and fun through public performances and youth development initiatives.
Who We Are
Fanfare, or the Fanfare Festival Orchestra (FFO) is a democratically-led, youth ensemble and organization that aims to make music more accessible and fun through public performances and youth development initiatives.
Fanfare performs as a cohesive ensemble but also splits into solo performers and smaller chamber groups to maximize its impact. At the same time, we engage in a series of youth development programs, offering rare opportunities for high school students to study conducting, premier compositions, and play as soloists.
Members can choose to participate in any or all of our projects — from performing at retirement facilities to experimenting with avant-garde music presentations. Whether you want to conduct, compose, or simply play, there's a place for you.
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Our Philosophy
We give members rare opportunities to play as soloist, conduct, and premier compositions. Rotating between unique opportunities, we build musicians with social responsibility and creativity.
Through intentional programming, local performances, and collaborations with charities, we make music accessible. A centerpiece is our regular performances in hospitals and retirement homes.
We explore musical styles beyond the standard Western canon, using art as a force for cultural understanding. Diverse musicians working together to bridge conflict through artistry.
What We Do
Performing at retirement facilities for free, bringing music to those who need it most.
Performing light classical and popular music on campus in Music Department-affiliated and public concerts.
Youth development and musicianship-building for aspiring soloists, composers, conductors, and musicologists.
Collaborating with Theater & Dance in Grasshopper and the DramaLab program.
Exploring the influence of light classical music on modern popular music and its role in artistic and social movements.
Experimenting with technology-conscious and avant-garde presentations of music, including AI-generated content.
2025–26 Season
From intimate chamber performances to full orchestra concerts, catch us across campus and beyond.
| Date | Performance | Repertoire | Ensemble | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 14, 2026 | Abbot Cabaret | Mozart Duets K.487, Galloping Horses | Buskers + Full Orchestra | Done |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Asian Society Banquet | Galloping Horses | Full Orchestra | Done |
| Apr 3, 2026 | Lucas’ Remembrance | 2 Violin Duets | Fanfare Buskers | Confirmed |
| TBD | Edgewood | Solo performances, Chamber groups, Galloping Horses | Sign-ups + Full Orchestra | Postponed |
| Apr 24–25, 2026 | Andover Dance Festival | Hungarian Dance No. 5 | Full Orchestra + Sophia Zhan | Confirmed |
| TBD | Student Recital #2 | Hungarian Dance No. 5 | Lilia + Zayne | Planning |
| May 1, 2026 | Spring DramaLab | Drinking Song | Full Orchestra + Elisa & Elias | Unlikely |
| TBD | Earth Festival | Duets, Radetzky March, Hungarian Dance | Buskers + Full Orchestra | Likely |
| May 6, 2026 | Brian’s Senior Recital | Galloping Horses | Full Orchestra | Confirmed |
| May 9, 2026 | 6PM Collab | 6PM Repertoire | 6PM + 2–3 Fanfare Musicians | Planning |
| TBD | Student Recital #3 | Hungarian Dance No. 5 4-Hands, Drinking Song | Ben & Athreya; Elisa, Elias, Ben | Planning |
| TBD | ASM Show | Radetzky March, Hungarian Dance No. 5 | Full Orchestra | Planning |
| TBD | End of Term Flashmob | Radetzky March, Hungarian Dance No. 5, Beethoven 9 Simplified | Full Orchestra + Volunteers | Confirmed |
* This schedule does not include Fanfare's weekly buskings in Paresky Commons.
Our People
A talented group of young musicians, democratically organized with no formal hierarchy.
Leadership
Co-founder & Senior Emeritus
Violinist
Co-founder & Artistic Director
Violinist
Co-founder & Director of Operations
Violinist
Digital Director
Violist
Members
Trombonist
Horn
Violinist
Soprano
Tenor
Trumpet
Cellist
Violinist
Violinist
Pianist
Oboist
Pianist
Violinist
Ballet
Cellist
Violist
Percussion
Senior Advisors
Senior Advisor
Senior Advisor
Moments
Highlights from our rehearsals, performances, and community events.
Abbot Cabaret
Full Orchestra
Busking at Paresky
Retirement Home Concert
Asian Society Banquet
Chamber Groups
Going Global
Fanfare is expanding internationally. Starting Summer 2026, we are launching chapters across the globe.
Boston
United States
New York
United States
Houston
United States
Atlanta
United States
Seoul
South Korea
Sydney
Australia
Get in Touch
Interested in joining, collaborating, or learning more? Reach out to us.
For inquiries, partnership opportunities, or to express interest in joining Fanfare, email us at:
fanfare.festival.orchestra@gmail.comOr fill out our interest form to get started.