COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS AND
LEARNING WITH A FAR CRY

A Far Cry is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of classical musicians by fostering meaningful relationships with community groups and educational institutions. In Boston, we are proud to partner with key programs that help cultivate young talent and broaden access to classical music.

PROJECT STEP RESIDENCY

We are honored to be participating in our ninth year of residency activities at Project STEP, a comprehensive string training program for children from communities that are typically underrepresented within classical music. The residency includes weekly chamber music coaching, one-on- one mentoring sessions, and free tickets to A Far Cry concerts across the season. Criers also coach the Project STEP Honors Quartet, who continue to delight AFC audiences with pre- concert performances in Jordan Hall!

Students from Project STEP will be performing side by side with the Criers in tonight’s performance of Vivaldi’s Concerto No. 2 in G minor, Op. 8, RV 315, "Summer" (L'estate).

NEW ENGLAND CONSERVATORY / A FAR CRY COLLABORATIVE COMPETITION

A Far Cry’s competition through New England Conservatory and its Preparatory Division offers students the opportunity to perform with A Far Cry on select concert programs each season. The competition seeks to recognize talented young chamber musicians and inspire deeper communication through musicianship. The winners are invited to rehearse and perform as members of the ensemble, experiencing first-hand the sensitivity and discipline necessary to work as part of a self-conducted chamber orchestra.