Binghamton University Explorchestra
The Binghamton University Explorchestra (commonly known as "Explorchestra" or "Explo"), is a composers' orchestra based in Binghamton University in Binghamton, New York. The ensemble performs exclusively original music.[1]
Founded in 2009 by
videogame music
.
All members of Explorchestra have the opportunity to submit and, if they choose to, conduct new works. Explo members learn the many facets of leading a modern orchestra, from
arts management, fundraising, and marketing
.
An increasingly important member of the
Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestra to offer its first Composers' Competition in 2011 and again in 2022. The orchestra also collaborates with local businesses and campus organizations, supporting arts, sports, and fashion shows,[2] and such charity fundraisers as St. Baldrick's Foundation, Amnesty International, 2011 Binghamton Area floods, and Jump Nation.[3]
Explorchestra is run by 8 elected executive board members.[4]
References
- ^ "Binghamton University Explorchestra". Facebook. 2013-09-28. Retrieved 2013-09-28.[2013]
- ^ "Fencing team jousts to musical accompaniment". 2013-09-28. Retrieved 2013-09-28.[2013]
- ^ J.U.M.P nation, 2013
- ^ "Meet the E-Board".