Kevin Murphy for Louisville Orchestra

Many of you reading this page are familiar with my journey with the Louisville Orchestra - how I moved to Kentucky all the way from New Orleans for a one-year contract, and spent countless hours over two audition cycles working toward winning a permanent full-time spot in the orchestra. Now I’m excited to share with you some of the wonderful programs that make this orchestra so special - and so worth the sacrifice. Through these programs, Louisville Orchestra is spreading the hope and beauty of world-class music to audiences of all ages throughout Louisville and Kentuckiana.

Music Without Borders: Free performances of vibrant and diverse programs, offered to underserved communities in venues like neighborhood community centers, parks, and schools. 

Once Upon an Orchestra: Imaginative, interactive children’s concerts that combine music, storytelling, and crafts, aimed at sparking curiosity and creativity through music. 

MakingMUSIC: Educational concerts for school-age students focusing on the instruments, composers, and stories behind the music, designed to instill a lasting appreciation for the arts. 

Programs like these are helping the Louisville Orchestra become an instrument of restoration and hope to our city, state, and region. Your support enables LO to hire local guest artists for Music Without Borders, provide school visits, transport students to MakingMUSIC concerts, and much more. Please consider making a contribution today!