Before the Downbeat involves a number of initiatives designed to enhance the concert experience for our audience by providing in-depth knowledge about the program of music that will be performed at our concerts. Initiatives include pre-concert talks and interviews with our Music Director and musicians.

SoundSync

SoundSync is a digital initiative where information about the music on the program is streamed to your smartphone silently and in real-time throughout the concert.

Dress Rehearsal Videos

These videos include a behind-the-scenes look at various orchestra rehearsals during the season, along with an interview with our Music Director. They are shared on the Kingston Symphony’s YouTube channel, on our social media pages, in email updates, and here on our website.

Meet our Musicians

Get to know our orchestra musicians! Our players are actively engaged not only in performing with the Kingston Symphony, but also in teaching privately, at Queen’s University, in elementary and high schools throughout our region as well as playing with other ensembles.

These pre-concert talks are hosted by our Music Director, Evan Mitchell at 1:30 p.m. prior to each Masterworks Series concert in the Recital Hall at the Isabel. They focus on that day’s concert repertoire, giving audience members an insight into the program. Admission is free with a concert ticket. We are grateful to Viner, Kennedy, Frederick, Allan & Tobias LLP for their support of this initiative.