New Directions

New Directions is a unique concert experience presented as part of the 2026 National Orchestral Institute + Festival (NOI+F). In this performance, NOI+F conducting fellows take the lead in works by NOI+F composition fellows, offering a showcase of emerging orchestral talent and new repertoire. The event takes place in the Dekelboum Concert Hall at The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.

When: Friday, June 26, 2026 at 7:30 PM.

Venue: Dekelboum Concert Hall, The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.

Tickets: General admission. Regular price is $20 plus a $5 booking fee. Student tickets are $10. Note that balcony seating will be closed for this performance.

Program: A program for the concert is available for viewing online.

Run time: Not specified in the provided text.

Ages: No age restrictions mentioned; all ages likely welcome unless otherwise noted.

Accessibility: The Clarice offers wheelchair accessible seating, size-inclusive seating, large print programs, assisted listening devices, adult and child-friendly sensory packs, quiet spaces, and upon request at least six weeks in advance, ASL interpretation, audio description, and captioning.

Note: This event is part of the National Orchestral Institute + Festival, which brings together aspiring orchestral musicians from across the country for a month of dynamic music-making and professional exploration, under the artistic direction of Marin Alsop. Purchase tickets to three or more NOI Philharmonic concerts in a single transaction to receive a 20% discount on regular price tickets. Support for NOI+F is provided by the Maryland State Arts Council, The Clark-Winchcole Foundation, and The Marinus and Minna B. Koster Foundation.