New Philharmonic Orchestra seeks financial assistance

New Philharmonic Orchestra seeks financial assistance

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The College of DuPage’s New Philharmonic Orchestra is in danger of going away. After 36 years, the sole professional orchestra in DuPage County struggling for funds in this down economy. We’re joined by New Philharmonic Conductor Kirk Muspratt about the orchestra’s attempt to bring in new audiences, and to its plea to patrons to help out with a little more financial support.