New Jersey Festival Orchestra

The New Jersey Festival Orchestra (NJFO) is a premier, fully professional symphony orchestra. Founded in Westfield in 1983, it has grown to become one of New Jersey's most prominent professional orchestras. It is present in many cultural communities and appears regularly at Carnegie Hall.

The name New Jersey Festival Orchestra reflects an ongoing celebration of the diversity of music and the creation of experiences that stretch the boundaries of traditional classical performances.

NJFO programs include classics from the orchestral repertory as well as offerings that showcase the fusion of fine arts and popular culture. This unique and dynamic approach to programming further brings classical music to life and creates an ongoing 'festival' of compelling presentations worthy of our name.

In addition to an adventurous subscription season, popular concerts near and far, and a rousing New Year's Eve celebration, NJFO has developed and continues to refine exciting and interactive programs to take the joy of music to underserved populations, present music education programs for children, and bring music therapy programs to hospitals and hospices.

These educational, healing, and community initiatives foster a love of music and a lifetime of involvement with the musical arts.