PUTNAM SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Putnam Symphony Orchestra is on hold, socially distancing a waiting until it is safe to join back together and perform.

The PUTNAM SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA is a community orchestra comprised of musicians from the community and surrounding areas. It was organized by Erich J. Miethner in 1976 to address the needs of the community by expanding the opportunities for cultural entertainment. This new symphonic orchestra was founded with the help of Guideposts and the Putnam Arts Council, both of which are major supporters of cultural activities within Putnam County.

Christine Smith, conductor

The conductor of the of the Putnam Symphony Orchestra is Christine Smith. Christine holds a BFA Degree from SUNY at Stonybrook, she is a 1981 graduate of the Julliard School of Music, Pre-College Division, and she holds a Master's Degree in Education. She has also received a Certificate of Commendation for Meritorious Achievement from the School of Orchestral Studies.

As a professional flutist, Christine has toured England with the Stonybrook Wind Ensemble, and has performed at Paul Hall, Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and the Saratoga Performing Arts Center. She regularly performs as a soloist with the Doansburg Chamber Ensemble, of which she is a charter member. Her solo appearances have also included performances for U.S. Forest Service personnel at the Harding Ice Field in Alaska. She has performed at Grace Church in White Plains on their Noontime Series, as well as performing with the St. Peter's Chamber Orchestra. Her principal teachers have been Alan Cox, Jeff Khamer, Samuel Baron, and Julius Baker.