Mission

The mission of the Washington Sinfonietta is to enrich the greater community we serve through quality symphonic and chamber music performances and community outreach activities.

History

The Washington Sinfonietta has established itself as one of the premiere chamber orchestras in the Washington, D.C. metro area.

The Orchestra began in May 2006 when Rufus Jones, Jr. was invited by Marcus Jordan to serve as an Artistic Partner of a new chamber orchestra he was forming. Jordan’s aim to establish a permanent chamber orchestra with outstanding performance capabilities was realized at the first concert on August 19, 2006.

The orchestra is administered by its musicians, Artistic Partners, and Board of Directors who include professional musicians from Washington, Boston, New York City, federal government employees, and community members.

In partnership with its Artistic Partners and Principal Conductor Joel Lazar, the Sinfonietta seeks to enrich the greater community it serves through exceptional performances as well as educational programs and outreach activities. Since August 2006, the orchestra has established its Board of Directors, expanded its concert season to include chamber ensemble performances and solo performances featuring its members, and relocated from the Georgetown University campus to the extraordinarily beautiful Sanctuary at National City Christian Church.