How an Orchestra Works: A Behind-the-Scenes Dialogue
Course | Registration opens 8/3/2026 8:00 AM EDT
Ever wondered what it’s like to be part of an orchestra? The director of operations of the York Symphony will guide members through the inner workings of the ensemble and answer questions you’ve always had about the remarkable collaborations that bring a symphony orchestra to life.
Jeff Phelps
Originally from Virginia Beach, VA, Jeff Phelps has performed with the Virginia Symphony, Virginia Arts Festival, and Williamsburg Symphony. Jeff earned degrees in cello and orchestral conducting at the Cleveland Institute of Music and recently completed postgraduate study in cultural policy and arts management in Dublin, Ireland. He currently serves as Director of Operations for the York Symphony Orchestra.