New England Philharmonic

For lead percussionist Sam Schmetterer, one of the most exciting things about performing with the New England Philharmonic is the music itself.

“One of the things I love about NEP is that as a percussionist, I get to play instead of just waiting and counting,” he says.

That’s because NEP’s commitment to contemporary music places percussion at the center of many ambitious works — from large-scale performances like Britten’s War Requiem to this season’s Black Hole Symphony.

Sam also values the opportunity to collaborate directly with living composers during rehearsals and performances, helping shape new works in real time.

Behind every concert is an enormous collaborative effort involving musicians, composers, instrument rentals, venues, and technical resources.

“NEP occupies a unique position in the Boston orchestral scene,” Sam says, “and we depend on supporters and donors to be able to function.”

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