New York Pops

Founded in 1983 by Skitch Henderson, The New York Pops is the largest independent symphonic pops orchestra in the United States, and the only symphonic orchestra in New York City specializing in popular American music. A publicly supported not-for-profit organization, The New York Pops performs an annual subscription series and birthday gala at Carnegie Hall, free Summermusic concerts in New York City, and is heard worldwide through tours, recordings and television appearances. The New York Pops Education Programs tie into the orchestra's mission to broaden awareness and enjoyment of America's musical heritage by building audiences and training musicians for the future.