About

The BSO is one of the oldest of New Jersey’s 25 community orchestras, having performed its 1st concert in 1932 under the direction of its founder, Walter Kurkewicz.  Maestro Kurkewicz remained at the helm until 1961 when he was succeeded by Louis Sutera.  Edward J. Napiwocki began his long run with the orchestra in 1964 stepping down after 35 years.  Israel G. Herman is in his 12th season as Musical Director and Conductor.

Community orchestras are amateur musical groups whose members come from the local community for the purpose of exploring the great works of the symphonic repertoire, as performers.  They provide their communities with a high level of musical performance in a relaxed setting and at a reasonable cost. The BSO's personnel includes music teachers, college professors, doctors, engineers, scientists, social workers, psychologists, housewives/husbands, members of the corporate community, high school/college students, and a few professional musicians. In addition to providing local, affordable concerts of symphonic music for the community, our goal is to provide its members with an enriching and challenging musical activity.