Wellesley Symphony Orchestra play for Elizabeth Seton Residence

Members of the Wellesley Symphony Orchestra are creative – not only in their musical ability but also in their determined efforts to bring live music to those senior residents who remain isolated at the Elizabeth Seton Residence skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility due to the recent COVID-19 pandemic.

Max Hobart of the Wellesley Symphony Orchestra, with whom the Elizabeth Seton Residence has enjoyed a long relationship, called Lori Ferrante, Administrator to ask if she might be willing to have single musicians play outside for the residents. Ferrante tells us, “We were thrilled at the idea and so grateful for the kind offer. Our residents enjoy live music, and have missed performances since we closed our campus to visitors in early March. The Wellesley Symphony Orchestra has utilized space on our campus for practice sessions for years, so it seemed a wonderful fit to have them perform al fresco!”

Two members of the orchestra – violinist Emil Altschuler and cellist, Seth MacLeod, played for both residents of the Elizabeth Seton Residence as well as those living in the adjoining rest home, Marillac Residence. They moved to various locations around the building where staff helped open windows on the gorgeous day to let the beautiful sounds waft in. Ferrante adds, “The performances, the musical talent and the kind gesture was enjoyed by all – residents and staff alike. Gestures such as these remind us how fortunate we are to be a part of this wonderful community.”

Seth Macleod, cellist – Wellesley Symphony Orchestra plays at a safe