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The Longwood Symphony Orchestra strongly recommends that its musicians and audience members be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In addition, we strongly recommend receiving updated vaccines against both COVID-19 and influenza in the Fall of 2023.

Updates to Guidelines

These Health & Safety Guidelines are subject to change based on the latest guidance from local officials and the Centers for Disease Control. LSO’s Health & Safety Committee will continuously monitor the situation and make any necessary changes in order to prioritize the health and safety of our audience, musicians, staff, and volunteers. Updates will be communicated via email and our website. Please call 617-987-0100 or email info@longwoodsymphony.org with specific questions.

Updated August 15, 2023

COVID-19 Resources

Health & Safety Committee

Read Pukkila-Worley, MD, Committee Chair 
Associate Professor of Medicine
University of Massachusetts Medical School 

Yonatan Grad, MD
Melvin J. and Geraldine L. Glimcher Assistant Professor of Immunology and Infectious Diseases
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health 

Michael Barnett, MD
Assistant Professor of Health Policy and Management
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health 

Heidi Kimberly, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician
Newton-Wellesley Hospital