Founded in 1944, the Friday Evening Music Club (FEMC) promoted the performing arts in Westmoreland County by providing opportunities for musicians to perform, learn, and build lasting friendships through a shared love of music. For decades, the organization encouraged artistic excellence, fostered community connections, and supported the musical growth of students and amateur musicians alike.
In 1969, FEMC leaders played an important role in the founding of the Westmoreland Symphony Orchestra, establishing a partnership rooted in a common commitment to enriching our community through music.
Today, the legacy of FEMC continues through the Barbara Kennedy Legacy Fund. In keeping with the values championed by both the late Barbara Kennedy and the Friday Evening Music Club, these funds support the Westmoreland Symphony Orchestra’s music education initiatives and programs that inspire the next generation of musicians.
The Westmoreland Symphony Orchestra is honored to carry forward FEMC’s longstanding dedication to music education, artistic opportunity, and community engagement.
