The combined Cooper Symphony and Philharmonic Orchestras performed three times in New York City over spring break last month. One performance was at the Concordia Learning Center at St. Joseph's School for the Blind. Students presented an interactive concert, in which they described and demonstrated each instrument of the orchestra in between pieces. Following the concert, Cooper students helped St. Joseph's students touch and pluck the strings of their instruments. "It was a very special experience for all involved," said orchestra director Emily Pflaum.