The second violins are a very important part of an orchestra. They usually play in harmony with the first violins, a sort of “altoish” part if you will. Led by section leader Sarah Sommers (who usually doesn’t dress this way), the second violins add a festive touch to the orchestra. Sarah is also on the orchestra planning committee and chooses much of the music.

Look closely, and you will see what their instruments spell. They usually get the melody, and they are just a nice group of people. Led by concert mistress Joanna Hostetler, the first violins probably play more notes during one concert than anyone else in the orchestra. All photos compliments of Faith and Fonda Showalter