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Hunter Safrit, a proud Rowan County native, serves as the Executive Director of the Salisbury Symphony. With a deep-rooted passion for music and community, Hunter has dedicated his career to enriching the cultural fabric of Salisbury, North Carolina.
In this episode he talks about his experience growing up in Rowan County, what the Salisbury Symphony has done and is moving towards in the future. He also talks about his other exciting endeavors with his Farm and specialty bar.
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This episode is sponsored by the Salisbury Post:
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Learn More about the businesses mentioned in this episode here:
Salisbury Symphony: www.salisburysymphony.org
Quail & Coop: www.quailandcoop.com
Bar None Events: www.Barnone-events.com
Builds & Bonds: www.buildsandbonds.com
Executive Director
Hunter Scott Safrit, a proud Rowan County native, serves as the Executive Director of the Salisbury Symphony. With a deep-rooted passion for music and community, Hunter has dedicated his career to enriching the cultural fabric of Salisbury, North Carolina. He holds an undergraduate degree in Music Education from Catawba College and a Bachelor of Music Arts (BMA) from Appalachian State University, underscoring his commitment to the arts.
Hunter's leadership at the Salisbury Symphony has been transformative. Under his guidance, the Symphony has become a beacon of accessibility and excellence, with innovative initiatives such as capping ticket prices at $15 for adults and $5 for those under 21, alongside $1 balcony seats. His vision ensures that high-quality music remains within reach for everyone in the community. Moreover, Hunter has been instrumental in developing tuition-based programs that cost only $3.50 per hour, supported by two in-house scholarships that fully waive tuition, making music education more attainable.
In addition to his role at the Symphony, Hunter is the owner of Schoeppner Industries, LLC, a multidisciplinary small business that embodies his diverse interests and entrepreneurial spirit. Schoeppner Industries focuses on sustainable farming practices, event services, and premium carpentry/building services, reflecting a commitment to community development and sustainability.
Under this umbrella, Quail & Coop specializes in providing fresh, locally-sourced produce and eggs through innovativ… Read More