Audiences that came to hear the Philharmonia Virtuosi and the New Orchestra of Westchester seemed to be having a strange reaction.

The New Orchestra of Westchester, which is committed to giving exposure to county artists, will perform works by two area women this season.

Subscribers to the New Orchestra of Westchester not only get a price break and preferred seating but also the attractive and informative Overtones newsletter.

Adding to the pleasure of the evening will be the New Orchestra of Westchester, conducted by Veronique Lacroix; 251-6200.

The composer said he would also be in the audience next Sunday, when the New Orchestra of Westchester offers him a birthday tribute in Purchase.

Tickets may be obtained by calling the New Orchestra of Westchester at 682-3707.

The New Orchestra of Westchester.

But by the time the four-part series had ended, the musical director of the New Orchestra of Westchester had a different story to tell.

The orchestra originally was known as the New Orchestra of Westchester.

When the New Orchestra of Westchester gives a concert, many of the patrons dine out beforehand.