The Symphonic Student Association at UCSD (SSA) is a student-run organization committed to fostering a community for students and community members who share an interest in classical music. SSA also strives to make classical music more accessible in the community by presenting regular free concerts and workshops both on and off campus. SSA primarily rehearses its own chamber ensembles and presents quarterly showcases at the Che Cafe. SSA selects music from various genres within classical music and aims to provide a great experience for both musicians and the audience regardless of prior exposure to classical music. SSA is also the primary social platform for the UCSD Chamber Orchestra and hosts social events open to the entire UCSD community. In addition, SSA regularly performs at various gigs, local senior homes, and children’s centers.