Gleaned from the net, interested regional variations in how symphony orchestra website instruct patrons: "Applause between movements can be seen as an encouraging sign of new and enthusiastic additions to the classical music fold." (Houston Symphony) "The audience does not applaud between movements of a piece." (NY Phil) "Thou shalt not applaud between movements of symphonies or other multisection works listed on the program." (Concert etiquette Commandment #9, Murray Symphony, Utah) Jeff Dunn <[log in to unmask]>