exciting news about upcoming events!
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exciting news about upcoming events!
The Guild Horn GREENSBORO SYMPHONY GUILD OCTOBER 2015 Volume 51, Issue 2 Get Dolled Up—There’s a Party Going On! Final reservations are being taken for Big Band, Bourbon & Blandwood on Saturday, October 10th, from 7:00 until 11:00 p.m. Be sure to return your RSVP right away to be part of this unforgettable FUNdraiser. In October 1988 a new program called Music in the Middle was implemented, specifically for 8th graders. It was designed to be an interdisciplinary experience in Science and Music and was entitled Man, Music and Space. Six musical selections portrayed mankind's fascination with the universe. Each was accompanied by a slide presentation illustrating main themes of the composition. The selections were: "Also Sprach Zarathutra" (2001: A Space Odyssey) by Richard Strauss, "Mars" from "The Planets" by Gustav Holst; "Claire de Lune" by Debussy; excerpt from Symphony No.41 (The Jupiter) by Mozart; excerpts from the soundtracks of E.T. and Star Wars by John Williams. The program was a joint effort between Greensboro Symphony Guild and the Symphony Society and was created by Maestro Paul Anthony McRae. The program continues. On October 6 & 7, 2015, 7th grade students will enjoy a concert designed to expand their understanding of science through the use of orchestral music, when they learn about wave forms. The concert will be titled "The Science of Sounds". If you’ve already planned to party with us that evening, know that once you step onto the grounds of Blandwood, you won’t want to waste a minute! Magz King and Indira Lindsay Roberts have curated quite an array of enticing items for our silent auction in the Carriage House. Stroll outside into the Speakeasy tent where Jason from Heaven Hill Distillery will be pouring bourbon samplings. In the big tent, wine will be flowing, The Wally West Little Big Band musicians will be tuning their instruments, the guys at the Pig Pounder mobile beer trailer, aka “Squeals on Wheels” (affectionately known as SOW), will be pulling fresh craft beers, and there will be a lavish array of food prepared by Southern Roots. Don’t forget to bring cash, checks or credit card to purchase your silent auction items. Drink token packages will be available at a bargain price of 3 for $10. If you purchased a Host or Patron’s package last summer, your drink tokens will be ready and waiting for you at check-in. (Party continued on page 2) Ann Mueller recipient of BRAVO award The BRAVO award was established in 2004. It recognizes a member in good standing who has been in the Guild five years or less and has given extensive volunteer service. This year’s recipient, Ann Cope Mueller, is a graduate of George Mason University with an MBA from UNC's Kenan Flagler School of Business, and is the current Manager of Telecom & IT Hardware Supply Chains with the U.S. Post Office. Ann and Stephen Mueller She joined the Guild in 2013 after her daughter, Claire, made her debut at the 2012 Symphony Presentation Ball. Ann volunteered for the 2013 Homes Tour and continued to assist with Debutante activities, served as a Marshal Assistant, chaired the Name Tag committee, and set up a website for Deb families to share pictures. Her expertise in technology had an immediate impact on the Marketing Council where she served two terms as Website and Social Media Coordinator. She soon became a fixture at Guild events, photographing activities and posting them on the website and Facebook. She worked with the IT Development Group on the Guild’s revised website and is our current VP of Marketing and Publicity. (Continued on page 2) Note from the President... The Greensboro Symphony Guild has begun another exciting year! I am pleased to invite each of you to participate in your own personal way to continue our goals of supporting the GSO and bringing music to the Triad community. We are grateful for all of our Guild sponsors this year who have joined in record numbers to support our mission. Many thanks to our Corporate Sponsorship Committee for all of their hard work over the summer months: Sherri Hill, Chair; Frances Vinoski, Mary Ann Vinson, Indira Lindsay Roberts, Kim Littrell, Pam Stearns and Sharon Kasica. Susan Mackey, Guild Executive Assistant, has done an admirable job getting out our directory to members, sending out invitations to our first September luncheon and working with the fund raising chairs to Andrea Knupp enable us to receive our Big Band, Bourbon & Blandwood invitations. Many thanks, Susan! Our thanks to Fray Metcalfe, who continues to do an amazing job on our publications. The Guild Horn is full of important information and gives our members a wonderful tool for getting involved. This year’s GSYO auditions are complete with a large number of young people participating. The Guild was an important part of helping this event to run smoothly and we thank Andrea Zimmerman, Chair; Rosemary Reed, Julene Valitutto , Barbara Sanders and VP of Education, Nancy Bogard for heading up this beginning to the GSYO year. Our first General Luncheon Meeting was a huge success thanks to the dedication and skill of our Hospitality Luncheon team of Karen Claypool, Sandra Ennever, Renay Pugh and April Parker. Please remember that our Annual Education Campaign is ongoing through December. Chairs Kathie Amato and Frances Vinoski are continuing to accept your donations to this important fund for music education. We are grateful to all who have participated. It’s not too late to be a part of this new initiative! Mark your calendars for October 10, date of the Big Band, Bourbon & Blandwood event! It promises to be an extraordinary evening of fun, dancing , bourbon, great music and a fabulous auction. This is not to be missed! Chairs Laura Green and Kristie Smith have worked long and hard for this to be a great fundraiser. Please join us that evening, purchase raffle tickets and have a great time! Music in the Middle for Guilford County Schools’ seventh graders will be held at Grimsley High School on October 6 and 7 this year. This annual event can use your help! Please contact Chair, Linda Wilson, along with her Co-Chairs, Lex Kulman or Alison Santiago. Join us at the October 21st General Membership Meeting at the home of Rebecca Schlosser. The program will be one of our High School’s Orchestral Music Directors speaking about our High School Partnership program and the positive effects music has on our children. Join in the fun and remember that Music is Learning for Life! Kind regards, Andrea Knupp, President (Mueller continued from page 1) Ann has served as president of the Ivy League home and garden club and is active in the Daughters of the American Revolution. This talented woman is a voracious reader and enjoys genealogy. She and husband Steve have long enjoyed classical music and have been Masterworks subscribers for years. In her short tenure as a member of the Guild, Ann has worked tirelessly with the marketing team to revolutionize the ways we communicate with both our membership and the community at large. Her foresight and innovation will serve the Guild for many years to come. We are indeed fortunate that she has chosen to share her many talents of organization, leadership, and communication with the Guild. Page 2 (Party continued from page 1) As for our Raffle, the three outstanding items from Fink’s Jewelers and Kriegsman—The Luxury Outerwear Store are the bee’s knees! Check out the details on page 3 of this issue for the photos and descriptions of Raffle items. If you haven’t already purchased and sent in your tickets with your RSVP card, find your three tickets in your invitation envelope and bring them with you to the event—you can pay for them at the door. You can even purchase Raffle tickets online and we will stamp them paid and have them waiting for you when you arrive at Blandwood. Not attending the event and still want to participate in the Raffle? No problem—you need not be present to win—simply buy online and call Laura Green or Kristie Smith to let one of them know the item(s) you want to take your chances on, and they will put your paid Raffle ticket in the bowl that night. You won’t want to miss your chance to win! Finally, start working on your shopping list for the silent auction by heading to the website to survey the list of amazing items to be found in the Carriage House that night. We will continue to update it with more additions until October 10th, so be sure to check back often so you’ll be ready to vie for our fabulous items. Tickets are $100 per person and can be purchased at www.gsoguild.org or you can mail your check (made out to the Greensboro Symphony Guild) to Mitzie Weatherly, 206 Wentworth Drive, Greensboro, NC 27408 Questions? Call Laura Green or Kristie Smith. RSVP today and join us for an event like none other--the Big Band, Bourbon & Blandwood Bash! WWW.GSOGUILD.ORG Volunteers needed for Music in Middle Music in the Middle Concerts for seventh graders will be held Tuesday and Wednesday, October 6 & 7 at Grimsley High School. Twenty-five volunteers are needed each day to assist students as they enter and exit the auditorium. The event runs from 8:45 to dismissal at 11:45. Music in the Middle is a onetime volunteer commitment. If you are new to the Guild, you will enjoy meeting other Guild members and get to experience an entertaining concert, as well. If you can volunteer one or both days, but missed the sign-up sheet at the September Luncheon, please let Linda Wilson know right away. “Mystery Night” with Vivace & Contemporaries Please join the Symphony Guild Contemporaries Group on October 30th for a "Mystery Night" with the Symphony's Young Professional group, Vivace. This fabulous evening will consist of a concert and after party at one of the hottest new spots in town. Join us for the concert at Dana Auditorium at 8:00 p.m. A Masterworks performance will feature world famous pianist Cathal Breslin joining our phenomenal orchestra in some haunting pieces. Afterwards, we will all join the Vivace group at Green Valley Grill. Bring a friend, your spouse, boyfriend, whomever! We would love to kick off this year with our fellow Symphony Guild Contemporaries sharing this incredible evening together! Ticket price includes premium seats at concert and free appetizers and drinks at the after party! Purchase them today! www.greensborosymphony.org. See you there! Chairs are Betsy Craft and Mojgan Jordan. Big Band, Bourbon & Blandwood Raffle October 10, 2015 Linda is Chair of Music in the Middle; Vice Chairs are Lex Kulman and Alison Santiago. Effect music has on children to be topic at membership meeting How does music make a difference in the life of a child? Come to our Membership Meeting on Wednesday, October 21 and find out. The meeting will be at 5:30 p.m. at the home of Rebecca Schlosser, 908 Sunset Drive. You’ll hear guest speaker Rachel Holmes share her knowledge and experience on this topic. Rachel is Orchestral Music Director at Northwest Guilford High School. She will speak about our High School Partnership Program and the positive effects music has on our children. This is what the Guild is all about, so you’ll not want to miss it. Chairs are Joan Stevenson, Rhonda Barrett and Ronda Szymanski; Programs Chair is Dorry Tooke. WWW.GSOGUILD.ORG David Yurman Infinity Collection—Large Sterling Silver Pendant with 1.47 Carat Pavé Diamonds on Double Wheat Diamond Enhanced Chain. Donated by Fink’s Jewelers. $5,000 Value Women’s Loro Piana Black Cashmere Cape with Leather Appliqué, Trimmed with Black Fox Collar and Cuffs Donated by Kriegsman’s $3500 Value Classic Men’s Italian Black Cashmere Coat with Notched Collar (Size of Choice) Made in Canada. Donated by Kriegsman’s $1,500 Value $50 per single ticket or buy 3 for $100 Three ways to buy: 1) Purchase tickets online at www.gsoguild.org 2) Return completed tickets and payment with your event RSVP 3) Bring your tickets to the event and pay at the door Need not be present to win! Questions? Call Laura Green or Kristie Smith Page 3 GSYO AUDITIONS What’s it all about? Get a comprehensive look at Greensboro Symphony Youth Orchestra auditions as Nancy Bogard, Vice President of Education, takes you into the history and workings of this valuable program. Auditions for Greensboro Symphony Youth Orchestra were held August 28-30, 2015 at Greensboro Cultural Center on Davie Street. A group of 158 talented young musicians auditioned before a panel of judges made up of Youth Orchestra Music Conductor, Nate Beversluis; and members of Greensboro Symphony Orchestra, Wendy Rawls, Stephanie Ezerman, and Karen Collins. Audition cost is $15 per student, paid to the Friends of the GSYO. The monumental task of coordinating this effort is handled by Peter Zlotnick, GSO Education Manager. Friends of the GSYO assist Peter in taking audition payments. Guild Audition Chairs, Andrea Zimmerman, Rosemary Reed, Barbara Sanders, Julene Valitutto and other Guild volunteers direct the musicians to the practice room, escort them to their audition room and give them words of encouragement to calm their nerves. This continues to be a wonderful Guild volunteer project that warms our hearts with this close interaction with these young musicians, ages 6-18. Background The Greensboro Symphony Youth Orchestra is an educational project of the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra. It began in Rosemary Reed helps a student remain calm while waiting to 1971 as a single ensemble and has grown to include multiple enaudition for the Greensboro Symphony Youth Orchestra. Audisembles of progressive levels. tions were held on August 28-30 at Greensboro Cultural Center, In addition to the Youth Orchestra, the program also includes with 158 students participating. Ten Guild members assisted by Junior Philharmonic, Youth Camerata, Youth Philharmonic, and engaging, encouraging and occasionally consoling the aspiring Repertory Strings. These ensembles are designed for string playyoung musicians, as they guided them from warmup to audition. ers at specific levels, from elementary school through high Guild Auditions Chairs, Andrea Zimmerman, Rosemary Reed, school. At present, the GSYO does not offer additional ensembles Barbara Sanders and Julene Valitutto provided water and light for winds, brass or percussion players who are not admitted to the snacks for volunteers and adjudicators during their shifts and Youth Orchestra. breaks. The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra continues to sinAll GSYO ensembles are selective within their stated level cerely appreciate Guild presence during this important event for and audition requirements. For educational and musical reasons music education. and for optimal student experience, all ensembles have limited enrollments. It is possible that not all students who meet an ensemble’s requirements will be admitted. Qualified applicants who Philharmonic is for students in elementary school, grades 1-5, who have begun lessons and are ready for the experience of playare not admitted may be designated as alternates or placed on a wait list, to be contacted partway through a year if a space opens ing in an ensemble. This group consists of 35-45 students. for any reason. All applicants are contacted through email by the First concert of the year end of the week of their audition. Greensboro is truly blessed to have such a wonderful addition to the Symphony program with these young talented musiExciting new ensembles cians. Please mark your calendar for their first performance of the Changes to this year's ensembles include retirement of both year on Sunday, November 22nd, 4:00 p.m., at Greensboro Day the Flute Choir and Opus One. However, we are excited to be adding two new ensembles to the lineup. The Symphony Reperto- School. These concerts are FREE to all Guild members and guests. ry Strings is a chamber-size string orchestra for students up The Executive Board invites you to join us for what promises to through grade 11 who play near the level of Youth Orchestra. be an exciting year for these talented young musicians. This ensemble consists of 15-20 students. The Symphony Junior Page 4 WWW.GSOGUILD.ORG Welcome NEW MEMBERS Julene Valitutto Greensboro Cynthia Heafner Greensboro Elizabeth Heafner (Betty) Greensboro Maryann Green Greensboro Debra Ann Johnson Greensboro Shirley L. Trager Greensboro Elizabeth Blackwell (Liz) Greensboro Page 5 A real treat — What a wonderful program was planned for the Guild’s September General Membership Luncheon. The lovely and talented Carolyn Woodruff (shown at right) and her partner, Alosha Anatoliy, from Fred Astaire dance studio delighted everyone with their impressive ballroom skills! Carolyn is with Woodruff Family Law Group and is one of our sponsors this year. GSOGUILD.ORG’s got it all Explore the Guild’s new website with Peggy Hamilton Have you visited our Guild website lately? On the Home Page, you notice quite a few “drop down bars” that introduce you to the content on our site. You’ll see a category on the left called “News” and here you’ll find upto-date information on Guild events. In the center of the page, you’ll see “Upcoming Events”, and by clicking each one of those events, you’ll get as much information about the event as you will need. We have a very active Facebook account, and a Twitter account as well. What you’ll notice on the right is what we call a “feed”. The content there changes every time we post something to our Facebook and Twitter pages. If you don’t have a Facebook account, not to worry, as we try our best to post our activities to our website, too. From our Home Page, you can access every aspect of the Guild’s activities. We hope you’ll take a moment to familiarize yourself with it. One of our favorites is a category called “Past Events.” If you see us snapping photos, you just might find yourself here! Here’s something you may not know about the “Home” page. On the very top of the page you’ll notice a hand-written musical score. This score was written by our then-conductor, Dr. Peter Paul Fuchs, over 30 years ago. A very clever committee approached him and asked him to write this score, which we put on wrapping paper and sold as a fund-raiser! There isn’t much of this wrapping paper around now, but some of us saved it, and are we ever glad we did. We were proud to incorporate our cherished history into a permanent part of our present. We’ll see you on the web! WWW.GSOGUILD.ORG Gifts The Guild gratefully acknowledges a gift from Martha & John Chandler Given in memory of Ray Johnson New presentation ready for community The Guild's Community Relations Co-Chairs are pleased to announce a revised Speakers Bureau presentation, outlining the history and accomplishments of the Greensboro Symphony Guild. This presentation is appropriate for community organizations as well as businesses. If you have suggestions for presentation opportunities or would like to preview the production, please contact: Josie Gibboney or Andrea Alemanni. Cleaning closets? Don’t forget Super Sale The seasons are changing. When you clean out your closets, be sure to save unwanted clothes or other items for Super Sale. We’ll take anything and everything. We’ll even pick it up. Just give us a call! Nancy Beaver, Elizabeth Craft, Sandy Weston, Karen Hundgen, or Vanessa Skenes. It’s not too late to donate! Annual Education Campaign Continues When everyone in an organization pulls together toward a common goal, the combined effect is greater than the sum of the parts. Not only is the goal enhanced through the knowledge it was supported by everyone, but the organization itself is strengthened. With this in mind, we invite you to contribute to the Annual Education Campaign, as there is power in every Guild member participating. There is no set contribution amount—please give as you feel moved to do so. No amount is too small, as it will be the combined efforts of us all that will make this campaign successful. You may send your donation to the Guild office (P.O. Box 10408, Greensboro, NC 27404), or donate at a Guild meeting anytime throughout the fall. If you have already made a donation, we deeply appreciate your gift, and thank you for your participation. Monies raised through the Annual Education Fund will be used for currently unmet education needs that have arisen through the combined effects of rising costs and increased demand. Funds will go to support a range of activities, including scholarships, tuition, summer music camp, private music lessons, and an additional high school partnership program. Guild leadership will select the activities, and all monies raised will go directly to meet those specific areas of need. We are delighted by the response we have received to date, and we would like to thank the following donors who have made contributions between August 1 and September 7. Magz King, in memory of Mary Ann Trammell Brenda Macfadden Rosemary Reed Karen Smith Julene Valitutto “Thinking of You” Linda Wilson, in honor of Nancy Bogard & Andrea Knupp Know a Guild member who would appreciate a “thinking of you” card? Please contact: Debbie Morgan. WWW.GSOGUILD.ORG Page 6 Thank you to our 2015-2016 Guild Sponsors The opportunity for sponsorships is continuing and we will be naming more supporting friends MAESTRO SPONSORSHIP—$10,000 Happy Rentz, Inc. SYMPHONY SPONSOR—$5000 Fink’s Jewelers I.T.Worx Kriegsman—The Luxury Outerwear Store Kotis Properties, Inc. Woodruff Family Law Group CHAMBER SPONSOR—$2500 Edmonds, Hunt & Associates First Citizens Bank N2 Publishing, Inc. Southern Roots Restaurant and Catering Stearns Financial Services Group Andrea and Ralph Knupp in honor of Laura Green & Robert Green, GSO Board President Wally West Music Resource Well·Spring Retirement Community QUARTET SPONSOR—$1000 Botanica Flowers and Gifts Carriage House Antiques and Home Decor Contemporary Lady DLM Builders, Inc. Home Instead Senior Care Lori and Mark Holt Anonymous, in honor of Kristie Smith Landmark Builders Southern Engraving Co. Spring Garden Storage Wolfe Homes PATRONS Ad Press Printing Agnes Brame/Metamorphosis Interior Design Alicia Irvin Photography Classic Construction of NC Custom Business Printing Heaven Hill Distillery Laura and Robert Green Kim and Bob Jones in memory of Gordon Thomas Jones Sharon and Ken Kasica Andrea and Ralph Knupp Ann and Bob Kroupa Pennyburn at Maryfield Rosemary and Bob Reed Rebecca and Mike Schlosser in memory of David Edmond Wesley Schlosser Kristie and Greg Smith HOSTS Rhonda and Xavier Barrett Nancy and Don Bogard Carol and Jason Bohrer JoAnna and Steve Bright Lisa and Willie Bullock Madeleine and Duane Dassow Sandra and Pete Ennever Debbie and Keith Faircloth Pam and Dale Finn Mary Ann and Allen Gerhard Olivia and Len Gillespie Brenda and Jack Glenn Peggy and David Hamilton Lisbeth and David Hickey Robin and Bill Kallam Barbara and John Key Laura and Paul Kilmartin Magz and Robert King Lex and Brent Kulman Joanne and Donald Lahey Lynda and Ed Little Kim and Mark Littrell Susan and Neil Lutins Leslie and Christopher Meadows Fray and Jim Metcalfe Ann and Steve Mueller Ashley and J. B. Nosek April and David Parker Margaret and Ned Pierce Dianne and Kevin Pusch Pauletta and Brad Root Carol and Steve Royal Susan and Jerrold Schwartz Pam Smith Cindy and Rick Stark Joan and David Stevenson Dale and Lawrence Stoehr Dorry and Michael Tooke Frances and Chuck Vinoski Suzy and Ken Walker Mitzie and Joe Weatherly Judy and Thomas Weiss Sandy Weston Linda and Ron Wilson Laura and Gary Wolf Beverly and Pat Wright Andrea and David Zimmerman Music Matters! PO Box 10408 Greensboro, NC 27404 The Guild Horn is published eight times a year Editor: Fray Metcalfe Proofreader: Lucia DeRatmiroff Contributors: Andrea Alemanni, Kathie Amato, Nancy Bogard, Betsy Craft, Elizabeth Craft, Debbie Faircloth, Laura Green, Peggy Hamilton, Lori Holt, Andrea Knupp, Susan Mackey, Kristie Smith, Melissa Tankersley, Frances Vinoski, Linda Wilson, Andrea Zimmerman, OCTOBER 2015 CALENDAR 5 Executive Board Meeting, Monday, 10:00 a.m. at the home of Lori Holt. 6,7 SOVA Roundtable at Sea Pines Country Club, Hilton Head Island, S.C. This year’s theme will be “Shine On”. Guild participants: Josie Gibboney, Sharon Kasica and Kim Jones. 6,7 Music In The Middle, Tuesday and Wednesday, 9:45 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., for Guilford County Middle Schools, at Grimsley High School. Linda Wilson, Chair; Lex Kulman and Alison Santiago, Vice Chairs. 7 Deadline for submitting items for November Guild Horn. 10 Big Band, Bourbon & Blandwood, Guild Fall Signature Event, Saturday, 7:00 – 11:00 p.m. Blandwood Mansion and Gardens. Sparkling chandeliers, bourbon tastings and the sounds of big band music add up to one magical evening! Kristie Smith and Laura Green, Co-Chairs. 14 Full Board Meeting, Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. social, 10:00 a.m. meeting at the home of Peggy Hamilton. 21 General Membership Meeting, Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. at the home of Rebecca Schlosser. Program: Rachel Holmes, Orchestral Music Director at Northwest Guilford High School speaking about our High School Partnership Program and the positive effects music has on our children. Joan Stevenson, Chair; Rhonda Barrett and Ronda Szymanski, Vice Chairs. 24 Greensboro Symphony POPS, Saturday, 8:00 p.m. at Westover Church, “Disney In Concert, Tale As Old As Time”. Join the GSO for a magical journey into storytelling and the music of Disney. Broadway talent with Animated Feature Films and Disney cartoon shorts bring a musical celebration to life. 29 Tanger Outlets Masterworks Concert, Thursday, 8:00 p.m. at Dana Auditorium. “Night of Mystery” features pianist, Cathal Breslin. Program will include The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, Liszt, Prokofiev and Saint-Saens. 30 Tanger Outlets Masterworks Concert, Friday, 8:00 p.m. at Dana Auditorium. “Night of Mystery” features pianist, Cathal Breslin. Program will include The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, Liszt, Prokofiev and Saint-Saens. A joint After Party gathering of Contemporaries and GSO young professionals’ Vivace group will follow. 31 Rice Toyota Sitkovetsky and Friends Chamber Concert, Saturday, 8:00 p.m. at UNCG School of Music, Theatre and Dance Recital Hall. Cathal Breslin, piano. Selections include Poulenc Sonata for Flute & Piano, Prokofiev Selections from Romeo & Juliet and Cinderella and Ravel’s Sonata for Violin and Piano.