WKSU TO REBROADCAST ASO’s 60th ANNIVERSARY CONCERT THIS SUNDAY MAY 13
May 11, 2012
WKSU, 89.7 FM, will re-broadcast the Akron Symphony Orchestra’s American Visions: 60th anniversary concert starting at 3:00 pm this Sunday, May 13, 2012.
The concert will be re-broadcast in its entirety, beginning with Barber’s Adagio for Strings, which was played as a tribute to longtime Akron Symphony violinist, Ping Yu, who passed away in March.
Following the Adagio for Strings, listeners will hear America the Beautiful, performed by the Akron Symphony Chorus from the top balcony at EJ Thomas Performing Arts Hall. The full concert program will then follow, starting with Chris and Dave Brubeck’s Ansel Adams: America followed by Roger Zahab’s Akron Chronogram, which made its World Premiere at this concert. The Akron Symphony’s 60th anniversary concert concludes with Dvorak’s Symphony No. 9 “From the New World.”
For WKSU’s complete classical music schedule, visit www.wksu.org/classical. WKSU is the Akron Symphony Orchestra’s official classical music partner.
FANFARE 2012: 60TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION FUNDRAISER
May 11, 2012
A gala 60 years in the making; a community united around a goal; an event you don’t want to miss. This is FANFARE 2012! We invite you to be part of a unique celebration honoring the Akron Symphony Orchestra and Greater Akron Musical Association (GAMA), a community gem that’s celebrating our diamond anniversary.
This year’s FANFARE gala Co-Chairs are Donna Valentine and Brian Fortney. Honorary Chair, Summit County Executive, Russ Pry, will also be in attendance, along with the entire FANFARE 2012 Committee.
FANFARE 2012 is a black tie dinner and Sotheby’s-style oral auction that benefits the Akron Symphony. It’s an opportunity for supporters, patrons and community leaders to come together for celebration, music making, and philanthropy. We hope you will become part of our tradition by helping us celebrate our 60th anniversary at the Hilton Akron/Fairlawn on Saturday, May 19th at 6 pm.
This year’s goal is to raise $60,000 in honor of the Akron Symphony’s 60th anniversary.
“Our oral auction is the primary method by which we will raise funds at FANFARE 2012,” said Donna Valentine, co-chair of FANFARE 2012. “Proceeds will directly benefit the Greater Akron Musical Association and Akron Symphony programs.”
FANFARE 2012 will feature several amazing oral and silent auction items, including an original musical composition, a four-hand piano performance by the Westuizen Duo, Pierre and Sophia van der Westuizen, a trip to the Ritz Carlton in Naples, Florida at Tiberon, a Nashville Music City tour, a Rubber Baron’s Dinner, an Akron Symphony Stage Experience, a Paranormal Lights Out Tour of Simon Perkins Mansion, flight lessons, dinner with the Maestros, a barrel of wine, a couple of sports and arts packages, and more!
Entertainment will include exclusive mini-performances by opera singer, Dan Doty, the Akron Symphony Orchestra’s Poulenc Trio led by Assistant Conductor, Levi Hammer, a duet by Levi Hammer and Akron Symphony Chorus Director, Maria Sensi Sellner and Akron Symphony violinist, Steve Ostrow.
The FANFARE 2012 Committee has been hard at work planning a fabulous evening that will also include a historic dress display sponsored by the Summit County Historical Society and Goodwill’s Vintage Collection, an amazing 60th anniversary cake created by Acme, and a few fun surprises.
To commemorate the Akron Symphony’s diamond anniversary, a diamond ring valued at over $10,000 will also be raffled at FANFARE 2012. Only 100 tickets are available for this spectacular raffle. Tickets are $100 each and can be purchased by contacting the Akron Symphony office or one of the FANFARE 2012 Committee members.
For 60 years, the Akron Symphony has invested in our community by providing quality music, innovative programs and educational opportunities. At FANFARE 2012, the greater Akron community will rally around the Akron Symphony to raise $60,000 in just one night to support the mission and vision of this musical treasure.
GAMA and the Akron Symphony are grateful to our FANFARE 2012 Sponsors, including: Brouse McDowell, Lisle M. Buckingham Fund of the Akron Community Foundation, FirstEnergy Foundation, First Merit Bank, Omnova Solutions Foundation, AkronLife, Cleveland Magazine, Akron Beacon Journal/Ohio.com, Acme, Summit County Historical Society and Goodwill Industries.
For more information about FANFARE 2012, visit www.akronsymphony.org/fanfare2012, call 330-535-8131 or email fanfare@akronsymphony.org. Reservations are due no later than Monday, May 14. Tickets start at $175. Donations are also being accepted to help us reach our $60,000 goal.
THANK YOU TO THE FANFARE 2012 COMMITTEE
- Brian Fortney and Donna Valentine, co-chairs
- Russ Pry, Honorary Chair
- Joe Abraham
- Sophie Albrecht
- Rita Amonett
- Madeline Bozzelli
- Catherine Brulport
- Richard Dee
- Laura Fink
- Susan Flowers
- Teresa Good
- John Grafton
- Joanne Green
- Jason Hazen
- Mary Ann Jackson
- Debi Kilivris
- Rick Krochka
- Meghan MacDonald
- Tim Morison
- Ellen Otto
- Renee Pipitone
- Jim Simon
- Lisa Swan
EXCLUSIVE FANFARE AUCTION PREVIEW
May 11, 2012
CELEBRATE WITH US – RSVP BY MAY 14!
May 2, 2012
There’s still time to make reservations for FANFARE 2012. Don’t miss your opportunity to celebrate our 60th anniversary at this one-of-a-kind gala.
CONCERTS FOR KIDS HAPPENS MAY 1-11
April 23, 2012
Concerts for Kids presents the timeless tale of Peter and the Wolf with narration and actors provided by The Magical Theatre Company.
AKRON YOUTH SYMPHONY PRESENTS SPRING CONCERT APRIL 29TH
April 23, 2012
Join us at the Cuyahoga Falls High School auditorium for the Akron Youth Symphony’s final concert of this season at 3 pm on Sunday, April 29th. Then be sure to join us May 1 for the AYS Chamber Concert. Read more
Relay for Life presents ‘An Evening with Levi Hammer’, ASO Assistant Conductor
April 23, 2012
Relay for Life of Wadsworth invites the community to attend a piano recital performed by Levi Hammer Thursday, April 26, which will benefit the American Cancer Society, at Grace Lutheran Church, located at 146 High St.
Hammer is Assistant Conductor for the Akron Symphony Orchestra and Music Director for the Akron Youth Symphony. He is known as a conductor and pianist of remarkable range and versatility.
Tickets, which cost $15 each, are available by calling Vicki at 330-334-3641 or any Relay for Life team member. Survivors and children under 12 will be admitted at no cost.
Doors will open at 6 p.m. for seating, with the hour-long concert beginning at 7 p.m. From 8-9 p.m., guests will have the opportunity to meet with Hammer while enjoying coffee, desserts and raffles.
For more information, visit www.relayforlife.org/wadsworth.
AKRON SYMPHONY CHORUS SPRING CONCERT CELEBRATES THE ASO’S 60TH ANNIVERSARY ON SUNDAY, APRIL 22
March 26, 2012
The Akron Symphony’s 60th anniversary weekend continues with the Akron Symphony Chorus Spring Concert on Sunday, April 22 at 3:30 pm. Read more
Concerts for Kids presents Peter and the Wolf May 1-11
March 26, 2012
The Akron Symphony’s series, Concerts for Kids, returns in 2012 with the timeless tale Peter and the Wolf. Read more
AMERICAN VISIONS CONCERT ON 4/21 TO FEATURE THE AKRON CHRONOGRAM WORLD PREMIERE
March 9, 2012
The centerpiece of our 60th anniversary season is a unique collaboration between the Akron Symphony and the Akron Art Museum, two distinguished area arts organizations – one a master of images, the other of orchestral sound. Both have deep roots in Akron’s community and culture. Read more
