Volunteer Notes A PUBLICATION OF THE LEAGUE OF AMERICAN ORCHESTRAS VOLUNTEER COUNCIL

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Special Award Edition 2023

Loretta H. Davenport, Volunteer Notes Editor | lhdavenportjd@aol.com

In This Issue

Announcing the 2022 Award Winning Projects

Classic Award

Gold Awards of Excellence

Spotlight Awards

Hear about these Award Winning Projects at Conference

2022-2023 League Volunteer Council

Announcing the 2022 Award Winning Projects

Greetings!

We are delighted to announce the recipients of the 2022 Gold Award of Excellence, the Spotlight award winners and the Classic award winner. As part of the Council’s effort to gather and share information, ideas, and best practices, each year we invite volunteer organizations to submit their projects and events in support of their orchestras for award consideration. Every year, we are awed by the submissions, which display boundless energy, imagination, creativity, and most importantly, the commitment to local orchestras and classical music as an art form. We appreciate and congratulate all of the organizations who took the time to enter and share their successes with us.

The winning projects display a range of ideas and approaches that will be sure to provide inspiration! Please enjoy this “first look” and plan to attend the 2023 League of American Orchestras National Conference in Pittsburgh this June where these projects will be showcased. Click here to register for Conference. Entries are now being accepted for the 2023 Gold Award. Learn more about the Gold Award including the online submission form.

Classic Award

“SYMPHONY BOOK FAIR 2022”

Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra Volunteers

Barbara Sands, President

"As the saying goes, 'Through rain, sleet, hurricanes, and unreasonably high humidity…. "

Volunteers of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra come together no matter the weather to accept donations for their annual Symphony Book Fair. You will surely be impressed by how they have kept their volunteers motivated and the community engaged in this event that is going into its 70th year, a classic to be sure!

Gold Awards of Excellence

“PRESIDENT'S LUNCHEON AND STYLE SHOW"

Houston Symphony League

Cheryl Byington, President

“A classic never goes out of style! Our President’s Luncheon and Style Show gave us great ideas on how to dress for concerts and balls as well as volunteer activities in support of the Houston Symphony.”

A style show and a volunteer fair for attendees to learn about and sign up for upcoming events proved to be the recipe for increased engagement!

“70th ANNIVERSARY GALA CELEBRATION"

Peninsula Committee, Los Angeles Philharmonic

Tricia Paulsen, President

"To compete for donor dollars in a highly competitive market, ensure your fundraising campaign tells a compelling story.” The Peninsula Committee did just that, raising over $100,000 for the LA Philharmonic.

“KENTUCKY DERBY PARTY”

FRIENDS of the Minnesota Symphony Orchestra

Cindy Olmanson, President

A Kentucky Derby party successfully raised “fun and funds” for the Friends of the Minnesota Symphony Orchestra’s annual luncheon. This themed luncheon had everyone excited about “derby style” and ready to bid high to support their orchestra!

“SYMPHONY SPLENDOR GARDEN TOUR”

Pittsburgh Symphony Association

Diane Unkovic, President

“Looking for an innovative idea to grow your audience? Consider this: take guests on an escape featuring the sounds of a cello as they walk through a bamboo forest. This is not a fantasy: it is the Pittsburgh Symphony Association Garden tour!”

“PICTURE THE MUSIC”

St. Louis Symphony Volunteer Association

Kent McNeil, President

“For more than 30 years, the SLSO Volunteer Association has presented ‘Picture the Music’ as a cross-curricular art competition. ‘Picture the Music’ harnesses the power of creative expression to inspire students to get involved and stay involved in music.”

SPOTLIGHT AWARDS

“SING TO ME SYLVIE”

Friends of the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra

Paula Abernathy, President

Friends of the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra believe you should not have to reside in Los Angeles to attend a premier of a new film by an upcoming artist. They brought the Los Angeles lifestyle home as a fundraiser for the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra

“CAR RAFFLE 2021”

Volunteers for Symphony: Quad City Symphony Orchestra

Darlene Link, President

The Volunteers for Symphony 2021 Car Raffle raised $22,000 for the orchestra’s music education programs by using innovative marketing strategies.

“THE UPSCALE SALE”

Spokane Symphony Associates

Janet Lambarth, President

"Wondering what to do with all those place settings? That too big but still beautiful rug...?" Residents of Spokane are presented the opportunity to support their local symphony by donating to the annual Upscale Sale, which includes high quality household items of all kinds.

Hear about these Award Winning Projects at Conference

The award winners will present their projects at sessions for volunteers conducted by the Volunteer Council during the League of American Orchestras’ National Conference, hosted by the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, June 14-16, 2023. Register here.

2022-2023 LEAGUE VOLUNTEER COUNCIL

Our Mission

The purpose of the Volunteer Council is to support the mission of the League of American Orchestras by providing leadership, communication, and a resource link between the League and orchestra volunteers.

Leadership Committee

Janet Cabot, President (Madison, WI)
Laurie Skjerseth, President-Elect (Davenport, IA)
Bruce Colquhoun, Conference Chair (Spokane, WA)
Darlene Clark, Conference Chair-Elect (Houston, TX)
Julie Meredith, Immediate Past President (Arnold, MD)

Members

Loretta Davenport (Chicago, IL)
Marena Gault (Dallas, TX)
Barbara Lake (Los Angeles, CA)
Kathy Leibrand (Kansas City, MO)
Charlotte Lewis (New Orleans, LA)
Ginny Lundquist (Detroit, MI)
Florence Mc Lean (Baltimore, MD)
Paula McReynolds (Waco, TX)
Irene Sohm (Santa Rosa, CA)
Maggie Stehman (Washington, D.C.)

Ex-Officio Members

Tresa Radermacher, Dyer, IN | Sustainer Liaison
Camille Williams, Little Rock, AR | Sustainer Liaison-Elect
Marylou Turner, Kansas City, MO | Sustainer Mentoring Program
Melanie Hausmann, League of American Orchestras | Staff Liaison
Douglas Hagerman, League of American Orchestras | President of the Board of Directors
Simon Woods, League of American Orchestras | President & CEO

Appreciate

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