The Winston-Salem Symphony Crescendo Campaign is the backbone of our organizational funding. Your contributions allow us to continue to present quality programming and enriching educational opportunities that improve the quality of life for everyone in our community. A contribution today to the Crescendo Campaign is an investment in our community, the Winston-Salem Symphony, the education of our children and the quality of life in our region.

 

 

 

2011-2012 Crescendo Campaign Levels and Benefits

As loyal supporters of the Winston-Salem Symphony, Donors will receive the following benefits based on their level of giving.

Patron’s Circle

SPONSOR: Up to $149

• A subscription to Music Matters, the Winston-Salem Symphony’s periodical newsletter
• Your name will be listed in the Spring issue of Music Matters
• Invitation to attend the Symphony Annual Meeting

BENEFACTOR: $150-$499

All Sponsors benefits, plus

• Priority notice of season programs, guest artists, and special events
• Your name will be prominently listed in the Symphony’s Season Program

GRAND PATRON: $500-$999

All Benefactor benefits, plus:

• Two invitations to a special donor dress rehearsal and brunch reception (Fair Market Value: $20)

 

Maestro’s Circle

The Maestro’s Circle is an elite group of loyal Winston-Salem Symphony supporters who donate $1,000 and above to the Crescendo Campaign.  As part of this special circle, supporters benefit by being an important part of Winston-Salem Symphony’s continued success. Members enjoy pre-concert and intermission access to Conductor’s Club on the 10th floor of the Steven’s Center, invitations to exclusive events, membership to an exclusive circle of symphony lovers, and much more.

Membership Includes*:

A lapel pin that can be worn at each concert indicating Maestro’s Circle status

Pre-concert and intermission access to Conductor’s Club at all Classics series concerts at the Stevens Center

The Conductor’s Club is located on the 10th Floor of University of North Carolina School of the Arts Stevens Center. Opening an hour prior to all Classic’s Concerts, this open bar offers an exclusive opportunity for Maestro’s Circle members to mingle and enjoy a reception prior to the performance. Then, members are invited back up to enjoy a cocktail at intermission.

Access to From the Podium, pre-concert talks by Associate conductor, Matthew Troy
These pre-concert talks give Maestro’s Circle members an inside look at the upcoming performance. Talks consist of historical information, musical connections, and special insight into what you are about to hear.

Invitation for two people to a private Season Preview and Maestro’s Circle Recognition Event
The Season Preview gives Maestro’s Circle members the unique opportunity to be the FIRST to know what the upcoming season will hold. The Maestro’s Circle Recognition Event is an annual special event where the Winston-Salem Symphony thanks our Maestro’s Circle donors for being such an important part of our season’s success.

Priority invitations to Symphony Occasions exclusively for Maestro’s Circle members
Past events have included cocktail parties, special dinners on the 10th floor of the Steven’s Center, and much more.

Priority status for subscription seating upgrade and change requests for new series seating (when available)

Based upon your level of giving, your name will appear in the season program under the following levels:

BATON: $1,000-$2,499

SILVER BATON: $2,500-$7,499

GOLDEN BATON: $7,500-$9,999

PLATINUM BATON: $10,000-$14,999

EMERALD BATON: $15,000-$19,999

DIAMOND BATON: $20,000+

*Benefits of the Maestro’s Circle Membership fair market value: $140

 

 

For more information please contact:

Sheila Virgil
VP for Patron and Institutional Advancement
(336) 725-1035, ext. 215
svirgil@wssymphony.org

Lauren Pashke
Development Manager
(336) 725-1035, ext. 225
lpashke@wssymphony.org