Odessa Symphony Guild

2021-2022 ODESSA SYMPHONY GUILD

For over 60 years the Odessa Symphony Guild (OSG) has supported the Midland-Odessa Symphony & Chorale. The OSG was formed in 1958 by a group of ladies eager to bring fine arts and culture to West Texas through volunteer work and financial support of local musicians. Through the years OSG has become a non-profit organization that continues the passion of its original members. The guild has raised thousands of dollars and volunteered countless hours to help fund and support the MOSC. In return, MOSC is able to provide our community with educational programs and top-notch concerts which is truly a blessing we hope to see continue to grow for future generations.

Active members, patrons, Belles, and Beaux support the MOSC by donating financially or through volunteering their time. Volunteers promote concerts, sell memberships, usher and assist concert goers, host receptions, serve musicians, prepare for Symphony SoundBites, and attend concerts. In order to introduce students to the arts as well as service in our community, the OSG established the Belle and Beaux program for young men and women in the 9th-12th grades. During these 4 years of service we are molding the future leaders of our community as well as instilling an appreciation of the arts.

With all of the uniqueness of the past year, we were able to still support MOSC through the funds raised at our annual ball. In 2022, we hope to be back in full swing with our Symphony Gala Ball being held in February. This is a special event for all of our Belles and Beaux, but also an evening to highlight our seniors and their accomplishments who have served the Guild during their 4 years of high school. Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors are presented as well to honor their time served. We invite you to join us in celebrating these students and their many accomplishments in our community.

I am delighted to serve as the OSG president for the 2021-2022 season. There are many exciting things in store as we return to a normal lifestyle and are able to enjoy all of the concerts and activities MOSC has in store. We have a dedicated board ready to hit the ground running and eager Belles and Beaux anxious to serve. Congratulations to the Midland-Odessa Symphony Chorale on their years of success and I look forward to many more years of the musical enjoyment they provide.

Kelli Stone 2021-2022 President Odessa Symphony Guild