LETTER FROM THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND BOARD CHAIR
Dear Friends of Palm Beach Symphony,
As we reflect on the 2024–2025 season, we are filled with immense pride and gratitude for a record-breaking year defined by artistic excellence, deepening community impact, and an unwavering commitment to music education.
Under the inspired leadership of Music Director Gerard Schwarz, our Masterworks Series showcased worldrenowned guest artists, including cellist Julian Schwarz; violinists Leonidas Kavakos and Gil Shaham; and pianists Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Garrick Ohlsson, Anne-Marie McDermott, and Kevin Kenner.
This season also marked the debut of The Encore, our seventh Masterworks concert sponsored by Park Foundation, Patrick and Milly Park. The evening opened with a milestone event: a community-wide Side-by-Side performance that united 181 instrumentalists from across Florida. Seventy-three Symphony musicians performed alongside 108 community members ranging in age from 11 to 81 representing 19 K–12 schools, 7 colleges, and more than two dozen local ensembles. Bonds were forged, talents shared, and the joy of music-making celebrated in a moving performance of Brahms’ Academic Festival Overture.
The Dale A. McNulty Children’s Concert Series continued to enchant young audiences with the world premiere of Cinderella and the Orchestra. Five live performances introduced nearly 3,400 Palm Beach County students to the symphonic experience. Since its inception in 2016, our Instrument Donation Program has gifted 898 instruments and more than 2,600 accessories to musicians. This season’s education initiatives were further strengthened by a $250,000 matching grant from Paul and Karen Levy, which doubled the impact of community support and expanded our ability to reach more students across Palm Beach County.
It was another record-setting year for ticket sales, with a 10.8% increase over last year’s historic results, signaling growing enthusiasm across the community. Our A Standing Ovation Gala, chaired by Susan and Bob Wright, welcomed 420 esteemed guests and raised more than $850,000 in support of our mission. The Eighth Annual Holly Jolly Symphony Fête luncheon brought together 425 guests and raised over $450,000, all while spreading holiday cheer. Meanwhile, the sold-out Swings for Strings Golf Invitational raised over $100,000 in support of our education initiatives.
We also proudly welcomed Kewan Smith as our new Director of Development, whose strategic leadership will enhance donor engagement and community outreach for Palm Beach Symphony. This season, we were joined by five new board members, including Carol Baxter, Mary Demory, Percy Kavasmaneck, Ph.D., Martha Rodriguez, M.D., and Adam Wolek, who bring valuable insight and renewed energy to our growing organization.
With deep respect and admiration, we also remember Paul Goldner, a devoted board member, visionary donor, and the founding inspiration behind The Paul and Sandra Goldner Conservatory of Music. His enduring commitment to music education has left a legacy that continues to uplift and transform young lives.
As detailed in this 2024–2025 Impact Report, Palm Beach Symphony is poised for continued growth and innovation driven by the steadfast support of advocates like you. Your belief in our mission empowers us to engage, educate, and entertain through the transformative power of music. We are honored to have you by our side!
David H. McClymont Chief Executive Officer
James R. Borynack Board Chair
Photography by Indiehouse Films Capehart Photography
OVERVIEW
When Palm Beach Symphony was founded in 1974 as the first professional orchestra in Palm Beach County, we only performed a few concerts each season with a part-time conductor and volunteer staff. Since then, the Symphony has seen extraordinary development, including new milestones in community outreach, music education, programming and fundraising. In its 51st season, the Symphony continues its strong momentum of growth under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer David McClymont. Music Director Gerard Schwarz is leading spirited performances of Masterworks concerts with an orchestra that reaches 90 players, the mark of a major symphony orchestra.
Recognized by The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County with a 2020 Muse Award for Outstanding Community Engagement, Palm Beach Symphony also continues to expand its education and community outreach programs. Children’s concerts, Artist-inResidence coaching students, masterclasses, instrument donations, and free public concerts have reached more than 90,000 students and lifelong learners in recent years.
In addition to conducting the Masterworks concerts, Music Director Schwarz also conducted the Dale A. McNulty Children’s
Concert Series, and the orchestra recorded it for television through a partnership with South Florida PBS. Palm Beach Symphony attracted more members, subscribers, and single ticket buyers to its blockbuster season of world-class concerts with renowned artists. Performances at the Kravis Center were crowd pleasers, with thousands attending in-person at Dreyfoos Hall. Our partnership with CBS 12 of Sinclair Broadcast Group aired a best-of edition of our Sounds of the Season holiday concert, which reached more than 100,000 people.
We offered multiple membership options such as our Impresario Society, Prelude Society, and Young Friends which play a leading role in the Symphony’s efforts to deliver spirited Masterworks concerts with world-class guest artists. Through these patrons’ combined support, the Masterworks Season provided inspiring classical music performances by virtuoso soloists with first-rate orchestral musicians conducted under Music Director Gerard Schwarz’s baton.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit cultural arts organization, we are committed to enhancing the communities in which we perform. Palm Beach Symphony dedicates its efforts to expand its reach, bringing classical music to people of all ages, backgrounds, and life experiences.
MISSION
The mission of Palm Beach Symphony is to engage, educate and entertain the greater community of the Palm Beaches through live performances of inspiring orchestral music.
“We’re incredibly grateful for the unforgettable opportunity to perform at the Kravis Center alongside your outstanding musicians. For our students, it was more than a concert — it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that inspired and uplifted them. Thank you to Palm Beach Symphony and its supporters for making memories like this possible.”
— Tiffany Cox, music educator (trombone) (May 2025)
“Palm Beach Symphony once again proved that they now rank with America’s top orchestras… Gerard Schwarz has built an orchestra worth hearing….Palm Beach Symphony’s performance of Tchaikovsky’s 6th, the Pathetique, reminded us of how great they can be. It was another refined performance from the baton of Maestro Schwarz verging on complete perfection.”
— Rex Hearn, Seabreeze Publications (January 2025)
“Palm Beach Symphony is a world class group of brilliant musicians and I was thrilled to see them perform… Before the concert, students from [Bak Middle] School of the Arts performed on the Kravis Center’s majestic staircase in the Grand Hall where people enter. What a treat it was to see the best and brightest young musicians show off their skills…!”
— Victoria Schneps-Yunis, Dan’s Papers Palm Beach (February, 2025)
ENGAGEMENT
88 Community Outreaches
217 Specialized Instrumental Coaching Sessions
477
Instructional Contact Hours with Students and Palm Beach Symphony Musicians
15,821 Students and Lifelong Learners Reached
23,716 People Engaged through Live Activities
Our community outreach events serve as the cornerstone of our efforts to reach Palm Beach County’s broad and diverse community. At Palm Beach Symphony, we believe in the power of music to create meaningful connections. That’s why we offer a variety of community outreach programs that allow us to engage with members of the community beyond our concert venue. From miniconcerts throughout Palm Beach County to memorable experiences in hospitals and awarding monetary and in-kind prizes to artists, we utilize the power of music to positively impact the lives of those we serve. As the season advanced, the Symphony engaged in
many opportunities in collaboration with valued community partners – Cultural Council for Palm Beach County, Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, National Endowment for the Arts, PNC Foundation, Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, TeamWork Education Foundation Inc., Rickel Foundation, Findlay Galleries, Cox Science Center and Aquarium, Norton Museum of Art, The Boca Raton, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Florida Atlantic University, Hospital for Special Surgery, and Brooke USA just to name a few - allowing us to offer these excellent programs that vastly enrich our community.
This year we completed 5 Orchestra Community Outreach Performances by Palm Beach Symphony Musicians.
Highlights include:
• Orchestra Outreach with Music Director Gerard Schwarz and soloist Anne-Marie McDermott at Community Church of Vero Beach
• Orchestra Outreach for Lady in Red/ Life Gala with Guest Conductor Matthew Cooperman at The Breakers Palm Beach
• Orchestra Outreach for Brooke USA “An Evening of Divertimentos and Dressage” with Guest Conductor Kyle Elgarten at the Jim Brandon Equestrian Center
• Orchestra Outreach with Assistant Conductor Yun Xuan Cao for Private Event at The Wick Theatre & Museum Club
• Performance for Sarah Bazile Recital at Palm Beach County Convention Center
This year we completed 67 Community Outreach Performances by Palm Beach Symphony Musicians and Fellows.
Highlights include:
• Harpist at Pre-Holly Jolly Gift Gathering Cocktail Party at CIBC Bank Palm Beach
• Fellows String Trio for Young Friends Seaside Social at Scott Diament Residence
• Guitarist/Vocalist for Prelude Society & Young Friends Event at The Benzaiten Center for the Creative Arts
• String Quartet for Swings for Strings at Wellington National Golf Club
• Guitarist and Pianist for the 4th Annual Impresario Society Dinner in partnership with Lugano at the Johnson Residence
• Brass Duo at Cox Science Center and Aquarium’s “Winter Wonderland Laser Lights and Bites”
• Fellows String Quartet for the Artisans of Wine & Food at The Boca Raton
• PBS String Quartet for Candlelight Concert at Palm Beach Yacht Club
• Instrument Petting Zoo at the “Kravis Block Party” at Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
MUSIC, MAESTROS, AND MASTERS
Guests were captivated by a fascinating interactive panel discussion on how the arts and music fuel the body, mind and soul. The evening featured vignette musical performances by FAU faculty and Palm Beach Symphony musicians at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute on the Jupiter campus of FAU.
Palm Beach Symphony’s Guest Conductor Matt Cooperman, served as Moderator of the incredible panel of speakers that included Maestro Schwarz; Dr. Mitchell Hutchings, Director of FAU Opera Theatre and Founder of FAU Opera in Italy; Lucas Sanchez, Principal Timpani for Palm Beach Symphony and Florida Grand Opera; Dr. Kathleen Davenport, Orthopedic Specialist from Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS); Dr. Irena Kofman, FAU Director of Keyboard Studies and piano faculty of Italy’s Cremona International Music Academy; and Heather Young, head coach of the FAU women’s golf team.
The mission of the Randolph A. Frank Prize for the Performing Arts is to recognize and reward individual performing artists and dedicated educators who enrich the quality of the performing arts in Palm Beach County, Florida.
Randolph A. Frank Prize for the Performing Arts awardees from left to right are Emerging Artist winner Amrutha Murthy, Performing Artist Educator winner Nancy Beebe, and Performing Artist winner Evgeniya Antonyan.
NURTURING NOTES
As part of our Nurturing Notes initiative, Palm Beach Symphony brought comfort and joy to young patients at Palm Beach Children’s Hospital at St. Mary’s on December 3, 2024. Our Assistant Concertmaster Marina Lenau reached
50 children with the healing power of live music as she strolled throughout the hospital performing heartwarming songs on her violin. This intimate performance created moments of calm, connection, and hope during a challenging time, demonstrating how music can uplift spirits and nurture well-being beyond the concert hall.
SCHOOL OBSERVATION
The newly formed PBS Education and Community Outreach Committee observed two In-School Concerts performed by a PBS String Quartet comprised of principal musicians at The Conservatory School @ North Palm Beach.
• Residency observation by prospective donors at U.B. Kinsey/Palmview Elementary School of the Arts with Symphony Artist-in-Residence and PBS Principal Cello Claudio Jaffé
EDUCATE
Scan to watch a video of the impactful education activities through the Paul and Sandra Goldner Conservatory of Music.
TELLY AWARD WINNER!
REMEMBERING PAUL GOLDNER
A longstanding board member, donor, and visionary founder of the Goldner Conservatory of Music, Goldner was a remarkable champion of our mission. His unwavering generosity and passion for music education have left an indelible mark on our organization, profoundly influencing the lives of countless young musicians through our award-winning educational programs.
THE PAUL AND SANDRA GOLDNER CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC
Palm Beach Symphony creates impact through The Paul and Sandra Goldner Conservatory of Music. It provides music education initiatives that are constantly evolving to deepen and extend student learning opportunities. The program has positively impacted more than 90,000 students and lifelong learners in Southeast Florida in recent years.
Partially funded by a matching grant along with corporate sponsors and individual gifts, the Symphony offers vital music education programming which includes its Dale A. McNulty Children’s Concert Series, artist-inresidence programs, teacher resources, donated instruments, scholarships, awards and in-school concerts.
898 Instruments and 2,629 accessories and pieces of equipment have been donated since the inception of this program in 2016
TODD BARRON INSTRUMENT DONATION PROGRAM
The program is made possible through the generous support of donors who provide inkind donations and monetary contributions via our Todd Barron Instrument Donation Fund as well as the Rickel Foundation, PNC Foundation, and the Cultural Council Arts and Cultural Education Fund.
This year we partnered with TeamWork Education Foundation Inc. donated 62 violins through the Todd Barron Instrument Donation Program, which were distributed to the Florida Youth Orchestra, The Conservatory School @ North Palm Beach, and Berkshire Elementary School.
218 Instruments and 1,231 accessories and pieces of equipment donated in the 2024-2025 season
2024 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC TEACHER OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNER
Mickey Smith Jr.,
Associate Director of
Instrumental Arts of the Smith Conservatory of Music at The King’s Academy
RESIDENCIES AT SEVEN TITLE I SCHOOLS AND COACHINGS
PBS provided Artists-in-Residence for three orchestra programs and five band programs with generous support from the National Endowment for the Arts, Cultural Council Art and Cultural Education Fund, and William Robertson.
• Highland Elementary School
• Jeaga Middle School
• Northmore Elementary School of the Arts
• Palm Springs Middle School
• UB Kinsey/Palmview Elementary School of the Arts
• The Conservatory School @ North Palm Beach
• Lake Worth High School
Students Reached on a Continuous Basis
STEAM AT THE COX SCIENCE CENTER AND AQUARIUM
• One session of “Idiophonic Instruments” with Principal Cello Claudio Jaffé
• Two sessions of “Chromesthesia” with Section Violin Evgeniya Antonyan
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics)
814
18
Students Reached
Musician Instructional Contact Hours
3 STEAM Sessions
IN-SCHOOL CONCERTS
Generously funded by the Cultural Council Arts and Cultural Education and Nat King Cole Generation Hope, Inc.
• PBS Brass Quintet at Jeaga Middle School
• PBS String Quartet gave two performances at The Conservatory School @ North Palm Beach
• PBS String Quartet at UB. Kinsey/Palmview Elementary School of the Arts
• PBS Brass Duo for "Winter Wonderland Laser Lights and Bites" at Cox Science Center and Aquarium
5 In-School Concerts
18 Musician Instructional Contact Hours
975
Students Reached
INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION THROUGH A $250,000 MATCH
In 2024–2025, Palm Beach Symphony received a remarkable $250,000 matching grant from Paul and Karen Levy, doubling the power of every gift made toward our mission. Their leadership gift helped expand free children’s concerts, in-school music residencies, and the donation of instruments to underserved students across Palm Beach County. “Karen and I love music,” Paul Levy said. “The idea that we can help young children get access to it, learn it, participate in it and make music is one that's very exciting to us.” The Levys’ generosity ensures more young people have the chance to experience the joy and transformative power of live symphonic music.
PRE-CONCERT LOBBY PERFORMANCES AT KRAVIS CENTER
• Masterworks 1: Park Vista High School Marching Band
• Masterworks 2: Palm Beach Atlantic University Concert Choir
• Masterworks 3: Flamingo Brass
• Masterworks 4: Bak Middle School of the Arts Chamber String Orchestra
• Masterworks 5: Jazz Combo from West Boca Community High School
• Masterworks 6: The King’s Academy Jazz Band
• The Encore: Pre-Concert Activities with:
• Ballet Palm Beach
• Benzaiten Center for Creative Arts
• Cox Science Center and Aquarium
• Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
• Norton Museum of Art
• Palm Beach Dramaworks
• West Palm Beach Library Foundation
248 Students Reached 8,734 People Engaged Live
COMPLIMENTARY AND DISCOUNTED TICKETS
Thanks to the generous support of Ray and Jacqueline Farris, the 2024-25 season we were able to provide 1,294 students, educators, and their families with complimentary tickets to four of our five Dale A. McNulty Children’s Concert performances of “Cinderella and the Orchestra,” and most students attended the fifth concert at the Kravis Center for free or for $5.
Additionally, thanks to the generous support of PNC Foundation, James R. Borynack and Adolfo Zaralegui / FINDLAY Galleries, Patricia Kennedy, and Carol S. and Joseph Andrew Hays (in memory of Paul Goldner), we provided 875 complimentary tickets to all seven of our Masterworks Concerts including the Pre-Concert Performances provided by student and community ensembles.
Impacted 2,289 People
OPEN REHEARSAL
• Julian Schwarz, cello in Dreyfoos Hall at the Kravis Center
• Renaissance String Quartet Q&A and rehearsal observation via Perlman Music Program at private residence of their board member
• Community Side-by-Side Rehearsal
27 Students Reached
4 Contact Hours
3 Open Rehearsals
MASTERCLASSES AND SPECIAL CLINICS
Masterclasses:
• Cello Masterclass with Julian Schwarz, Dreyfoos Hall at the Kravis Center (pictured in the top photo)
• Piano Masterclass with Anne-Marie McDermott, Palm Beach Symphony Conference Room (pictured in the middle photo)
Special Clinics
• Maestro Gerard Schwarz led a clinic with 7th and 8th grade band students at The King’s Academy for 2024 IMTOTY winner Mickey Smith Jr.
• Maestro Gerard Schwarz led a with 9th-12th grade band students at West Boca Raton High School and Band Director Larry Shane (pictured in the bottom photo)
• Maestro Gerard Schwarz led a clinic with the 7th and 8th students in Symphony Orchestra at Bak Middle School of the Arts with String Director Nancy Beebe Winner of the 2025 Randolph A. Frank Prize for the Performing Arts in the Performing Arts Educator category
210 Students Reached
8 Contact Hours
5 Coachings
WINNERS
DALE A. MCNULTY CHILDREN’S CONCERTS
During the 2024-2025 season, the Dale A. McNulty Children’s Concert Series brought a magical new story to life with Cinderella and the Orchestra, an original family concert that blended classical music, art, and storytelling to captivate young audiences and their families. Set to Ottorino Respighi’s Gli Uccelli (The Birds) and featuring whimsical illustrations by Renata Rodrigues, the production followed Cinderella as she discovered her voice and her flute at a royal masquerade ball. With a heartwarming script by Jody Schwarz and music conducted by Maestro Gerard Schwarz, the concert offered an imaginative and inclusive way for children to experience orchestral music.
The production reached 3,369 attendees across five live performances, including 1,294 students and families who received complimentary admission thanks to the generous support of Ray and Jacqueline Farris. Performances included:
• Four student field trip concerts at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, The Kravis Center, and Duncan Theater
• A public family concert at the Eissey Campus Theater on October 26, 2024
LISA BRUNA B-MAJOR AWARD
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Flutist Thomas “Aidan” Gardner 1st Place Winner:
“Having an instrument like this is really important because it gives high school students like me the opportunity to achieve things that we probably couldn’t imagine... Now, this puts me much further than I thought I would have been.... It’s a donation for them, but it’s lifechanging to us.
I’m grateful.”
500
Public and private schools received the “Cinderella and the Orchestra” curriculum guide, reaching over 200,000 enrolled students in Palm Beach County
2025
Thomas “Aidan” Gardner, flute - 1st Place Winner (right) ; Malorie Bliss, cello - 2nd Place Winner (left) ; Alexander Rodriguez, euphonium - 3rd Place Winner (middle)
Eudora’s Fable:
The Shoe Bird
• Television airings of Eudora’s Fable: The Shoe Bird
• National broadcasts that concluded March 1, 2025
• Two Emmy Nominations in 2023
• Television airings of The Adventures of Peter and the Wolf
• National broadcasts airing from May 1, 2024 – April 31, 2026
• Two Emmy Nominations in 2024
• Television airings of The Carnival of MORE Animals
• Local airings on South Florida PBS from March 15, 2025 – March 14, 2026
• National broadcasts from August 1, 2025 – July 31, 2027
• 223 Public television stations across the country have voted to air our The Carnival of MORE Animals.
THE CARNIVAL OF more ANIMALS
Learn more about our Emmy Nominated children’s concert performances by scanning the QR code.
ENTERTAIN
nder the direction of Music Director Gerard Schwarz, Palm Beach Symphony had a record-breaking season that drew star virtuosos from across the world. Music Director Gerard Schwarz programmed inspiring orchestral works, leading the musicians of the Symphony to give sensational performances to our audiences at Dreyfoos Hall.
7 Masterworks Concerts
11,793 Tickets Sold
646 Subscribers
216 Lunch And Learn Tickets Sold
1ST Concert Sell-Out
MW1: NOVEMBER 10
Gerard Schwarz, conductor
Julian Schwarz, cello PROGRAM:
Ellen Taaffe Zwilich (b.1939) Celebration for Orchestra
Antonin Dvořák
Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191
Julian Schwarz, cello Intermission
Modest Mussorgsky orch. Maurice Ravel
Pictures at an Exhibition
This afternoon was generously underwritten by the Leonard and Norma Klorfine Foundation
MW3: JANUARY 13
Gerard Schwarz, conductor
Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano PROGRAM:
Jennifer Higdon blue cathedral
Maurice Ravel
Piano Concerto in G Major
Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano
Intermission
Tchaikovsky
Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74, “Pathétique”
This evening was generously underwritten by the Impresario Society
MW2: DECEMBER 10
Gerard Schwarz, conductor
Leonidas Kavakos, violin PROGRAM:
Christopher Theofanidis Rainbow Body
Johannes Brahms
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77
Leonidas Kavakos, violin Intermission
Antonin Dvořák
Symphony No. 7 in D Minor, Op. 70, B. 141
This evening was generously underwritten by Patricia Lambrecht / The Lambrecht Family Foundation
MW4: FEBRUARY 6
Gerard Schwarz, conductor
Gil Shaham, violin PROGRAM:
Ludwig van Beethoven
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61
Gil Shaham, violin Intermission
Gustav Mahler
Symphony No. 1 in D Major “Titan”
This evening’s Guest Artist was generously co-sponsored by Ari Rifkin/The Len-Ari Foundation and The Honorable Ronald A Rosenfeld
MW5: MARCH 2
Gerard Schwarz, conductor
Garrick Ohlsson, piano
PROGRAM:
Paul Creston Invocation and Dance, Op.58
Howard Hanson
Symphony No. 2, Op. 30, W45 “Romantic” Intermission
Sergei Rachmaninoff
Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18
Garrick Ohlsson, piano
This afternoon was generously underwritten by Thomas Harvey & Cathleen Black
MW6: APRIL 8
Gerard Schwarz, conductor
Anne-Marie McDermott, piano
PROGRAM:
William Grant Still
Threnody: In Memory of Jean Sibelius
Ludwig van Beethoven
Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Op. 15
Anne-Marie McDermott, piano
Intermission
Claude Debussy La mer
Maurice Ravel
Daphnis et Chloé Suite No. 2, M.57b
This evening was generously underwritten by the Impresario Society
As a special addition to the 2024–2025 Masterworks Series, The Encore marked the Symphony’s seventh concert of the season and a powerful celebration of community through music.
Held on May 19 at Kravis Center, the evening opened with a side-by-side performance of Brahms’ Academic Festival Overture featuring 181 musicians, including 108 community performers ages 11 to 81 alongside our 73 Symphony musicians. Music Director Gerard Schwarz led this inspiring collaboration, showcasing the power of shared musical experience.
We thank Park Foundation, Patrick and Milly Park for generously underwriting this unforgettable evening, as well as the local nonprofits who participated in our preconcert showcase.
THE ENCORE: MAY 19
Gerard Schwarz, conductor Kevin Kenner, piano
PROGRAM:
Johannes Brahms
Academic Festival Overture, Op. 80
Frédéric Chopin
Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor, Op. 21
Kevin Kenner, piano Intermission
Ludwig van Beethoven
Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67
This concert was graciously underwritten by Park Foundation, Patrick and Milly Park
““The concert…showed off the skills of an orchestra that continues its sharp improvement under music director Gerard Schwarz. In Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, the orchestra gave one of its finest performances…with unity, full, rounded tones and weight, as Schwarz guided the ensemble through the abrupt crescendos and sudden pianissimos that give the movement so much of its drama.”
— David Fleshler, South Florida Classical Review
HOLIDAY CONCERTS
THE SOUNDS OF FREEDOM:
Streaming and televised broadcasts reached audiences throughout the country:
• WPEC (CBS 12 NEWS) – July 4, 2024, 7-8pm
• WTVX (CW34) – July 6, 2024, 5-6pm
THE SOUNDS OF THE SEASON:
Palm Beach Symphony brings joyous warmth of the December holidays to viewers through its annual broadcast of The Sounds of the Season. Last season’s broadcast featured works from previous productions from the past four years.
• WTCN (My15) – December 21, 2024, 8-9pm
• WTVX (CW34) – December 22, 2024, 5-6pm
• WPEC (CBS 12 News) – December 24, 2024, 7-8pm
PHILANTHROPY, FUNDRAISING & SPECIAL EVENTS
The success of Palm Beach Symphony in advancing its mission through world-class performances, transformative music education, and meaningful community outreach depends on the generosity of charitable organizations and individuals. We are profoundly grateful to the patrons, foundations, government agencies, and corporate partners who made our 2024–2025 season possible.
In addition to a full season of concerts, educational programs, and outreach initiatives, Palm Beach Symphony presents a vibrant calendar of fundraising events, special occasions, and social gatherings that unite our community in support of the arts.
SPOTLIGHT ON PHILANTHROPY
• Meaningful gifts from individuals helped underwrite orchestra positions, concerts and guest artists: Leslie Rogers Blum, Carol and Thomas Bruce, Willard “Hank” Dow and Kelly Winter, Gerald Gibian and Marjorie Yashar, Thomas Harvey and Cathleen Black, Leonard and Norma KlorfineKlorfine Foundation, Gary and Linda Lachman-The Lachman Family Foundation, Patricia Lambrecht-The Lambrecht Family Foundation, Tish Messinger, Park Foundation, Patrick and Milly Park, Ari Rifkin-The Len-Ari Foundation, Karen Hunt Rogers, and The Honorable Ronald A. Rosenfeld.
• Support from patrons and corporations who sponsored fundraising and special events throughout the season: Carol and Harold Baxter, C. Kenneth and Laura Baxter Foundation, Inc., Mrs. James N. Bay, Lon and Richard Behr, JoAnne Berkow-Benzaiten Center for Creative Arts, Kathie Lee Bickham and John Bickham, Leslie Rogers Blum, Yvonne S. Boice Trust and Alfred Zucaro, James R. Borynack and Adolfo Zaralegui / FINDLAY Galleries, Carol and Thomas Bruce, Casa de Campo Resort & Villas, Marianne and John Castle, CIBC Private Wealth US, Citizens Private Bank, Amy and John T. Collins, CORPGOV, Suzanne Mott Dansby, Ray K. Farris, Mary and Will Demory, Scott Diament/Provident Jewelry, Susan Hurley Esson, Dr. Richard and Diane Farber/The Farber Family Charitable Fund, Fox Rothschild LLP, Bill and Kem FrickThe Frick Foundation, Gallivant ltd., John K. Garvey, Gerald Gibian and Marjorie Yashar, Paul* and Sandra Goldner, Arlette Gordon, Thomas E. Harvey & Cathleen P. Black Foundation, Carol S. and Joseph Andrew Hays, John D. Herrick, Dr. Peter Heydon, Addison Hines Charitable Trust, George and Lisa Hines, HSS-Hospital for Special Surgery, IPO Edge, Charles
and Ann Johnson/The C and A Johnson Family Foundation, Aban and Percy Kavasmaneck, Leonard and Norma Klorfine Foundation, Dorothy and Sidney Kohl, The Kovner Foundation, Patricia Lambrecht/The Lambrecht Family Foundation, Lugano, Marietta Muiña McNulty-McNulty Charitable Foundation, Tish Messinger, Jeanne H. Olofson, Oxford Financial Group, Ltd., Palm Beach Design Masters/Joy Jalaeikhoo and Carl Vasile, Palm Beach Media Group, Park Foundation, Patrick and Milly Park, Nancy and Ellis J. Parker, III, PNC Private Bank, Private Cask Imports Inc./Sophia and Many Burnichon, Lois Pope, Ruby Rinker, Dr. Marcia Robbins-Wilf & Dr. Perry Robbins, Dr. Martha Rodriguez and Dr. Jesus Perez-Mendez, Karen Hunt Rogers, Anne E. and David R. Sauber, Robin B. Smith, Don and Mary Thompson, Jerome and Carol Trautschold, Sieglinde Wikstrom/The Wikstrom Foundation, The Ann Eden Woodward Foundation-James and Judy Woods, trustees, Susan and Bob Wright, and YAFA Signed Jewels, Maurice Moradof.
Symphony members with guest artist Julian Schwarz at the season’s first post-concert dinner
FOURTH ANNUAL IMPRESARIO SOCIETY DINNER
Lugano sponsored an exquisite one-of-a-kind dinner experience at the picturesque oceanfront home of Charles and Ann Johnson. Guests enjoyed a magical evening with fine music, gourmet cuisine and good company.
PRELUDE SOCIETY
Our newest membership level of support, The Prelude Society enjoyed an exciting season of successful events last season in support of Palm Beach Symphony. CORP GOV with its founder, John Jannarone at the helm, is the Principal Sponsor. Members enjoy a specially reserved Prelude Society area with complimentary champagne at each Masterworks concert before the performance and during intermission. Additional special events included a members only evening at Benzaiten Center for Creative Arts with a private glass-blowing demonstration and our complimentary “Curated Classics” Prelude evening atop The Ben, Autograph Collection guided by our Assistant Conductor, Yun Cao, featuring a vignette musical ensemble performance with harp and violin, complemented by champagne and lite bites.
Prelude members also enjoyed complimentary reserved seating at our Dale A. McNulty Children’s Concert Series annual Family Concert, “Cinderella and the Orchestra”, plus reserved seating at our Music Maestros and Masters event and exclusive attendance at the Palm Beach Show Kick-Off Party.
Curated Classics Event at The Ben, Autograph Collection
23RD ANNUAL GALA: A STANDING OVATION
Palm Beach Symphony’s 23rd Annual Gala, A Standing Ovation, was a resounding success, raising more than $850,000 in support of the Symphony’s artistic, education, and outreach programs. Held on February 17, 2025, at The Breakers Palm Beach, the evening was led by Gala Chairs Susan and Bob Wright, with Cathie Black and Tom Harvey serving as Honorary Chairs.
This elegant black-tie celebration began with cocktails in the Mediterranean Ballroom, followed by a glamorous dinner dance
and an exciting live auction in the Venetian Ballroom, all set to the electrifying music of the Danny Beck Band. More than 420 guests attended this unforgettable evening, which featured a captivating performance by Thomas “Aidan” Gardner, first-place winner of the Lisa Bruna B-Major Award.
Auction highlights included the popular Wall of Wine, a private recital with the B-Major Award winner, a four-night luxury golf getaway at Casa de Campo Resort & Villas, the Kennedy Center Honors Experience by Lugano, a Maestro for a Day experience, a private celebration and culinary evening with celebrity chef James Tahhan, and The Ultimate Southern France Escape by GALLIVANT ltd.
Gala Chairs Susan and Bob Wright and Honorary Chairs Cathie Black and Tom Harvey
Music Director Gerard Schwarz with Golden Baton Society Award recipient Norma Klorfine Palm Beach Symphony members Lois Pope, Maude Cook, and Ari Rifkin
EIGHTH ANNUAL HOLLY JOLLY SYMPHONY FÊTE
On Monday, December 16, 2024, Palm Beach Symphony hosted its Eighth Annual Holly Jolly Symphony Fête at the Cohen Pavilion at Kravis Center, raising $450,000 in support of the Symphony’s musicians, music education programs, and community outreach initiatives. More than 425 guests gathered to celebrate the season and raise critical funds benefiting student musicians and school music programs in need of instruments.
This festive luncheon was made possible through the leadership of the Palm Beach Symphony Ladies Guild; event chairs Carol and Thomas Bruce; honorary chairs Sheryne and Richard Brekus; vice-chairs Mary and Will Demory; the Host Committee; and the Music Men. A remarkable anonymous gift of $100,000 further expanded the Symphony’s community impact.
Major sponsors included presenting benefactors James R. Borynack and Adolfo Zaralegui / FINDLAY Galleries, and Charles and Ann Johnson; maestro grand benefactor Carol and Harold Baxter / Baxter Family Foundation; and concertmaster grand sponsors Dr. Martha Rodriguez, Dr. Jesus Perez-Mendez, and others. Grand sponsors Joy Pahlavan and Carl Vasile of Palm Beach Design Masters provided stunning décor, while Sophia and Manny Burnichon of Private Cask Imports contributed exceptional wines.
The event had a direct and measurable impact on local students. Educators and students from Berkshire Elementary School, Clewiston Middle School, and Park Vista High School received a total of 32 musical instruments, including 15 brand-new ones, ensuring students across Southeast Florida have the tools to thrive through music. A highlight of the celebration was the presentation of the 2024 Instrumental Music Teacher of the Year Award to Mickey Smith Jr., Associate Director of Instrumental Arts at The King’s Academy, underwritten by Carol S. and Joseph Andrew Hays.
Holly Jolly Chairs Thomas and Carol Bruce
SWINGS FOR STRINGS
Palm Beach Symphony continued to hit high notes with its annual golf tournament chaired by Todd Dahlstrom with support from Vice Chair Thomas D’Agostino, Jr. and Honorary Chair Doug Marty, raising over $100,000 and selling out. Generous support from Evoke Advisors, First Bank, Gottsegen Family Foundation, Jorge A Gutierrez Architect LLC, iThink Financial, PNC Private Bank, Publix Super Market Charities, Smart Source LLC, Tish Messinger, and Wellington National Golf Club, along with a successful silent auction led by Auction Chair Sarmite Bulte, contributed to the event’s success. We were also honored to welcome friends and family of the late Todd Barron to the Swings for Strings Crescendo After Dark in support of the instrument donation fund.
YOUNG FRIENDS OF PALM BEACH SYMPHONY
Young Friends of Palm Beach Symphony celebrated its 10th anniversary season with great growth in membership, surpassing the previous season by 18%, and support of the Symphony’s education initiatives. Highlights from the season included the donation of 28 instruments to The Conservatory School @ North Palm Beach at the Amrit Ocean Resort thanks to the generosity of TeamWork USA, a collaboration with the FICPA for a pre-concert social at the Hilton West Palm Beach, and a Palm Beach Show Kick-Off in collaboration with the Palm Beach Show, Provident Jewelry, and Friends of the Uffizi Gallery.
LUNCH AND LEARN
Palm Beach Symphony was proud to re-introduce the Lunch and Learn Series for the 2024-2025 season. Each session features a unique opportunity to dive deeper into the artistry behind our Masterworks concerts through an engaging series of lecture demonstrations, all paired with a delicious catered lunch.
These events offer behind-the-scenes insights from our experienced musicians, guest conductors, and our Music Director, Gerard Schwarz, in the welcoming and intimate setting of the Community Event Room at the Palm Beach Symphony offices, located in the Center for Philanthropy.
For our return season, the seven Lunch and Learn events welcomed 247 guests.
MEET ME IN THE MEZZANINE
Last season’s Meet Me in the Mezzanine saw the participation of numerous organizations at the Masterworks concerts, including the Leadership Business Council, Leadership Palm Beach County, The Breakers Palm Beach, Club Braman, Women’s Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County, Forum Club, Cultural Council for Palm Beach County, Nonprofits First, Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce, University of Miami Alumni group and NSAL Florida chapter. Attendees from these organizations had the exclusive opportunity to network on the Mezzanine both before the concerts and during intermission.
OVERALL IMPACT
ENGAGE
Community Outreach Events & Performances
75% Growth
2024-25: 107
2023-24: 61
2022-23: 52
Website Engagement
49% Growth
2024-25: 570,951
2023-24: 150,175
2022-23: 90,292
Social Media Followers
7% Growth
2024-25: 11,714
2023-24: 10,934
2022-23: 9,838
YouTube Impressions
64% Growth
2024-25: 1,577,197
2023-24: 960,000
2022-23: 950,200
ENTERTAIN
Memberships and Subscriptions
14% Growth
2024-25: 896
2023-24: 787
2022-23: 666
Total Ticket Sales
11% Growth
2024-25: 11,793
2023-24: 10,639
2022-23: 8,703
EDUCATE
Instrument Donations
Attendance at Fundraising Events
LT Luncheon Tickets
GT Gala Tickets
SS Swings for Strings
4% Growth 2024-25: 218 2023-24: 210
162
Accessory-Equipment Donations 20% Growth
1,025
396
Instructional Hours
*Includes life-long learners
FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
Palm Beach Symphony holds itself to high standards of financial management and transparency. It operates efficiently for the interest of our community. Palm Beach Symphony’s audited financial statements for 2024-2025 and the three prior years are summarized. Palm Beach Symphony worked closely with independent auditors from Templeton for 2024-2025 to ensure accurate financial information is available to members and the public.
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
ASSETS
Cash & Investments
Receivables
Other Assets
Total Assets LIABILITIES
Accounts Payable
Other Liabilities
Total Liabilities
NET ASSETS Without Donor Restrictions With Donor Restrictions
Total Net Assets
Total Liabilities and Net Assets
$ 3,538,023 $ 197,461 $ 195,444 $ 3,930,928
214,718 $ 698,931 $ 913,649 $ 2,616,534 $ 400,745 $ 3,017,279 $ 3,930,928
3,255,175
265,116
225,236
3,745,527
160,287
710,435
870,722 $ 2,752,252
122,553
2,874,805 $ 3,745,527
STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES
REVENUES
Contributions & Grants
Concerts & Special Events
Investment & Other Income
Total Revenues
EXPENSES
Program Services:
Orchestra & Symphony
Children’s Education
Total Program Services
SUPPORTING SERVICES
Management & General
Fundraising
Total Supporting Services
Total Expenses Change in Net Assets
2,557,975
1,532,941
321,898
4,412,814
2,378,501
769,257
3,147,758
366,409
756,173
1,122,582
4,270,340
2,474,481 $ 1,615,618 $ 465,772 $ 4,555,871 $ 2,233,454
719,226
2,952,680
268,698
725,912
994,610
3,947,290
2,495,624
163,512
69,150
2,728,286
221,458
462,062
2,146,491
2,266,224
2,728,286
2,686,540
97,664
336,302
3,120,506
263,751
154,497
418,248
2,463,393
238,865
2,702,258
3,120,506
A. Contributions and Grants: $ 2,557,975
B. Concerts and Special Events: $ 1,532,941
$ 2,332,174 $ 931,047 ($ 52,564) $ 3,210,657 $ 1,535,452 $ 445,070 $ 1,980,522
227,136
142,474 FOR THE YEAR ENDING MAY 31, 2025 REVENUE BY SOURCE
608,581
C. Investment Income: $ 321,898
FOR THE YEAR ENDING MAY 31, 2025 EXPENSES BY TYPE
D. Fundraising: $ 756,173 2023 $ 2,189,592 $ 1,105,146 $ 39,627 $ 3,334,365 $ 2,170,434 $ 568,426 $ 2,738,860 $ 158,150 $ 873,389 $ 1,031,539 $ 3,770,399 ($ 436,034)
664,935 $ 892,071 $ 2,872,593 $ 338,064
A. Orchestra and symphony: $ 2,378,501
B. Children’s education: $ 769,257
C. Management and general: $ 366,409
DONORS, STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS
Diamond Grand Benefactor
$1,000,000 and more
• Dora Bak*
Golden Baton Society
Patrick and Milly Park, Honorary Chairs
• Leonard and Norma Klorfine, The Klorfine Foundation
The McNulty Charitable Foundation
• Lois Pope
• Leslie Rose*
Impresario Society
Grand Impresarios
($100,000+)
James R. Borynack and Adolfo Zaralegui / FINDLAY Galleries
• Leonard and Norma Klorfine Foundation
• Park Foundation, Patrick and Milly Park
Impresarios
($75,000 - $99,999)
• Lugano
Patricia Lambrecht / The Lambrecht Family Foundation
Associate Impresarios
($50,000 - $74,999)
• Mrs. James N. Bay
• Ray K. Farris
• Bill and Kem Frick / The Frick Foundation, Inc.
• Thomas E. Harvey and Cathleen P. Black
John D. Herrick
Charles and Ann Johnson / The C and A Johnson Family Foundation
Gary and Linda Lachman / The Lachman Family Foundation
The Honorable Ronald A. Rosenfeld
Contributing Impresarios
($25,000 - $49,999)
• Kathy Lee Bickham and John Bickham
Cynthia and Jerome Canty
Amy and John T. Collins
Suzanne Mott-Dansby
• Willard “Hank” Dow and Kelly Winter
Gerald Gibian and Marjorie Yashar
• George and Lisa Hines
• McNulty Charitable Foundation
• Tish Messinger
• Ari Rifkin / The Len-Ari Foundation
Lois Pope
Dr. Martha Rodriguez and Dr. Jesus Perez-Mendez
• Karen Hunt Rogers
• Don and Mary Thompson
Sieglinde Wikstrom / The Wikstrom Foundation
Assistant Impresarios
($15,000 - $24,999)
JoAnne Berkow
• Tina and Jeffrey Bolton Family Fund
• Carol and Thomas Bruce
Leslie Rogers Blum
Jerome Claeys
Mary and Will Demory
• Michelle DuBois and James Roiter
• Diane and Dr. Richard Farber
Oxford Financial Group, Ltd.
Jo and Douglas E. Gressette Irwin and Janet Gusman
• Nancy and Ellis J. Parker, III
• Dr. Aban and Dr. Percy Kavasmaneck
Elaine Kay
David Moscow and Linda Klein
• Robin B. Smith
• Carol and Jerome Trautschold
• James and Judy Woods
Annual Support
Grand Benefactors
$100,000 and more
• Anonymous
• The Doris Hastings Foundation
• Board of County Commissioners Palm Beach County, the Tourist Development Council, and the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County
James R. Borynack and Adolfo Zaralegui / FINDLAY Galleries
• Leonard and Norma Klorfine Foundation
• Paul and Karen Levy
• Park Foundation, Patrick and Milly Park
Benefactors Gifts from $50,000 to $99,999
Mrs. James N. Bay
• Bill and Kem Frick / The Frick Foundation, Inc.
Walter Harper
Thomas E. Harvey and Cathleen P. Black
• Paul* and Sandra Goldner
• Ray K. Farris
• John D. Herrick
Charles and Ann Johnson /
The C and A Johnson Family Foundation
Gary and Linda Lachman / The Lachman Family Foundation
Patricia Lambrecht / The Lambrecht Family Foundation
Lugano
Tish Messinger
• The Honorable Ronald A. Rosenfeld
• Don and Mary Thompson
Susan & Bob Wright Gifts from $20,000 to $49,999
Cynthia and Jerome Canty Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation
• Carol and Harold Baxter / Baxter Family Foundation
• JoAnne Berkow
Kathy Lee Bickham and John Bickham
• Leslie Rogers Blum
• Carol and Thomas Bruce
• Jerome J. Claeys
• Amy and John T. Collins
CORPGOV - Mr. & Mrs. John Jannarone
• Suzanne Mott Dansby
• Chip DiPaula
• Herbert H. and Barbara C. Dow Foundation
• Willard “Hank” Dow and Kelly Winter
• Connie Frankino
Gerald Gibian and Marjorie Yashar
• Jo and Douglas Gressette
• Carol S. and Joseph Andrew Hays
• Addison Hines Charitable Trust
• GLH Hines Family Philanthropy Fund / George and Lisa Hines
• Y. Michele Kang
Michele and Howard Kessler / The Kessler Family Foundation
• The Kovner Foundation
• The Donald C. McGraw Foundation
The David Minkin Foundation
• The Honorable Bonnie McElveen-Hunter
McNulty Charitable Foundation
• Palm Beach Design Masters / Joy Jalaeikhoo and Carl Vasile
Nancy and Ellis J. Parker, III
PNC Private Bank
• Lois Pope
• Ari Rifkin and The Len-Ari Foundation
Dr. Martha Rodriguez and Dr. Jesus Perez-Mendez
• Karen Hunt Rogers
• Charles Frederick Schmidt
• Seth Sprague Foundation / Patricia Dunnington
• Robin Smith
• Carol and Jerome Trautschold
• Dr. Herbert Wertheim
• Sieglinde Wikstrom / The Wikstrom Foundation
Gifts from $10,000 to $19,999
Josephine duPont Bayard
• Jon and Pat Baker
• C. Kenneth and Laura Baxter Foundation, Inc.
Kathy and Gene Bernstein Eunice Bigelow
Yvonne S. Boice Trust and Alfred Zucaro
• Tina and Jeffrey Bolton Family Fund
• Danielle and Ron Bradley
• Richard and Sheryne Brekus
• Private Cask Imports, Inc. / Manny and Sophia Burnichon
Paul Broder & Kimberly Griffiths
• CIBC Wealth Management
• Citizens Private Bank
Todd and Julie Dahlstrom
Mary and Will Demory
Diane and Dr. Richard Farber
• Fox Rothschild LLP
• Eric Friedheim Foundation, Inc.
• John K. Garvey
• The Greenburg-May Foundation Inc
Ann R. Grimm
• Michelle DuBois and James Roiter
• Irwin and Janet Gusman
Hamilton Family Charitable Trust
• The Marsha and Carl Hewitt Foundation, Inc.
Dr. Peter Heydon / The Mosaic Foundation
• Hospital for Special Surgery
• The PHF Foundation / Pamela Howard
• Dr. Aban and Dr. Percy Kavasmaneck
Elaine Kay
David and Christina Kepner
Sanda and Jeremiah Lambert / Lambert Kayden Family Fund
Syndie Levien
• Richard K. Lubin Family Foundation
Chehrazad Mamri
Leni and Peter May
Marietta Muiña McNulty
Mary Bryant McCourt
• Maurice Moradof / Yafa Signed Jewels
David and Linda Moscow Foundation
• Norman and Susan Oblon
• Oxford Financial Group, Ltd.
• PNC Foundation
• William A. and Ronnie N. Potter Philanthropic Fund
• The Annette Urso Rickel Foundation
Anne E. and David R. Sauber
Dr. William H. and Mrs. Nancy K. Schneider
• The Estate of George Robert Spencer
Sherri Stephenson
• The Ann Eden Woodward Foundation / James and Judy Woods, trustees
Gifts from $4,000 to $9,999
• Berta Alberico
• James H and Marta Batmasian Foundation
C Gordon Beck III
Danny and Talia Bejarano
• Lon and Richard Behr
• Hans Bergstrom & Barbara Bergstrom
Edith Bjork
Kathleen Bleznak
The Walter & Adi Blum Foundation
• Thomas P. Boland
• Braman Motorcars
Honorable Nancy G. Brinker
Nancy M. Brown
William and Vanessa Brown
• Nannette Cassidy
• Gay Cinque
• Mr. and Mrs. J. Michael Cook
• Dr. Alexandra Cook
• Mary Cowan
• Mr. & Mrs. Howard Cox
• Thomas D’Agostino and Danielle Rollins
• Scott Diament / Provident Jewelry
Margaret C. Donnelley
Susan Hurley Esson
Raysa Fanjul
• Susan and Leonard Feinstein
• Barbara and Meyer Feldberg
• Lurana Figueroa
• First Bank
• Nathan Frank and Krystian von Speidel
• Ralph and Audrey Friedner
• Brenda Fritz
• George and Sandy Garfunkel
• Julie Geier
• David Genser
• Carole Gigliotti
Barbara Gilbert
Arlette Gordon
Michael Gottsegen
• Jill Hall and Austin Mehr
• Caroline Harless
• David Hess
• Priscilla Heublein
• Cathy Jacobson
• Robin and David Jaye
Lawrence Kaplan
Robert and Marjie Kargman
Dorothy and Sidney Kohl
• Christina and Jason Lamport
• Stephanie Lefes
• Robert M. Lichten
• The Lunder Foundation / Peter and Paula Lunder
The Harry T. Mangurian, Jr. Foundation Inc.
• Doug Marty / Wellington National Golf Club
• John R. Mertz and Harriet G. Mertz Trust
• Metals Mint / Eric Malcolmson
Michael McCafferty
David and Millie McCoy
Dawn Galvin Meiners
• Frank and Geri Morrow
• Georgia Mouzakis
• Nicholas and Catherine Noviello
Kitty and Dudley Omura
Ximena Pacheco-Veliz
• Anka Palitz
• Jeff and Liz Peek / Peek Family Foundation
The Raether Family Charitable Trust / KKR Financial Services Company LLC
Lady Susan Willis Reickert and Erick Reickert
• Robertson Family Fund / William Robertson
Elaine & Larry Rothenberg
• David Sarama
• Kevin Sanford and Mark Samuel
Gudrun Sawerthal
Jody and Maestro Gerard
Schwarz
• Esther Rosenberg Simon and David Simon
• Eda and Stephen Sorokoff
• Nancy Stone
• Bonnie and Thomas Strauss
• Laura Moore Tanne
• Dr. Arthur and Jane Tiger
• Bruce Trent
James Verrant
Mary Lou Wagner
Judith D. Zerfoss
Gifts from $2,000 to $3,999
Mary and Irwin Ackerman
• AKA West Palm Hotel Residences
Giselle Albrecht
Norka and Robert Aron
Brenna and Michael Barron
The Ben Hotel
• Bill Beadleston and Jackie Drake
Tom and Jody Block Charitable Fund / Mr. Thomas Block and Mrs. Joan D. Block
The Sandra and Stanley Bobb Family Foundation
• The Boca Raton
• Stanley and Roberta Bogen Charitable Foundation
Camille and Anthony Branca
• Sarmite Bulte and Steven Treiber
• PJ Callahan Foundation
Vanda and Patrick Carbone
Amelia Carter
Cary Stamp & Co.
• John and Marianne Castle
• Leila Chahine
• Vera Chapman
• Colin Chimienti and Patricia Flanagan
Donna and Andy Cook
• Maude Cook
• Angela Cortesio
• Dale Coudert
• Christopher and Susan Cowie
• Cox Science Center and Aquarium
• Cummings & Lockwood LLC
• Elizabeth DeBrule
• Holly and David Dreman
• Janet Ellis
• Stephen Epstein
• Glenn Espig
Stephanie Ernst
Evoke Advisors
Patricia and Edward Falkenberg
• The Fanjul Family and Florida Crystals Corporation
• Ann and Lee Fensterstock
• Chris Fetes
• Linda Frankel
• Gillian Fuller
• Susan Gibson
• Mae Cadwell Rovensky Foundation
• Charles Gradante
• Jorge A Gutierrez Architect LLC
• Cynthia Hampton / Hampton Family Foundation of Oregon Community Foundation
James N. Hauslein
• Marlene Hess and James Zirin
• Meredith Hope
• Lisa Huertas
• Iovino Family Fund / Thomas Iovino
iTHINK Financial
• Robert and Ann Jaeder
• Dr. William and Peggy Johnson
• JP Morgan Private Bank
• Dr. Gary Robert Johnson and Angela Kenyon
Evan Jones
• Kargman Charitable and Education Foundation
• Patricia Kennedy
Matthew Kemp and Kerinn Meisenbach
• Dr. Marjorie Miller-Kihn
• Taniel and Arsine Koushakjian
• Sankar and Susan Krishnan
• Marilyn and Howard Krone
Renée and James LaBonte
Monica and Scott Laurans
Ellen G. Levy
• Rabbi Vicki and Cantor Robert Lieberman
• Mark J. Lippman
Sarah MacNamee and Kevin McCaffrey
• The Martens Group, Homes & Estates
Michael and Shari Meltzer
Ruth Ann & Michael McGuinnis
• Cindy and Ron McMackin
Florence Berney Metzger
Judy Miller
Modestus Bauer Foundation
Carlos G. Morrison
• Joseph and Sharon Muscarelle
• Jennifer Nawrocki
• Nancy Newman
• David Hamilton Nichols
• Roger Osborne
• Dr. and Mrs. Simon Parisier
Joseph Pietrafesa II and Dr. Martha Pietrafesa
• Katherine Pinard
• Betsey and Dale Pinkert
• Publix Super Market Charities
• Ruby Rinker
Dr. Philip Robinson
Lawrence Rosenthal
Joanna and Steven Sanders
• Michael Rourke and Michele Schimmel
Bob and Rosellen Schnurr
Martin D. & Jean Shafiroff Foundation
• Plimpton Shattuck Fund of the Boston Foundation / Wendy Shattuck
• E. A. Sheslow Philanthropic Fund
Drew and Kiki Shilling
• RP Simmons Family Foundation
Nancy and Stanley Singer
Tortoise Properties
Barbara and Richard Wortley
Gifts
from $1,000 to $1,999
Michael Athmer
• Mary Ann Adolf
• Jill Allen
• Arlyn and David Bamberger
• Kristen Baran
• Debra Barron
• Kristin Barron
Bettina Bennett
Big Time Restaurant Group
Joseph Borzillieri
• Nancy Brickley
• Matthew Brinzo
• David Brown
• Phillip and Kimberly Brunson
• Tish Carlo
• Charles and Jane Carroll
Phillip and Deborah Clark
Susan Collins
Susan S. Connor
Beatty Page Cramer
• Carla Crawley
• Cummings and Lockwood
• Charles Dale
• Greg D’Elia
• Philip Dunmire
• Michael Egren and Cyndi Rosellini
• La Goulue Palm Beach
• Lora Drasner
• Donald M. Ephraim Family Foundation
Cathie Fanjul
• Sue Feldman
• Madeline Fink
• Robin Fleming
• Teresa and John Ford
• Ilene and Philip Giaquinta
• Dan L. Goldwasser
Karmita Gusmano
Michael and Theresa Hammond
• Toni Handegard
• Denis Hanrahan
• Tzvia Rachel Harri
Harvey Capital Management
Janet Himmel
HIVE Design Group
• The Hopewell Fund
• Barbara and Robert Hurwit
• Cathy Jacobson
• William Jaume
• Dale A. Jenkins
• Joanna and Joseph Jiampietro
• Jacqueline and Nameh Joubert
Jim & Debbie Kane / Deborah and James Kane
Charitable Fund
Louise Kemler Kaufman
Sally Kimball
James and Jennifer Kimenker
• Lisa Koeper
• Jane P. Long Fund / Jill Leinbach
Kellie Long
Lynn and Robert Mackle
Carolyn Maier
• Alexander Mandaro
• Zelda Mason
• McGriff
• William A Meyer Foundation
• Virginia “Ginny” Millner
• Constance Murrin
Sandy Myers
Harold and Elinor Oertell
Sally and Kenneth Ohrstrom
• Jeanne H. Olofson
• Linda Olsson
• Angela Page
• Matthew Parent
• Jennifer Parker
• Andrew Parmet
Martin Payson
John and Stephanie Pew
Linda Phillips
• Juan and Shanon Pretel
• Chris Rao
• The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
Julie and Rob Reveley
Joyce Rico
• Dr. Marcia Robbins-Wilf & Dr. Perry Robbins
• Mary Lynn Rogers
Dr. Lawrence and Lana Rouff
Noam and Becky Samson
Nash Schott
• Barry Schwartz
• David Schwartz
• Schwartz Family Partnership
/ Edward and Irma Schwartz, Michael Schwartz, Lisa Stein Schwartz
Mary Ann and Walter Schwenk
Anne Speiser
Eliane Strosberg
• Jennifer and Kyle Sullivan
• TD Bank
• Templeton & Company, LLP
• Peter and Debra Tornaben
• Veronica Whitlock
• Erika and Adam Wolek
Michelle Worth
Gail Worth and Frank Orenstein
Susan Zuckert and Steve Rogers
Donors, Staff and Volunteers
Dora Bak Society
• Dora Bak*
• Stephen Epstein
• Doris Hastings*
• John Herrick
• Gary and Linda Lachman
Philip Reagan
Leslie Rose*
Marguerite Rosner*
• George Robert Spencer*
Commemorative Gifts
Gifts of $50 and above contributed in the name of a friend, loved one, program, and colleague are a unique expression of thoughtfulness.
Cathie Black and Tom Harvey
• from Harriett L. Balkind, Nicholas and Joannie Danielides, Amy Griggs, Liz and Jeff Peek, Sanda and Jeremiah Lambert / Lambert Kayden Family Fund and Ann and Lee Fensterstock, and their many friends and family
Mrs. James N. Bay
• from Elizabeth Eugenio, Robin Josephs, Kargman Charitable and Education Foundation/Bob and Margie Kargman, Ruth Ann & Michael McGuinnis, Jeanne H. Olofson, Betsey and Dale Pinkert, Lynn Telling, Diane Hutchinson Reilly, Shawn M. Donnelley and Christopher M. Kelly, and her many friends and family
Mickey Berman
• from Richard S. Fleisher
Leslie Blum
• from Ann R. Grimm
Tom Boland
• from Ernest Ellison
Thomas and Carol Bruce from Jim & Debbie Kane/ Deborah and James Kane Charitable Fund
Sheryne and Richard Brekus
• from David and Robin Jaye
Amy and John T. Collins
from Anne E. and David R. Sauber
James R. Borynack
• from Michele and Howard Kessler / The Kessler Family Foundation
Dawn Galvin Meiners
• from Gail Ellis, the GGE Foundation, Marietta Muina McNulty, Jennifer and Kyle Sullivan, Margaret Donnelley and her many friends and family
Mrs. Paul Goldner from Carol S. and Joseph Andrew Hays
Lois Pope from Holly and David Dreman
Maestro Gerard Schwarz from Nadine Asin
Maestro Gerard Schwarz, Dr. Olga
M. Vazquez, and Sage Lehman from Marshall Rulnick
Hulya Selcuk
• from Polly U. Champ
Bryce Seliger from David Styers
Sherri Stephenson from Nancy S. Brickley
Ralph & Florence Shiller
• from Jacqueline Groveman
Nancy Stone from Brenda Axelrod
Susan & Bob right
• from Michele and Howard Kessler
IN MEMORY OF TODD BARRON
• from Debra Barron, Brenna and Michael Barron, Todd Bonlarron, Angela Cortesio, Todd Dahlstrom, Andrea Dill, Christine DiRocco, Keith and Caroline Epstein, Eric Forti, Robin and Lee Kantor, Brent and Sharon Kirstein, Taniel and Arsine Koushakjian, Gary and Linda Lachman, David Nichols, Philip Reagan, Steve and Isora Sherman, Alan and Goldie Stopek,
Julie Tavel Weiler, Erika and Adam Wolek, Kenneth and Judith Wolosoff, Rachelle and Todd Wolosoff, Aaron and Stella Wormus and his many friends and family
Burton Fisher
• from Arlyn and David Bamberger
Sylvia Greene from Stacey Greene Black
Dale A. Mcnulty
• from Dr. Gabriela Lemoine
Margarita I. Muiña
• from Margaret Donnelley and her many friends and family
Sarah Pietrafesa
• from Amy and Anthony Pietrafesa, Richard C. Pietrafesa, Joseph J. Pietrafesaand her many friends and family
Kenneth Rogers from JoAnne Berkow, Ronni Selko and his many friends and family
Board of Directors: Executive Committee
• James R. Borynack, Chair
• Richard Brekus, Vice Chair John D. Herrick, Treasurer Don Thompson, Secretary
Directors:
• Carol Baxter
• Laurie Bay
• Cathleen Black
• Nannette Cassidy
Amy Collins
Todd Dahlstrom
Mary Demory
• Carol Hays
• Percy Kavasmaneck, Ph.D.
• Marietta Muiña McNulty
• Martha Rodriguez, M.D.
• Karen Rogers
• Adam Wolek
Development Committee
James N.Bay
Cathie Black
James R. Borynack
• Richard Brekus
• Marietta McNulty
• Leslie Rogers Blum
• Kelly Wathen
• Adam Wolek
• Gina Sabean
• Jennifer Nawrocki
• Stephanie Lefes
• Carol Hays
• Taniel Koushakjian
Barbara Gilbert
Thomas D'Agostino, Jr.
Nathan Frank
• Angela Cortesio
• Andrew Filauro
• Lawrence Kaplan
• Suzanne Dansby
• Nancy Stone
• Alfred Zucaro
Education And Community Outreach Committee: Executive Committee
Todd Dahlstrom
James R.Borynack
• Rich Brekus
• Amy Collins
• David McClymont
• Bryce Seliger
• Olga M.Vazquez
Members
Jeff Adkins
• Debra Barron
• Tiffany Cox
• George Hines
• Claudio Jaffe
• Marina Lenau
• Cleve A. Maloon
Mike Miller
Susan Ott Rodberg
Mickey Smith Jr.
Kelly Wathen
Finance Committee
• James Borynack
• John Herrick, Chair
• Nannette Cassidy
Amy Collins
Carol Hays
Marietta McNulty
• David H. McClymont
Staff
• David McClymont
Chief Executive Officer
• Jason Barroncini
Production Coordinator
• Chris Burnett Director of Finance
Renée LaBonte
Community Advancement Coordinator
• Sage Lehman
Patron Relations Concierge
• May Bell Lin Honorary Membership Director
• Madison Mirra
Marketing & Development
Associate
• Alfredo Oliva
Orchestra Contractor
Miami Symphonic Entertainment, Inc.
• Fabiola Parra
Development Assistant
• Conor Price Director of Marketing and Communications
• Felix Rivera Patron Advancement Coordinator
• Hulya Selcuk Director of Special Events
• Bryce Seliger, DM Education & Programming Associate
• Kewan Smith Director of Development
• Olga M. Vazquez, PhD Director of Artistic Operations
Principal Musicians
• Alfredo Oliva
• Evija Ozolins
• Valentin Mansurov
• Chauncey Patterson
• Claudio Jaffé
Juan Carlos Peña
Nadine Asin
James Riggs
• Ashley R Leigh
• Gabriel Beavers
• Amber Dean
• Craig Morris
• Domingo Pagliuca
• Benjamin Liberti
Lucas Sanchez
Scott Crawford
Laura Sherman
Valeria Polunina
Independent Contractors
Capehart Photography
Con Brio Ensembles, Inc.
• IndieHouseFilms
• Miami Symphonic Entertainment, Inc.
• Pierson Grant Public Relations
• Rainy Sun Design
• Roncini Productions
Volunteers
• Asnaica Andrea
Uliana Antonyan
Noah Aranda
Deborah Aronovici
• Andrea Asnaica
• Tianna Barron
• Judy Bates
• Kealie Baumgardner
• Ben Beckerleg
• Marcy Brody
Laurie Brown
Susan Brown
• Jeremy Bruner
• Doris Caridi
• Larry Castillo
Roman Caulk
Rachel Chandler
Dorothy Chiesa
Beth Cohen
• Dan Cohen
• Renate Connolly
• Sophia Conover
• Jan Courte*
• Diana Gafford
• Julia Garcia
Chaya George
Alejandra Ghinaglia
Gabrielle Gibbs
• Maelyn Greist
• Michael Gruss
• Guy Gualtieri
• Shari Hoffman
• Jane Howard
• Lula Kasten
Breanna Leach
Soraya Leon
Stepen Levine
Adrienne Liggins
• Naomi Louis
• Katelyn Lowe
• Caleb Lucas
• Daniel Lucas
• Anna Massey
• Judith McInnes
Manuel Mendes
Annie Miranda
Lea Morandi
• Jane Musgrave
• Maimuna Nasrin
• Frances Pagnotta
• Lochard Pamphile
• Marina Parks
• Annabelle Partin
Alison Phelps
Emma Phillips
Presely Piatt
• Anthony Potter
• Maritess Quinto
• Stephanie Renfrow
• Regan Roach
• Faye Robb
• Adriane Salas
• Valerie Salembier
Lola Simpson-Gay
Lianna Slater
Alexis Solomon
• Nolan Stalter
• Ciara Sunshine Tarpey
• Toju Uke
• Anthony Villate
• Tara Walski
• Alexis White
Deborah Wienke
Patricia Wiseman
Felicia Zayne
• Hannah Zegel
*Deceased
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