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President's Message

Nancy Israel
2007/2008 League President 		Since 1995, the League has, with great pride, donated to the Symphony over $1.5 million dollars, earned by hundreds of dedicated volunteers contributing thousands of hours of time and effort. Energetic League members plan and implement exciting fundraising projects that have included dinner dances, luncheons, silent and live auctions, small concerts in homes, major tours outside the area and local trips to sites of cultural interest.

Together we can make a vital contribution to the continued growth of musical excellence in our community. We invite you to join the League by calling , Membership Co-Vice President Marilyn Sutton at (805) 495-1556 for a membership packet.


Volunteer Opportunities

Fundraising

Serve on major event committees (invitations, decor, entertainment, auction items, publicity, computerized reservations, letters, etc.) Help sell promotional items at New West Symphony functions.

Plan trips and outings (research, publicity, transportation, reservations, refreshments, etc.)

Outreach

Meet the Artist hosting, followup, publicity.
Recruit and greet new members.
Help prepare and mail directory.
Prepare fliers promoting events.
Pre-Concert Dinner hosting, table decor, reservations, publicity.
Help with Symphony Notes (design, composition, proofreading, mailings).
Participate in Telephone Tree.
Help staff New West Symphony information booth at community events.

Education

Docent with Music Van, assist with school programs.
Assist with Discovery Artist auditions.
Assist with Symphonic Adventures.

Support

Assist in New West Symphony office with phones, mailings, computer, etc.

Opportunities to assist are abundant. As a member, one may give as little or as much time
as is available. We will help you find the right niche for your talents!   Please call me at
(805) 499-5256 to find out how you may become involved in the New West Symphony League.

Nancy Israel,
President, New West Symphony League
The New West Symphony League raises essential funds to support the New West Symphony and the cultural enrichment of our community. Members share a common love of music and the orchestra.