board of directors 2014/15 - symphony nova scotia
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2014/15EXECUTIVEDennice Leahey, C.M., Chair
Bret Mitchell, Past Chair
David Hastings, Vice Chair
Peter MacAskill, Secretary/Treasurer
MEMBERSNancy BarteauxMargaret CaleyCatherine CampbellDominic DesautelsBrian JamesMax KasperBrian LeadbetterMary Lu MacDonaldMary MartinVarqa MirzaaghaGail MorrisColin PierceyWendy ReesElizabeth RyanTom Traves
HONORARY DIRECTORSDr. Richard Goldbloom, O.C.Norman Newman (1928 – 1993)Women for Music – President, Shirley Dean
HONORARY PATRONBrigadier-General the Honourable J.J. Grant, CMM, ONS,
CD (Ret’d), Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia
ADMINISTRATION & PRODUCTION STAFFChristopher Wilkinson, Chief Executive Officer
Kevin Nicoll, CMA, Director of Finance
Heidi MacPhee, Director of Communications and Marketing
Janice Fuller, Communications Manager
Anne Laybolt, Director of Development
Lori Saunders, Development Manager
Eric Mathis, Director of Operations
Jeremy VanSlyke, Production Manager James Eager, Music Librarian
Allan Gaskin, Education & Community Outreach Coordinator
M.J. MacLeod, Technical Coordinator
*Thank you to staff/interns who contributed their talents for a
portion of the year: Camille Dubois Crôteau, Will Pearson.
MUSIC DIRECTORBernhard Gueller
PRINCIPAL BAROQUE LEADERJeanne Lamon
POPS CONDUCTOR LAUREATEHoward Cable
ASSOCIATE CONDUCTORMartin MacDonald
FIRST VIOLINSRenaud Lapierre, Concertmaster *Jennifer Jones, Assistant Concertmaster
Kirsty Money, Assistant Concertmaster* Celeste JankowskiKaren LangilleYi LeePeter StryniakGillian Smith*
SECOND VIOLINSIsabelle Fournier, Principal
Simon-Philippe Allard, Assistant Principal
Janet DunsworthAnita Gao LeeKen NogamiAnne Simons
VIOLASSusan Sayle, Principal
Kerry Kavalo, Assistant Principal
Yvonne DeRollerBinnie Brennan
CELLOSNorman Adams, Principal
Shimon Walt, Assistant Principal
Hilary BrownBenjamin Marmen*
BASSESMax Kasper, Principal
Lena Turofsky, Assistant Principal
FLUTESPatricia Creighton, Principal
Christine Feierabend (Piccolo)
OBOESSuzanne Lemieux, Principal
Brian James (English Horn)
CLARINETSDominic Desautels, Principal
Eileen Walsh (Bass Clarinet)
BASSOONSIvor Rothwell, Principal
Christopher Palmer
HORNSDavid Parker, Principal
Mary Lee
TRUMPETSRichard Simoneau, Principal
Curtis Dietz
TIMPANI AND PERCUSSIONMichael Baker, Principal
* temporary for 2014/15 Season
SYMPHONY NOVA SCOTIA Symphony Nova Scotia is Nova Scotia’s Orchestra. Under the inspirational leadership of Music Director Bernhard Gueller, Symphony Nova Scotia enriches our lives through creative, professional performance of a broad spectrum of orchestral music. Musicians, staff, and volunteers are committed to contributing to your cultural life with the generous support of our community. Thank you for commitment to Symphony Nova Scotia!
Symphony Nova Scotia is a professional orchestra and
a member of Orchestras Canada. Its members belong
to the Canadian Federation of Musicians, Local 571.
Symphony Nova Scotia is a non-profit charitable
organization (Reg. #119207900RR0001).
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CEO’S REPORT
As I look back on the 2014/15 season, I ask myself: how are we doing? We didn’t balance our budget, but we managed to squeak through with a tiny operating deficit of less than 1%. We have a positive relationship with our musicians, and we are just beginning a five-year Collective Bargaining Agreement. Our Foundation is the envy of orchestras throughout the country, and it is one of the largest Foundations relative to budget size. In a national context, amidst great challenges, we are doing okay.
I have learned that in order to be successful, I need to manage this organi-zation aggressively. I must be ruthless about expenses, constantly look for revenue opportunities, expect bad weather, and anticipate budget short-falls. It is not enough to meet budget targets; they need to be exceeded.
In light of this difficult job, it has been a huge help that administrative staff-ing has been stable for several years, contrary to the normal turnover in not-for-profits. I am very grateful to my staff for their hard work and dedication, and I look forward to our future successes.
I have also been lucky to work with a highly supportive Board of Directors. I am amazed by their ongoing contribution, and I learn from them constantly.
Finding better ways to do things is always on my mind. The orchestra indus-try is facing the profound effects of reduced public funding, dwindling music education in schools, changing musical interests, and new methods of media consumption. We must find creative ways to face these challenges.
Change is tough, and bringing about positive change is one of the most difficult tasks I face as CEO; but it is a challenge I accept gladly as we look forward to next season.
Thank you for taking the journey with us.
CHRISTOPHER WILKINSON CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
CHAIR’S MESSAGEThe 2014/15 season was one of resounding success for Symphony Nova Scotia. Maestro Gueller and the musicians performed with pas-sion and finesse, and we reached some incredible artistic heights.
In addition to great musical artistry, our community outreach efforts continued to blossom with the addition of the Beyond the Hall touring program, bringing the full orchestra to Pictou County. We also partici-pated in Carnegie Hall’s Weill Institute program, Link Up, culminating in a collaborative performance between students and the Symphony.
Though ticket sales continue to break records (this year exceeding $1.2 million), we had some financial challenges. With the unseasonably cold and stormy winter, we were disappointed to have had to cancel not one but two concerts, resulting in an estimated $30,000 in lost reve-nue. Additionally, our Canada Council grant was reduced by $40,000. Despite these challenges, we concluded the season with only a minor deficit of $35,000 (less than 1% of our total operating budget).
Our relative success in the face of these challenges speaks to the strength and resilience of our organization, and strong leadership from CEO Chris Wilkinson. We are extremely grateful for the commitment of our subscribers, donors, sponsors, and funders, as well as the dedica-tion of our volunteers, staff, board, musicians, and community partners.
Over the past two years as Chair, I have seen how each group of pas-sionate individuals has come together to build a stronger Symphony Nova Scotia, one that will continue to thrive well into the future.
Thank you for the honour of chairing this wonderful organization.
DENNICE LEAHEYBOARD CHAIR
DENNICE LEAHEYBOARD CHAIR
CHRISTOPHER WILKINSON CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
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PLAYERS’ REPORTThe 2014/15 season kicked off with a welcome expansion of our education concerts for students across Halifax. In addition to perform-ing Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf for thousands of school children, we performed free public concerts at the Maritime Museum, Province House, City Hall, and the new Halifax Central Library. We were thrilled to see the expansion of the Alderney Landing Series as well as the popular Family Series concerts during this season.
Highlights included Brahms’ Requiem, the Open Waters New Music Festival, and an inspired performance by Quebec’s Quartango. Festival performances of Pictures at an Exhibition, Scheherazade, and the Rachmaninoff Piano Concertos were an extraordinary way to celebrate the end of our season. The snows of 2015 proved too much to contend with, however, and we were disappointed to cancel performances with Alain Trudel, Jonathan Crow, and the Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra.
Along with successfully ratifying a new five-year collective agreement, Symphony musicians worked closely with board and staff to develop a new strategic plan. We are hopeful that this plan will lead us toward growth in a number of areas. All this leaves the musicians with a sense of optimism, and we are looking forward to making the most of the positive momentum in coming seasons.
After an extensive audition search, the orchestra is very excited to welcome four new musicians to our ensemble: violinists Mark Lee, Émilie Paré, and Joelle Kee, and cellist Ben Marmen.
Thank you to the staff, board, audience, and volunteers that made 2014/15 such a wonderful season.
BRAIN JAMES2014/15 CHAIR, SYMPHONY NOVA SCOTIA PLAYERS’ ASSOCIATION
FROM THE MAESTROI still seem to have the sounds of the Rachmaninoff and Friends Festival floating in my head. Antonio Pompa-Baldi gave us unforget-table performances of the Second and Third concerti, and Santiago Cañón Valencia’s cello also resounds as I recall the Tchaikovsky Rococo Variations and the Haydn Cello Concerto. Sara Davis Buechner and Beethoven; the Brahms Requiem; the Adams Symphony; Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition; Symphonic Tango; Howard Cable and the music of the Oscars; Alex Weimann’s Bach and Handel; and the welcome return of Canada’s Ballet Jörgen.
So many high points – too many to mention – with just two low points: the cancellation of the annual collaboration with the Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra and American Symphonic Hits with Alain Trudel.
The weather aside, none of these successes would have been pos-sible without the musicians we are so lucky and happy to have in Halifax. It goes without saying that their commitment is second to none, and their passion and ability self-evident. Combined with our efficient, effective, and dedicated office staff, our caring, encourag-ing, hardworking, and dedicated board, our amazing sponsors and, as always, our loyal audience (still on the rise!), we are in a better place than ever before.
Thank you!
BERNHARD GUELLERMUSIC DIRECTOR
BRAIN JAMES OBOE / ENGLISH HORN
BERNHARD GUELLER MUSIC DIRECTOR
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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE YEAR IN 2014/15, SYMPHONY NOVA SCOTIA…
• presented almost 50 free concerts and events across the province of Nova Scotia
• performed for more than 11,000 young music lovers through our education and outreach programs, not including the additional thousands of children and youth who attended The Nutcracker and many other concerts at reduced prices
• had over 650 students attend the student matinee for The Nutcracker
• lent our support to over 70 not-for-profit community organizations through ticket donations as part of the Community Compliments program
• hosted a new first-time subscribers event with back- stage tours and a private session onstage with musicians
• completed our new three-year Strategic Plan
• presented 16% more performances over the previous season, with a corresponding increase in rehearsals and practices
• launched new free programs including the Family Series, Beyond the Hall, and Link Up
• was a featured charity in the Scotiabank Blue Nose Marathon, and enlisted the support of 84 teammates — the largest team ever!
• was sponsored by over 40 organizations, and received donations from 630 generous individuals
• debuted our provincial touring program Beyond the Hall with support from TELUS
• performed in communities across the province, includ- ing Dartmouth, Lunenburg, Pictou County, and Wolfville
• celebrated 25 years of presenting free Library Series concerts at Halifax Public Libraries with support from Wilsons Fuels
• appeared with over 30 guest artists
• partnered with the Halifax Pop Explosion, Phoenix Youth, the Halifax Regional Library, Halifax Dance, Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia, Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, Pier 21, Long & McQuade, Halifax Seaport, and Culture Days to present diverse, innovative, and community-minded programs and performances
• sold out over half of our regular series programming, with record-breaking sales
• performed five sold-out concerts in six days with the hugely popular Video Games Live, Bach’s Magnificat, and Jill Barber—three completely different programs, three completely different styles of music, and three completely different audiences
• celebrated Canadian music and composers with performances of contemporary works by Murray Adaskin, Tim Brady, and Godfrey Ridout
• presented the Concertmaster Award to Joan and Jack Craig in recognition of their significant long-term support of Symphony Nova Scotia and the arts in our community 5
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SEPTEMBER 2014We kicked off our 2014/15 season with free education and outreach events for Nova Scotians during the seventh annual Symphony Week, including participation in the nationwide cul-tural celebration Culture Days for the fifth year in a row.
We also premiered our new Family Series with a free community perfor-mance of Peter and the Wolf at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.
OCTOBER 2014
The concert season began with two immensely popular sold-out con-certs with Cape Breton’s sweetheart and longtime friend of the orches-tra, fiddler Natalie MacMaster
Violinist Martin Beaver joined the orchestra to perform Bruch’s Violin Concerto at the Cohn (with an Open Dress Rehearsal), in Dartmouth as part of our Alderney Encore series, and in Lunenburg for Musique Royale.
Our Halifax Pop Explosion collabora-tion saw two performances with one of Canada’s hottest new acts, the hus-band-and-wife duo of Whitehorse.
NOVEMBER 2014We welcomed pianist Sara Davis Buechner for a phenomenal perfor-mance of Beethoven’s Piano Con-certo no. 3. While in Halifax, Sara also connected with local organizations in support of trans youth.
In commemoration of the 100th and 75th anniversary of World Wars I and II, we performed Brahms’ Requiem, one of his most deeply moving and beloved works.
The orchestra teamed up with Acadian powerhouse trio, Vishtèn, for a high- spirited concert of Acadian-Celtic fusion.
Young Colombian cellist Santiago Cañón Valencia made his Canadian debut performing two showpieces for cello with an Open Dress Rehearsal.
We performed our second free Family Series concert, Boats, Buoys, and Bassoons, to a full house at the Maritime Museum.
The holiday season started with A Merry Cable Christmas with Howard Cable and the return of crooner Michael Vanhevel.
Our 2014/15 Baroque Series kicked off with a hugely popular, sold-out presentation of Tafelmusik’s audio-visual experience, the Galileo Project.
DECEMBER 2014The annual Nutcracker Luncheon, pre-sented by Phoenix, treated more than 700 attendees to a delicious three-course holiday luncheon followed by a special performance from Symphony Nova Scotia, and Christmas carols by the Phoenix Youth Choir.
Rising star conductor Jordan de Souza led the orchestra for two sold-out per-formances of Handel’s Messiah, which also supported families in our commu-nity by collecting donations for Feed Nova Scotia.
Symphony Nova Scotia, Halifax Dance, and Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia celebrated the 24th anniversary of The Nutcracker, this year with ten full-house performances, including a stu-dent matinee. This holiday season
CONCERT STORIES
favourite is often a child’s first exposure to classical music. With the generous sup-port of Presenting Sponsor East Coast Credit Union, thousands of Nova Scotian families share this tradition together.
JANUARY 2015We performed Mozart’s dazzling Sinfonia Concertante and Haydn’s inventive “London” Symphony.
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We explored cutting-edge symphonic music as part of the Open Waters New Music Festival.
Our annual tribute concert with the Jeans n’ Classics band honoured the King of Pop, the one and only Michael Jackson, with two sold-out concerts.
We welcomed Canadian baroque icon Jeanne Lamon to lead the orchestra in a collection of baroque’s finest, highlight-ing the music of France.
We presented another tribute to the world’s most iconic composer, Mozart, with performances of the “Haffner”, Clarinet Concerto, and the majestic, thundering “Jupiter”.
Once again we partnered with Halifax Dance for the annual Viennese Opera Ball.
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FEBRUARY 2015We performed a very popular encore of Magnificent Mozart at Alderney Landing Theatre.
Singer-songwriter David Myles re-turned to Symphony Nova Scotia for two sold-out concerts featuring old favourites, brand-new orchestral ar-rangements, and Nova Scotia soul.
We concluded our free Family Series with Black is Beautiful, a concert celebrating Black History Month.
Due to extreme winter weather, we unfortunately had to cancel our an-nual collaboration with the Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra.
Legendary conductor Howard Cable returned for a second time during the season to celebrate the iconic scores of Hollywood’s greatest films.
We welcomed the return of former Symphony Concertmaster Terry Tam in a rare joint performance with his wife and musical partner, pianist Lorraine Min.
MARCH 2015To celebrate the opening of the new Halifax Central Library, the full orches-tra performed a free concert in the Paul O’Regan Hall.
We announced our 2015/16 season at our annual season launch event, with many friends and supporters in atten-dance, with catering from Subway.
Bach’s Magnificat and Vivaldi’s Gloria drew a full house, with a spectacular performance by the Vancouver Chamber Choir.
We performed three sold-out concerts of Video Games Live, the hugely popu-lar interactive concert experience, for the first time ever in Halifax.
Jill Barber returned to the Symphony for a sold-out concert of romantic retro magic.
We were disappointed to have to cancel a second concert, Symphonic Hits with Alain Trudel and Jonathan Crow, due to persistent and unsafe winter weather.
The 2014/15 Baroque Series concluded with a performance of Bach and Handel with Nova Scotia soprano Suzie LeBlanc and baroque specialist Alexander Weimann.
APRIL 2015Thanks to support from TELUS, we took the orchestra “Beyond the Hall” to Pictou County for a two-day blitz, including education programs and a full-orchestra concert with Pictou local Dave Gunning.
Quebec’s Quartango made its Nova Scotia debut with conductor Dinuk Wijeratne and local tango dancers performing live on stage, with attend-ees from our Volunteer Appreciation event at the dress rehearsal.
We partnered with Canada’s Ballet Jörgen to present one of Prokofiev’s most popular ballets, the beloved tale of Cinderella, for two sold-out perfor-mances and a student matinee.
MAY 2015The orchestra performed two Link Up concerts for over 1000 students at the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium.
We celebrated Beer & Beethoven during the first annual Nova Scotia Craft Beer Week in partnership with the Craft Brewers Association of Nova Scotia, with the participation of 12 breweries. Décor was provided by The Berkeley, and we welcomed musical guest Dave Gunning.
The Library Series celebrated 25 years of free performances in public librar-ies hosted by Max Kasper with support from Wilson’s Fuels.
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Our annual festival featured the music of Russia, with international star pianist, Antonio Pompa-Baldi, for three sold-out concerts of Rach-maninoff’s Second and Third Piano Concertos, along with Scheherazade and Pictures at an Exhibition.
Thanks to our festival donors, includ-ing Judith Grant pictured above.
EDUCATION AND OUTREACHThe Symphony continues to deepen its commit-ment to life-long learning through music. With the financial support from generous corpora-tions, foundations, and individual donors, many new initiatives were made possible in 2014/15. Here are some of the engaging community programs we offered together.
LIBRARY SERIES 25TH ANNIVERSARY The Library Series, hosted by bassist Max Kasper at local libraries in Halifax, Dartmouth, and Truro, celebrated 25 years this year, with the continuous support from sponsor Wilsons Fuels.
Since 1989, Symphony Nova Scotia has presented multiple library concerts in the spring. For the 25th anniversary, these programs were presented at the Alderney Gate Public Library, Halifax Central Library, Keshen Goodman Public Library, Truro Public Library, and Woodlawn Public Library.
The performances featured the original Library Players – Max Kasper, Yi Lee, Anita Gao Lee, Norman Adams, and Susan Sayle – and the Gatto Dolce Duo, Max Kasper and Colin Matthews. LINK UP In 2014/15, Symphony Nova Scotia presented the internationally acclaimed Link Up program in collaboration with Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute. We were one of more than 70 national and international organizations chosen to present the program.
Link Up is a highly participatory program that pairs orchestras across the country and around the world with schools in their local communities, inviting students to learn about orchestral repertoire through a year-long, hands-on music curriculum. Using Link Up materials, teachers lead students in a musical and educational journey from the composer’s and performer’s perspective by performing repertoire via recorder, violin, voice, or body percussion.
There were over 1100 student participants in the Link Up program, from 18 different schools across the South Shore, Annapolis Valley, and Halifax Regional School Boards. The culminating concert took place on Thursday, May 7 at the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium under the direction of our education conductor Gary Ewer.
FAMILY SERIES Our brand-new Family Series got underway in September 2014 with a performance of Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf by the full orchestra combined with interactive learning opportunities, in collaboration with Long and McQuade’s Musical Instrument Fun Zone and the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. Each of the three Family Series concerts featured a “sensory friendly” performance especially for those with autism or developmental disabilities. This series of free community performances was very successful and reached a total audience of almost 1500 over three concerts.
The Symphony received an Arts Innovation Grant from Arts Nova Scotia, with inspiration from Joan Craig for the Autism Nova Scotia collaboration.
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Family Series Halifax Central Library
Maritime Museum
OTHER EDUCATION & OUTREACH PROGRAMS• Adopt-a-Musician wrapped another successful season with the “We Are the Stars!” concert on Wednesday, April 1 at the Paul O’Regan Hall at the Halifax Central Library.• The Musical Munchkins pre-school program was presented by Symphony musicians to almost 600 people (20% more than in 2013/14) in 15 public libraries throughout Halifax and Pictou County from October 2014 to April 2015. • Pop Goes the Easel! enjoyed another season of collaboration with the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia and Long & McQuade during the 2014/15 season.• School Concerts returned for another season with full orchestra performances in 14 schools throughout Halifax, Mahone Bay, and Pictou County.
To learn more visit symphonynovascotia.ca/education.
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BEYOND THE HALL Symphony Nova Scotia’s Beyond the Hall outreach program brought the full orchestra to Pictou County on April 7 and 8, 2015.
Our “Beyond the Hall” model offered the Pictou region some of the orchestra’s most popular education and outreach programs. Most events were free of charge, and included school concerts, community programs, workshops, and interactive learning opportunities for people of all ages.
Thanks to the generous support of TELUS Atlantic Canada Community Board with additional funding provided by Maritimes & Northeast Pipeline and Michelin.
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Link Up Musical Munchkins
School ConcertBeyond the Hall
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BRAHMS’ REQUIEM NOVEMBER 2014
When we played the Brahms Requiem the audience was so silent during the performance, you could hear a pin drop. Tears came to my eyes and I thought, “heaven is just so.” ~ Anita Gao Lee, violin
A very meaningful German Requiem tonight. ~ Audience member
SANTIAGO CAÑÓN VALENCIA NOVEMBER 2014
The season flew by so fast, but there are concerts which stand out… the concert featuring the brilliant young Colombian cellist Santiago Cañón Valencia playing Haydn and Tchaikovsky. If ever there was a young phenom of the cello, he is it! ~ Mary Lee, horn
My favourite Santiago quote was “I started playing when I was four, but really began to take it seriously at age six.” ~ Norman Adams, cello
Our thanks to Symphony NS for bringing cellist Santiago Valencia to Halifax. It was breathtaking to hear and see his amazing talent… A beautiful concert. ~ Audience member
THE MUSIC OF MICHAEL JACKSON JANUARY 2015
During the Jeans ’n Classics show, The Music of Michael Jackson, Gavin Hope was talking about the loss of Mi-chael Jackson and in the audience it was so quiet. This same audience was totally engaged – loud applause and cheers throughout the show – which made this respectful silence all the more striking. It was also the first time I experienced an audience waving cell phones while we were playing. The waving motion to a slow tune was very moving. ~ Christine Feierabend, piccolo
MUSICIAN AND AUDIENCE HIGHLIGHTSThe performance of live music, whether classical or contemporary, creates a profound experience for both audience and musicians. Concerts offer a shared moment in time, no two ever exactly alike, providing a unique opportunity for interaction between those who are listening and those who are performing.
The high level of artistry and musicianship our orchestra demonstrates at every concert moves people to feel the music in their hearts, creating lasting memories from the fleeting minutes. Like- wise, the musicians respond to the energy of the audience, reflecting back at them the passion they share.
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MUSICIANS AND THEIR STUDENTSThe musicians’ contributions to our community go well beyond what we see on stage. Experiencing live music together is also shared between teacher and student leading to success and inspiration.
During the season I had the opportunity to bring three of my students to listen to a live perfor-mance… For me it was invigorat-ing to see and hear it through them; to witness their enjoyment at being up close and personal…it reaffirmed the power of live performance on inspiring the next generation of professional musicians. ~ Janet Dunsworth, violin
Claire Ahern, a flute student I teach at the Fountain School of Performing Arts, won top prize in Winds for the local Kiwanis, then won Kiwanis Provincials and now will go on to compete at the Nationals. ~ Patricia Creighton, flute
I enjoyed one of the most reward-ing seasons as a private violin and viola teacher... [My students’] recitals really made me feel like my personal love of music was pouring out of my students. They were smil-ing and laughing afterwards. It is, after all, sup-posed to be fun. ~ Yvonne DeRoller, viola
I taught at Dalhousie and Acadia this year for the first time. My student Kailan Fournier-Poteet got the highest entrance scholar-ship and will start her studies at Dal this fall. ~ Dominic Desautels, clarinet
MOZART’S CLARINET CONCERTO JANUARY 2015
The sold-out performances of the Mozart Clarinet Concerto (Magnificent Mozart) were a career highlight. I have played the Mozart several times before, but these were special performances with Bernhard Gueller and I felt such wonderful support from the orchestra! ~ Dominic Desautels, clarinet
Mr. Desautels played with the greatest of skill to convey to us so much feeling: quiet by times, yet always clear, buoyant, flamboyant... perfectly and honestly. ~ Audience member
BLACK IS BEAUTIFUL FEBRUARY 2015
Black is Beautiful reminded me why our orchestra is so important. Watching the audience of all ages respond to the music and groove along with us was really rewarding. ~ Norman Adams, cello
BEYOND THE HALL APRIL 2015
Travelling with the orchestra to Pictou was memorable for its different shows and playing with Dave Gunning, but mostly for playing for people who would not normally see us… as the children came in, they immediately starting pointing at the instruments and creating a buzz in the air. ~ Benjamin Marmen, cello
SYMPHONY NOVA SCOTIA FOUNDATION
BOARD OF TRUSTEESDale A. Godsoe, C.M., Chair
Alan L. Barkhouse, F.C.A., Treasurer
Timothy C. Matthews, Q.C., Secretary
Robert E. Geraghty, C.M., Past Chair
Bill Black, C.M.
Paul Kent
F. Van Penick
Sherry Porter
Maintaining high artistic integrity, engag-
ing in long-term planning, and delivering on
articulated goals requires sustainable funding
for Symphony Nova Scotia. The Foundation
exists to provide a reliable source of funding
to support exceptional projects, protect the
Symphony from fluctuations in annual re-
sources, and ensure that the orchestra’s music
will live on for future Nova Scotians. Thanks
to the generosity of donors to the Symphony
Nova Scotia Foundation, the Symphony is
striving towards goals that might once have
remained mere dreams. We look forward to
creating new partnerships, reaching out to
new audiences, and helping to attract new-
comers to Nova Scotia because of the vibrant
cultural community that we share.
The Symphony Nova Scotia Foundation con-
tinues to welcome gifts of all sizes and can
offer special recognition for leadership gifts
in accordance with the donor’s wishes.
MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRThe value of our stable and healthy Foundation was never more evident than during this past season. While the orchestra was experiencing many artistically exciting sold-out concerts, there were unexpected fluctuations in public funding at the municipal and federal levels and a winter that we would all soon rather forget that impacted the Symphony’s financial situation.
I must sincerely thank those with the vision and generosity who gave to the Listen to the Future campaign and those who continue to give to the Foundation. It is because of you that the Foundation was able to transfer $496,798 to the Symphony for an-nual operating expenses in 2014/15.
The Canadian Heritage Cultural Investment Fund matched gifts to the Foundation at 97%, nearly doubling the impact of your contributions. Under the capable trustee-ship of our voluntary Board of Trustees, your legacy remains in good hands provid-ing the secure future for the orchestra that we all dreamed about for our children, grandchildren, and community.
Thank you for helping Symphony Nova Scotia continue to enrich our lives.
DALE GODSOE, C.M.CHAIR, SYMPHONY NOVA SCOTIA FOUNDATION
DALE GODSOE CHAIR, SYMPHONY NOVA SCOTIA FOUNDATION
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Symphony Nova Scotia and the Symphony Nova Scotia Foundation also thank the Canadian Heritage Cultural Investment Fund - Endowment Incentives component whose matching fund has contributed over $3 million to date.
CAMPAIGN GIFTS
$500,000+ Margaret & David Fountain
$250,000 TO $499,999 Fred S. Fountain, C.M. & Elizabeth Fountain Marjorie Fountain Estate of Lorna Pearce
$100,000 TO $249,999Bill Black, C.M. & Lorraine BlackThe Craig FoundationDale Godsoe, C.M.Judith GrantThe late Dr. William LewisMarjorie LindsayHon. Margaret McCain, O.C. & the late G. Wallace McCainBabs & Van PenickJohn Risley, O.C., and Judi RisleyFrank and Debbi SobeyEstate of Vida Olivia LargeCanada Council for the Arts
$50,000 TO $99,999Estate of Dr. Robert CreightonSusan KerslakeRod MacLennan, C.M. & Robin MacLennanTimothy C. Matthews, Q.C. Millard Family – Jean, John, Jock, Tommy & SusanEdith MingoEli & Wendy ReesJason Roth & Cheryl Steadman-Roth
$25,000 TO $49,999Alan & Dolores BarkhouseWes & Diane CampbellHarold & Jessie CrosbyConnie Glube in memory of Richard GlubeKeith & Rosemary HamiltonPaul & Barbara KentSherry Porter & Doug HallDouglas & Maureen ReidScotiabankRose WilsonPink LarkinWomen For Music
$10,000 TO $24,999Will & Beth ApoldCommunity Foundation of Nova ScotiaCynthia DavisCarl & Nancy DotyJames A. & Karen FarquharPatricia & the late Arthur Fordham
Peter & Mary Ellen GurnhamDavid & Patricia HastingsHigh Liner Foods IncorporatedLarry Hayes & Sharon NicolleDr. Paul Huber & the late Eva HuberDrs. Dennis & Lalia JohnstonJohn & Catherine LazierRick & Nan MacDonaldKenneth & Gloria MaderDavid & Doreen MartinGail MorrisO’Regan’s Automotive GroupAllan Shaw, C.M. & Leslie ShawRobbie & Jean ShawJeff & Angie SomervilleKaren Woolhouse & David LewisTietje ZonneveldAnonymous (2)
$2,000 TO $9,999Erika BeattyTom & Bridget BrennanIsabella BrownleeJean CameronLarry Camp & Dixie Smith-CampAlain Chamagne & Valerie EvansHelen CianfaglioneAlan and Laurie CruessBrian Flemming, C.M. & Janice FlemmingDr. Richard Goldbloom, O.C. & Dr. Ruth Goldbloom, O.C.Dr. Jane GordonMaestro Bernhard & Shirley GuellerMartin R. Haase & Florence “Mickie” HaaseLucy KerrGerard & Liz MacDonaldBrian & Ruth MarchCarol McCauley & Wally SeippRod & Sue McCullochRyan & Megan McNallyDorothy MorrisonDr. Nancy Morrison & Gregory BakerEstate of John & Irene PetersBrian & Megan PorterDavid & Susan RitceyHugh & Judy SmithEstate of Doris ThorntonBruce Towler & Judy SteelePhilippa VerrierJohn Young, Q.C. & Carol Young, C.M.Paul & Sheila ZiveAnonymous (1)
To learn more about the Symphony Nova Scotia Foundation, please contact Anne Laybolt at 902.421.1300 x. 231 or at [email protected].
Symphony Nova Scotia gratefully acknowl-edges the following named endowments within the Symphony Nova Scotia Foundation:
ENDOWED CONCERT SERIES ($200,000+)
Edith Mingo
Bill Mingo Baroque Series
ENDOWED ORCHESTRA CHAIRS ($100,000+)
Jessie and Harold Crosby
Jessie and Harold Crosby Principal Oboe Chair
Ivan Duvar
Margaret Duvar Principal Flute Chair
Dr. William Lewis
Dr. William Lewis Principal Trumpet Chair
Barbara Newman
Norman Newman Concertmaster Chair
Audrey Tenniswood
Roy Tenniswood Assistant Principal Cello Chair
PURE GOLD ENDOWMENT
In honour of Drs. Ruth and Richard Goldbloom
GEORG TINTNER MEMORIAL FUND ($125,000+)
Estate of Alder & Althea Colpitts
Jack & Joan Craig / Craig Family Foundation
Dr. William Lewis
Symphony Nova Scotia gratefully acknowledges
the following donors to the Symphony Nova
Scotia Foundation (as of June 30, 2015):
MAJOR GIFTS ($5,000+)
Estate of Alder & Althea Colpitts
Anonymous (In memory of Redge Craig)
The late Dr. Robert & Mrs. Mary Martha Creighton
Estate of William and Corinne Hopgood
Dr. & Mrs. S.T. Laufer
Dr. William Lewis
Estate of Joan Morris
Jason Roth & Cheryl Steadman
David & Faye Sobey Foundation
Halifax Regional Municipality –
Millennium Committee
Nova Scotia Opera Association
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Our best ever live auc-
tion raised over $10,000
for Symphony Nova
Scotia.
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FUNDRAISING & SPECIAL EVENTS
PORT OF WINES WINEMAKERS’ DINNERSeptember 25, 2014 • Cunard Centre, Halifax
We are honoured to perform live at this event, and are continu-ally grateful to the amazing NSLC staff and volunteers who do incredible work in making the night memorable for all who attend. With proceeds from the live auction going to support Symphony Nova Scotia, this event is incredibly important to our organization. Our sincere thanks to all who bid generously, donated items, and attended and supported the Symphony!
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION EVENTApril 10, 2015 • Dalhousie Arts Centre, Halifax
This season we recognized Symphony Nova Scotia’s 2014 Volunteer of the Year for his outstanding contribution to the organization. Dr. Christopher Helleiner, our dedicated, music loving, knowledgeable researcher and creator of our concert program notes. Chris is single-handedly responsible for im-proving the concert experience for every audience member at all of our classical and baroque concerts for over 20 years.
He is not only a generous donor and supporter of the Symphony, but he is also a long time member of the Symphony Nova Scotia Chorus.
We are deeply grateful to him and to all of our Symphony volunteers. Your commitment to the orchestra makes it all possible. Thank you.
2014 Volunteer of the Year
Dr. Christopher Helleiner
Mayor Mike Savage came
out to support Symphony
Nova Scotia, as well as
his friend Carl Sparkes.
Dave Gunning joined us
again after playing with
us for our Beyond the
Hall tour in Pictou County.
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NEW ZEALAND IN A GLASS WINE EVENTMay 12, 2015 • Pier 21, Halifax
BEER & BEETHOVEN May 8, 2015 Halifax Forum Multi-Purpose Centre, Halifax
We were pleased to collaborate with New Zealand Wine for this exclusive wine tasting and fundraising event. Attendees had the opportunity to meet representatives, taste exceptional wines, enjoy a sampling of fine foods and cheeses, and listen to a performance by a Symphony Nova Scotia ensemble.
Benjamin Marmen performed on Nova Scotian Crystal wine glasses, with Jennifer Jones on violin, in a piece arranged by D’Arcy Gray. Many thanks to Nova Scotian Crystal for donating the top auction prize, and for providing the glasses for this performance.
Symphony Nova Scotia’s annual end-of-season fundraiser, Beer and Beethoven, took a local twist featuring NS Craft Brewers Association members at the launch of the first Nova Scotia Craft Beer Week. The orchestra performed with special guest Dave Gunning, with Board member Varqa Mirzaagha acting as emcee. The auction, headlined by a live painting by Richelle Williams, helped raise over $43,000.
SCOTIABANK BLUE NOSE MARATHON CHARITY CHALLENGEMay 16-17, 2015, Halifax
Over 80 runners the biggest fundraising team of the entire race!) joined the Symphony Nova Scotia team during its sixth year participating in the Scotiabank Blue Nose Marathon Charity Challenge.
This year we raised over $15,000 for the Symphony’s education and outreach programs. We were one of the top fundraising charities, and were awarded an additional $4000 for having the largest number of fundraisers.
Thank you to our Co-Chairs, Sandy Rutledge and Pat Sullivan, our Team Captain, Kerry Kavalo, and our top individual donor, Ghlee MacLeod! Congratulations to all of the runners and supporters.
Carl Sparkes was the successful bidder for the Symphony’s
“Conductor for a Day” auction item. Carl practised tire-
lessly to interpret “Barber of Seville”. Not to be outdone
by Bugs Bunny, who immortalized this piece for genera-
tions, Carl arrived on stage in tails and white gloves.
Our youngest donor Skye MacLeod
shared her donation in this
beautifully-decorated envelope.
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONSFOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2015.
The financial information that follows, the statement of operations, is only an excerpt from Symphony Nova Scotia’s complete set of annual financial statements.
A complete set of the Symphony Nova Scotia Society’s 2014/15 Financial Statements (which have been audited and reported upon by our auditors, Grant Thornton LLP) is available online at www.symphonynovascotia.ca or by telephone at 902.421.1300.
REVENUES 2015 2014 Earned revenue 1,378,183 1,193,385 Private sector revenue 1,218,917 1,008,066 Corporate revenue 107,000 136,500 Individual gifts 287,996 227,570 Education revenue 84,875 100,408 Special Events 100,408 86,771 Other (Foundation, membership, designated gifts) 683,063 517,115 Public sector revenue 1,114,322 1,133,313Capital contributions 12,865 12,185 Donated materials & services 194,582 216,428 3,918,869 3,563,377
EXPENSES
Artistic 2,231,515 1,983,301 Education 104,375 51,949 Concert production 594,247 516,635 Marketing 270,898 235,852Development 211,726 176,571 Administration 345,511 350,419 Donated materials and services 194,582 216,428 3,952,854 3,531,155
REVENUES LESS EXPENSES (33,958) 32,222
LISTEN TO THE FUTURE CAMPAIGN
Campaign donations received 227,851 771,134Campaign donations received and held in restricted funds 21,445 26,994Total Campaign donations received 249,296 798,128Campaign expenses 5,724 3,340Transferred to Symphony Nova Scotia Foundation 222,124 767,794Balance held in restricted cash to be transferred to the Foundation 21,445 26,994
A: REVENUE Earned revenue Private sector revenue
Public sector revenue Capital contributions
Donated materials & services
B: EXPENSES Artistic Education Concert production
Marketing Development Administration
Donated materials & services
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MAESTRO’S SPHERE ($50,000+)The Estate of William & Corinne Hopgood
MAESTRO’S PLATINUM CIRCLE (20,000+)Clearwater Fine Foods Incorporated
Peggy Corkum
The Craig Foundation, Joan & Jack Craig
Nancy Doty in memory of Carl Doty
Judith Grant
Marjorie Lindsay
Women for Music
MAESTRO’S GOLD CIRCLE ($10,000+)Anonymous (2)
Fred & Elizabeth Fountain
Martin Haase
Rosemary & Keith Hamilton
David & Patricia Hastings
Susan Kerslake
John & Catherine Lazier
Stephen & Dennice Leahey, CM
Community Foundation of Nova Scotia
Van & Babs Penick
MAESTRO’S SILVER CIRCLE ($5,000+)A. Mary Holmes Trust
Bill & Lorraine Black
Bee Huxtable
Paul & Barbara Kent
Rod & Robin MacLennan
John MacLeod through
the JSF Fund at CFNS
Hon. Margaret N. McCain, O.C.
Gail Morris & Sandy Rutledge
Eli & Wendy Rees
Robert Pope Foundation
Spencer Family Charitable Foundation
The John & Judy Bragg Foundation
Chris Wilkinson & Suzanne Lemieux
MAESTRO’S BRONZE CIRCLE ($1,000+)Anonymous
Nancy Barteaux & Eric Durnford
William Blackburn & Ramona Lumpkin
Mary Blanchard
Bob & Michèle Bortolussi
Catherine Campbell
Paul & Lorraine Campbell
Wes & Diane Campbell
David & Carolyn Chipman
Helen Cianfaglione
Jessie & Harold Crosby
Alan & Laurie Cruess
Nanciellen Davis
Fedora & Louis Deveau
Glen Dexter & Margie Knickle
Dr. Rebecca Dobson
Valerie Evans & Alain Chamagne
James & Cora Fanning
James A. & Karen Farquhar
The Estate of Hilda Evelyn Fergusson
Chris & Hiya Field
Audrey & Ken Fram
Janet & Allan Gaskin
Robert Geraghty
Marci-Ann Gilsig
Constance Glube
Dale Godsoe, C.M.
Richard Goldbloom
Michael & Jean Gray
Dr. Marie-Claude Grégoire
Stuart & Hilda Grossert
Peter & Mary Ellen Gurnham
Jean Hartley
Larry Hayes & Sharon Nicolle
Christopher Helleiner
Christopher Hubley
Drs. Dennis & Lalia Johnston
Anne & Wilf Laybolt
Dr. & Mrs. Raymond & Francoise LeBlanc
Mary Lu MacDonald
Rick & Nan MacDonald
Susanne MacDonald
Marie MacInnes
Ernie Manicom
Lois & David Mann
Karen Mann
Brian & Ruth March
David & Doreen Martin
Mary & Robert Martin
Timothy C. Matthews
Carol McCauley & Wally Seipp
Michael McFadden
Shirlee Medjuck
David Mercer
Varqa Mirzaagha
Bret & Janice Mitchell
David & Sonia Murphy
Helen Murray
Dr. Christopher & Carole M. Olsen
The Estate of Reta M. Palmer
The Estate of Lorna Pearce
Sherry Porter & Doug Hall
Elizabeth & David Precious
candice j. prior
James Publicover
Doug & Maureen Reid
Alex & Kathleen Ritchie
in memory of Gaylan Ritchie
Ryan Legal Services Inc.
Margot Schenk
Allan & Leslie Shaw
Robbie & Jean Shaw
Allan J. Silverman
Nancy Spencer
Linda Stewart
The Estate of Anne Strong
Jennifer Szerb
Keith & Julia Taylor
Bruce Towler & Judy Steele
Karen & Tom Traves
Philippa Verrier
Rose Wilson
Dr. Patty Wren & Dr. Geoffrey Turnbull
John & Carol Young
The Zive Family
Tietje Zonneveld
CONCERTMASTER’S CIRCLE ($500+)Anonymous
Anonymous donation through the CFNS
Ken & Janet Adams
Auto Choice Parts & Paints Limited
Ninette Babineau
Leslie & Jeannine Baikie
Earl Banks
Dianne & Stephen Beaufoy
Richard Buggeln
Hugh & Ann Cameron
Campbell Comeau Engineering
Doreen & Terry Carroll
CBRE Limited
Guy Chauvin
CIBC Wood Gundy Ltd.
Ted & Joan Cleather
Compass Commercial Realty
Audrey Cowan
Gregory Crosby
Eva & Bill Gates
Robert Gershey
Halifax Partnership
Halifax Port Authority
Susan Helliwell
Heritage Gas
Jane Hustins
Lucy Kerr
Ketchin Sales & Marketing
Susan Kulik
Michael Laffin
Brian Leadbetter
J. & D. LindenSmith
Peter MacAskill
Harley & Wendy MacCaull
Douglas & Helen MacDonald
Wayne & Jody MacDonald
Bill & Robin MacInnis
Charlotte MacQuarrie
Dr. William F. Mason
Michelin Canada
Rod & Michele Millar
Arthur & Ann Miller
Frank E. Milne
Montrose Mortgage Atlantic
Nancy Morrison & Gregory Baker
Bruce & Susan Moxley
Penny & Len Moxon
Jock & Janet Murray
NSLC
Peter Oleskevich & Nancy Handrigan
Barbara O’Shea
Dr. & Mrs. Winston Parkhill
Richard Peckham & Maureen Nowlan
Pierre & Margaret Perron
Colin Piercey
Victoria & Edwin Rosenberg
Catherine Shepherd
Rod Sneddon
Stuart & Davidson Orthodontics
Audrey Tenniswood
Theriault Financial
Esther & Bill VanGorder
Ted Withers in Memory of Eileen Withers
SYMPHONY CLUB ($250+)Anonymous
Nelson Amiro
B. Anderson
Margaret M. Arklie
DONORS 2014/15On behalf of the entire community, we extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to all of the committed individuals, organizations, and foundations that made donations to Symphony Nova Scotia or the Symphony Nova Scotia Foundation during the 2014/15 fiscal year (July 2014-June 2015). Your generosity and passion inspire us and allow us to continue to bring exceptional performances and outreach programs to audiences across the province.
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We make every effort to ensure the
accuracy of this information, but invite
you to contact us to let us know of any
errors or omissions. Donors that have
given for five or more consecutive
years are bolded.
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Said & Sharon Awad
Michael & Sheila Banks
Robert & Rejeanne Bell
Jenise & Mike Brouse
Madge & Brian Burnell
Rodney & Margaret Caley
Jean Sutherland Cameron
Mary Carmichael
Florence Carrigan
Dr. & Mrs. Christopher Childs
June & Angus Chisholm
Donald & Susan Church
Mrs. M.G. Cox
Colin & Ellen Darlington
Joan Dawson
Marilyn & John Edgecombe
David & Sheila Ferguson
Keith & Lise Fillmore
Peter Fillmore
Barbare Fraser
Bernhard & Shirley Gueller
Dr. Paul Hickey
Marion D. Kennedy
Jill Langin
Joanne Langley-LeBlanc
Robert Leblanc-Ross
Susan Letson
Marlon & Trudy Lewis
Ian & Gail Logie
Elaine Loney
W. Scott MacConnell &
Stephanie Mykietyn
Bill MacDonald & Patricia Pearce
Kathryn MacIsaac
Jean Macpherson
Janet Marche
Rachel Martin
Peter & Gerrie Masters
Eric Mathis
Sue & Rod McCulloch
John McElhiney
Dorothy Morrison
Mary & Alistair Munro
Rick & Melda Murray
Dan O’Connor & Sharon Fraser
Terrence Paris
Margaret & William Parker
Renzo Piccinini
Barbara Poranek
David & Susan Ritcey
James & Elizabeth Ross
Sharon H. Ross
Jason Roth & Cheryl Steadman
H. A. Ryding
Elizabeth Salton
Aet Sandstrom
Brett Smith
Candace Stevenson
M. & E. Stevenson
Tanya Tintner
Chris Walker
Gordon Watson
H. Wickwire-Foster
COMPANION CLUB ($100+)Anonymous (11)
Carl & Caroline Abbott
David & Marcella Abugov
Pam Ackerman
David & Jane Alexander
Lisa Annand
Melvin & Myrna Baird
James Balcom
Paul Balcom
Marjorie Bellefontaine
M.H. Billard
Carl Boyd & Karolyn Waterson
Russ & Sharon Brannon
Maura Brennan
Leo Brooks
David Bruce
Rick Buhr & Carolyn Drysdale-Buhr
Sheila A. Cardone
John & Linda Carter
Level Chan
Patrick & Beverley Charlton
Rick & Carolyn Chenhall
The late Ernest Chiasson
Joan Chiddenton
Nancy & Fred Chipman
Robert & Ruth Clark
David Cogswell
Lesley Cole
Collette Condon
Patrick Connors
Christine Corston
Sybilla Corvin
Marie Cox
Phyllis Cox
Kay Crinean
Heather Crocker
Judith & Jonathan Davies
Cecil & Eleanor Decker
Beverly d’Entremont & Anthony Farrell
Kenneth & Marged Dewar
Myrla Drysdale
Kay & Eric Duggan
Elizabeth Durling
Ruth Durrant
Robyn Elliott
Jo-Anne Embree
Trinda L. Ernst
Conrad Fernandez & Suzanne Ramsey
Robert & Sheila Frame
J. Gagnon & G. Allard
Joan Gilroy
Dan Goodspeed
Donald & Joleen Gordon
Jane Gordon
Roberta Graham
Roselle Green
Nancy Grove & Joe Tiernan
Holly & Eldon Gunn
David & Laurie Hamilton
Edwin & Patricia Harris
Marilyn & Reid Harrison
Shirley & Mark Hazen
Nora Henderson
Kathryn Herbert
Graeme Hicks
Donald Houle
Lorna Huestis
Terry & Stephanie Hurrell
David S Inkpen
Nigel & Pauline Kemp
Margaret Kendall
Gordon F. Kent
Hugh Kindred
Nancy Kitchen
Ethel Kostman
Stan & Jan Kutcher
Carol & Bruce Law
Kimberley Lawlor & Christopher Smith
Prof. & Mrs. Douglas Lee
Barry & Nancy Lesser
Bernard & Judith Leviten
Ron & Aileen Lewis
Sharon L. Logan
Bill & Stella Lord
Betty & Don Lordly
Mary Dykstra Lynch
Karen MacInnis
Doug & Alice Macintosh
Robert & Charlotte Mackeigan
Gary & Marilyn MacKenzie
Barbara MacKinnon
Ann Maclean
Peggy MacLean
Linda MacLeod
Valerie MacMichael
Ron & Mary Macnab
Sylvia Mangalam
Linda Marks
Julie Marshall
Clive & Elizabeth Mason
Janet Maybee
Bill & Monica McDonald
Charmaine McDonald
Harold McGee
David & Kathryn McNamara
Rick Mehta
William Middleton & Susan Grant
Duncan & Ann Miller
Gary A. Miller
Linda Miller
Janine Mills
Robert & Helga Mills
Janet Mitchell
Dr. & Mrs. J. Money
John A. Montgomerie
Andrea Moore
Marilyn & Graham Morgan
Larry & Claire Murphy
Michael & Elizabeth Murphy
James O’Brien
Vicki Olds in memory of Donovan Olds
O’Regan’s Automotive Group
Robin Orr
Robert & Nancy Pasquet
Arthur & Elizabeth Peters
Stella Pierce
Jeff Pike
Linda & Alain Pirard
Phyllis Porter-Baker
Alayne Pothier
Chris & Helen Prowse
Mary Prudhoe
Mrs. D.W. Purchase
Suzanne Ramsey
Kathy & Barrie Rennick
Kay Richardson
LCDR Sherry Richardson
Barbara Richman
John G. Riley
Kenneth Rockwood & Susan Howlett
Bill & Betty Roger
Robert & Barbara Rushton
Janet Schaffner
Kevin Schwenker
Kazue Semba
Robert & Elizabeth Shaffelburg
Andrew Sherin & Sheila Clyburne
Lois A. Shields
Betty Skuffham
Kay Smith & Kathy Anthony
James & Heather Stewart
Erika Stokes
John Swain
Diane Swanzey
Kathryn Swenson
Johanna Ternan
Judith Tulloch
Marvin & Carol Uchida
Barbara Urquhart
Ian & Gertrude Urquhart
Paul Varner
Riet Vink
Alexa Vodicka
Jim & Louise Warren
Barbara C. Watt
Christopher & Daisy Weeren
Philip & Elvira Welch
Heather Wills
Thomas & Sharon Windeyer
BEQUESTSEstate of Hilda E. Fergusson
A.Mary Holmes Trust
Estate of William & Corinne Hopgood
Estate of Reta Palmer
Estate of Lorna Pearce
Estate of Anne Strong
IN MEMORYDr. Basil St. John Brown
Abigail Bryant
Isabella Campbell
Carl Doty
Dorothea Gahagan
Kaye Geraghty
Mickie Haase
Daina Kulrys
Henry Swift
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SPONSORS 2014/15Thank you to these community-minded organizations for their generous gifts of cash and services to Symphony Nova Scotia during the 2014/15 season.
SYMPHONY NOVA SCOTIASuite 301, 5657 Spring Garden Road
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3R4902. 421. 1300
DALHOUSIE ARTS CENTRE BOX OFFICE 6101 University Avenue
PO Box 15000 Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 4R2
902. 494. 3820 OR 1.800. 874. 1669
symphonynovascotia.ca
On the cover: Kerry Kavalo, viola Jennifer Jones, violin