The Brevard Symphony Orchestra, partnering with the Brevard County School Board and through support received from local foundations and businesses, offers a free symphonic concert at the King Center each February for all 5th grade public
school students.

A study guide is developed for music teachers that integrate all learning aspects of a symphony performance from biographies of the composers to seating within the orchestra, performance etiquette and much more. All this information is blended, with musical examples, into class lesson plans. This allows the students time, in advance of the concert, to learn about what they will soon be enjoying, therefore enhancing their learning experience. For many students this is their first visit to the King Center for the Performing Arts as well as their first symphonic performance. All Study Guide materials incorporate the Sunshine State Standards and connection to FCAT curriculums.

This concert is open to private and home school students. A nominal fee per student is collected at the door. Chaperones are free. Advance reservations are necessary. Contact DaLaine Chapman, Brevard County School Board Office by November 1, 2008 at, 321-633-1000, ext. 338 (if you leave a message on voicemail be sure to include a callback number.)

08-09 Fifth Grade Concert: Tuesday, Feb. 10 and Wednesday, Feb.11. Performances 10:15 am & 12:00 noon, King Center.

Concert Sponsored by:

Brevard County Public Schools
	Performances of the Brevard Symphony Orchestra are sponsored in part by the Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs through the Florida Arts Council and the Brevard County Board of County Commissioners through the Brevard Cultural Alliance, Inc.

The Melodic Life Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008 2:00 and 4:00 pm Featuring composer/narrator Gregory Smith. Everyone loves a great melody! Discover how composers create memorable melodies, and hear a new work by Gregory Smith that introduces us to a melody named "Bob" and tells us the story of Bob's Melodic Life. You'll also hear the Space Coast Suite - an original composition featuring melodies written by students from four Brevard County schools! Also, be sure to visit the hands-on activities area featuring the Musical Instrument Petting Zoo, Musical Crafts and the all-new Composer's Corner! Print/Download Free Family Concert TIcket. Concert sponsored by:      PUBLIX SUPERMARKETS CHARITIES Robert W. Amos

Composer Gregory Smith (Photo courtesy Baltimore Symphony Orchestra)

SPECIAL OFFER FOR STUDENTS – You don’t have to play an instrument to join!

You are invited to join the BSO’s Concert Club for Students!  Beginning in October and continuing through April you can experience some of the best classical music on the Space Coast and as a Concert Club member you enjoy quality programming at club prices plus other great benefits!

Your BSO Concert Club membership can be the beginning of a great journey through classical music. The Concert Club offers 4th-12th grade students the opportunity to experience professional, classical and pops performances while learning more about the orchestra and the processes involved in producing quality programming.

Membership Benefits

Reduced Ticket Prices—the Member and one Guest can attend all six BSO Subscription Concerts for $5.00 each. Tickets for all six evening, three evening/three matinee or three matinee concert subscription series may be purchased at one time or you may purchase your concert tickets on a concert-by-concert basis (handling charges will apply).

E-Newsletter—A Members Only newsletter is sent before each concert which includes a special article from Christopher Confessore, the BSO’s Music Director & Principal Conductor

Invitation—to "Sit in with the Symphony." Attend the January BSO rehearsal and sit onstage with the musicians.

Membership Card & T-shirt—complete with a special Concert Club design, mailed directly to your home prior to the first concert in October. To guarantee size, join before Sept. 12th, 2008.

Membership Guidelines

• Only students 4th-12th grade are eligible for Concert Club membership
• Ticket discounts are for Subscription Concerts only and are limited, two per member, per concert
• If ordering tickets for all six evening concerts, three evening/three matinee concerts, or three matinee concerts — contact the BSO Business Office; if ordering tickets on a concert by concert basis contact the King Center Box Office
• Seating is limited to Area Three, Grand Tier (PP-VV), matinee (S, T)
• Concert Club memberships and tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable

Membership Costs

$25 Per Student
$20 for Brevard Symphony Youth Orchestra Members

Concert Attendance

Concert by Concert Cost
$12 per concert (limit 2), includes a $1 handling fee per ticket
Subscription Cost
$70 for six concerts, includes one time $10 handling fee
$35 for three matinee, includes one time $5 handling fee.

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Maestro Confessore visits many Brevard county schools throughout the year. These visits include hands on instruction and lectures with music students as well as offering information to all students regarding a career in the music and arts field. If you are interested in more information or for details about inviting Mr. Confessore to visit your school, contact the BSO Business Office at info@brevardsymphony.com

Join the society of young professionals dedicated to supporting the cultural pinnacle of Brevard– the Brevard Symphony Orchestra.

The Vivace Society exists to cultivate Brevard’s younger business professionals into an emerging generation of BSO patrons and supporters.

Vivace’s benefits are centered around socializing, networking, music education, and developing personal relationships with BSO musicians, the BSO's Music Director, and one another. For more information, contact the BSO business office at (321) 242-2024.

Guilds– North, Central & South. The three Guilds were developed to act as BSO fundraising and support groups.  The mission of each guild is to promote and financially support the Brevard Symphony Orchestra.  This is accomplished through member and community involvement in fundraising activities designed to highlight boththe organizationand the orchestra.  Membership is open year-round to those interested in actively supporting the BSO.

Ann-Marie Brush, President 
(321) 385-1513
Myra Brubaker, Vice President
Barbara Terhune, Secretary
Lisa McAlpine, Treasurer
Jean Holley - Membership

Visit their website: http://nbbd.com/npr/northguild/

2008-2009 North Guild Events:

Oct. 25, 2008- Cocktail Party (Santa's Workshop), 580 Willowgreen Lane, Titusville
Contact: Ann-Marie Brush, (321) 385-1513
Dec. 2, 2008- Classic Holiday Dinner and SIlent Auction, La Cita Country Club,
Cocktails 6 pm
Dinner 7 pm
Contact: Shirley Ericson, (321) 268-1093
Dec. 13, 2008- Christmas in the 1950's Party:
Dept 56 Snow Village display and holiday treats
580 Willowgreen Lane, Titusville
5-9 pm
Contact: Ann-Marie Brush, (321) 385-1513
Jan 25, 2009 - Evening on the Italian Riviera
Portofino's Restaurant, Titusville
Cocktails 6 pm
Dinner 7 pm
Contact: Barbara Terhune (321) 267-4624
February 28, 2009 - Symphony of Homes Tour
Contact: Jean Fowler
April 4, 2009 - Great Outdoors Big Brass Concert/Party
Cocktails 6:30 pm
Concert 7:30 pm
Contact: Shirley Ericson, (321) 268-1093

Membership Fees:
Active Membership per person - $15
Active Membership per couple - $20
Inactive Membership per individual - $25
Inactive Membership per couple - $35
Concertmaster - $50
Maestro - $100

Linda Huddleston, President
(321) 636-8423
Lskonicki@cfl.rr.com
Barbara Nichols, First Vice President
Cheryl Mendelsohn, Second Vice President
Betty Ann Locke, Treasurer
Barbara Freeman, Assistant Treasurer
Meme Pearson, Recording Secretary
Cheryl Korman, Corresponding Secretary
Dakota Thornton, Historian
Mary Helen Anderson, Parliamentarian
Polly Page Atkinson, Advisor

PO Box 320411
Cocoa Beach FL 32932-0411

2008-2009 Central Guild Events:

Oct. 9, 2008 - Membership Open House
Porcher House, Downtown Cocoa Village
3-4:30 pm
Dec. 2008 - Christmas Luncheon
Date and Location TBA
Jan. 2009 - Fashion Show
Rockledge Country Club
Date and Time TBA
April 17, 2009 - Meet the Maestro
Courtyard Marriott, Cocoa Beach
May 2, 2009 - Derby Day
Crusey Residence

Membership Fees:
Dues: $30, $40 Annually

Kendal Martin, President
(321) 453-5635
Marilyn Hurst, First Vice President, Membership & Publicity Chair
(321) 253-5560
Joan Albright, Dottie Allen, Midge Dunn, Lori Fengel, Second Vice Presidents
Carole Gatto, Recording Secretary
Frances Howard, Corresponding Secretary

2008-2009 South Guild Events:

Monthly luncheons starting in September - first Friday of the month
Eau Gallie Yacht Club, 10:30 am - $25.00

South Guild 40th Birthday Bash
Date/Time TBA

Nov. 7 - Annual Boutique
Eau Gallie Yacht Club

Membership Tea
Date/Time TBA

Springtime Fundraiser
Spring 2009

Membership Fees:
$35 Active Member, $50 Patron, $100 Angel