Friends of The Cleveland Orchestra
Founded as the Women’s Committee of The Cleveland Orchestra in 1921, Friends of The Cleveland Orchestra today welcomes all music lovers to support the Orchestra through engaging fundraising events, volunteer services, and music education activities. Please direct membership inquiries to the following address [email protected].
Friends of The Cleveland Orchestra Leadership:
- Jean Sarlson, President
- Laurel Kest, First Vice President
- Cheryl Keys, Recording Secretary
- Joel Kay, Corresponding Secretary
- Patricia Sommer, Treasurer
Blossom Friends of The Cleveland Orchestra
Blossom Friends of The Cleveland Orchestra, established in 1968, is dedicated to promoting and sustaining The Cleveland Orchestra at its summer home, Blossom Music Center. Members plan fundraising events in Summit County, offer volunteer services at Blossom, and much more. Please direct membership inquiries to Connie Van Gilder.
Friends of The Cleveland Orchestra Leadership:
- Peggy Krinsky, Co-President
- Kaye Lowe, Co-President
- Mary Walker Sprunt, Recording Secretary
- Lorry Szabo, Corresponding Secretary
Volunteer Benefits
Friends of The Cleveland Orchestra Membership Benefits, 2022-23:
- Invitation to all volunteer events: Alice B. Weeks Scholarship, Gourmet Matinee Series, Meet the Artist Series, and additional Orchestra programs throughout Northeast Ohio
- Recognition as an Ambassador for The Cleveland Orchestra
- Access to partner with Cleveland Orchestra staff on advocacy work
- Invitation for you and a guest to attend 2 open rehearsals at the Mandel Concert Hall.
- Invitation to Cleveland Orchestra events
- Invitation to Cleveland Orchestra special events: Blossom Summer Soirée, Gala, Winter Spree
- Invitation to join book clubs throughout the season, organized by volunteers
- Early access to special events, volunteer opportunities and behind the scenes previews