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The SBSO was created as a
project of the Saginaw Department of Parks and Recreation in
1935 and has performed an annual concert series ever since.
It was incorporated as a separate non-profit corporation in
1953. At this time it also became one of the 50 orchestras
who were named charter members of the American Symphony
Orchestra League.
The Orchestra is a
fully-professional ensemble which draws its members from
throughout Michigan. In addition to its classical concerts,
the Orchestra has produced a wide variety of chamber, pops,
educational and historical concerts, as well as opera,
ballet and modern dance. Nearly 5,000 community performers,
over half of whom are children, have shared the stage with
the Orchestra in performances over the years.
The SBSO has established
a proud legacy of providing quality musicianship, innovative
programming and excellent educational experiences to the
people of Mid-Michigan.
Due
to your continued support of the Saginaw Bay
Symphony Orchestra, here are some of the
accomplishments we've achieved.
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Since 2005, number of season tickets sold has
increased from 250 to 500 |
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From 2005 to
2007, single ticket sales have increased 44% |
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For fiscal
year 2007, we've increased major concert
sponsors to over $93,000 |
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We've
maintained a 70-member orchestra, allowing for a
more diverse selection of music performed |
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The community
favorite SBSO Holiday Housewalk was revitalized
due to the efforts of the Housewalk Committee
and numerous volunteers |
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Eliminated the
operating deficit in the fiscal year 2005 |
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Due to
generous donations from corporations and
individuals, we eliminated more than $250,000 in
debt from 2000 to 2005 |
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Our Endowment
Fund has increased to more than $1 million,
partly through the Saginaw Community
Foundation's Kresge
Challenge and partly through
the generosity of the late Maxwell Pribil and
Leo and Emelie Kahan |
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