Virtouso Society

Membership in the Virtuoso Society is a special recognition for donors who contribute unrestricted dollars to the Plano Symphony Orchestra at significant levels over a period of time.

The impact of the Virtuoso Society is profound. The annual unrestricted donations from its members give the Plano Symphony Orchestra flexibility to respond to patron needs and wishes in providing the best programming, talent and education.

In recent years, for example, the Plano Symphony Orchestra has been able to attract such talents as violinist Joshua Bell, renowned pianist Marc-Andre Hamlin and classical guitarist Christopher Parkening. This type of artistry can only come from committed symphony patrons and donors.

To show their commitment to annual giving, members of the Virtuoso Society will receive a distinguishing pin to wear during Plano Symphony Orchestra events. Designed exclusively for the Society, the small, distinctive pin is emblazoned with the symphony’s official logo, and topped with a precious stone to match the chosen level of giving. This pin symbolizes an ongoing and significant commitment to the arts and to the Plano Symphony Orchestra.

• Maestro: $50,000 (or $10,000 per year for five years)
• Diamond: $25,000 (or $5,000 per year for five years)
• Ruby: $5,000 (or $1,000 per year for five years)

Individual Donors

• Benefactor: ($5,000 +)
  • Name recognition in concert programs for gifts received by August 15, 2003.
  • Subscription to Symphony E-Notes.
  • Invitation to Membership Events.
  • Special invitations to post-concert receptions honoring guest artists.
  • An invitation to “Mimosas with the Maestro” Brunch.
  • 4 Free Passes to a Season Concert.
  • Invitation to Rotogravure Dinner in your honor for gifts received during annual campaign (December/January) for the ensuing season.
  • Priority in requests for Seat Selection Change.
  • Name included on commemorative “Season Underwriter Plaque” to be displayed at concerts.
  • Free valet parking for Eisemann Center Concerts.
  • Opportunity for “Name Association” with a Symphony event through the gift.
     
• Patrons: ($2,500-$4,999)
  • Name recognition in concert programs for gifts received by August 15, 2003
  • Subscription to Symphony E-Notes. Invitation to Membership Events.
  • Special invitations to post-concert receptions honoring guest artists.
  • An invitation to “Mimosas with the Maestro” Brunch. 4 Free Passes to a Season Concert.
  • Invitation to Rotogravure Dinner in your honor for gifts received during annual campaign (December/January) for the ensuing season.
  • Priority in requests for Seat Selection Change.
  • Name included on commemorative “Season Underwriter Plaque” to be displayed at concerts.
  • Free valet parking for Eisemann Center Concerts.
     
• Underwriters: ($1,000-$2,499)
  • Name recognition in concert programs for gifts received by August 15, 2003.
  • Subscription to Symphony E-Notes.
  • Invitation to Membership Events.
  • Special invitations to post-concert receptions honoring guest artists.
  • An invitation to “Mimosas with the Maestro” Brunch.
  • 4 Free Passes to a Season Concert.
  • Invitation to Rotogravure Dinner in your honor for gifts received during annual campaign (December/January) for the ensuing season.
  • Priority in requests for Seat Selection Change.
  • Name included on commemorative “Season Underwriter Plaque” to be displayed at concerts.
  • Free parking in the Nortell Garage for Eisemann Center Concerts.
     
• Pacesetter: ($500-$999)
  • Name recognition in concert programs for gifts received by August 15, 2003.
  • Subscription to Symphony E-Notes.
  • Invitation to Membership Events.
  • Special invitations to post-concert receptions honoring guest artists.
  • An invitation to “Mimosas with the Maestro” Brunch.
  • 4 Free Passes to a Season Concert.
  • Invitation to Rotogravure Dinner in your honor for gifts received during annual campaign (December/January) for the ensuing season.
     
• Sustaing Members: ($250-$499)
  • Name recognition in concert programs for gifts received by August 15, 2003.
  • Subscription to Symphony E-Notes.
  • Invitation to Membership Events.
  • Special invitations to post-concert receptions honoring guest artists.
  • An invitation to “Mimosas with the Maestro” Brunch.
  • 2 Free Passes to a Season Concert
     
• Associate Members: ($100-$249)
  • Name recognition in concert programs for gifts received by August 15, 2003.
  • Subscription to Symphony E-Notes.
  • Invitation to Membership Events.
  • Special Invitations to post-concert receptions honoring guest artists.
     
• Contributing Members: ($50-$99)
  • Name recognition in concert programs for gifts received by August 15, 2003.
  • Subscription to Symphony E-Notes.
  • Invitation to Membership Events
     

Wish List

A current listing of the items the Symphony would like to obtain.

• Grand Piano
• “Petting Zoo” Instruments
• Two Additional Phone Lines
• New Color Printer
• Floor Easels
• New Office Furniture
• Office Supplies