Dubuque Symphony Orchestra League

The Dubuque Symphony Orchestra League (DSOL) has been an integral support group for the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra (DSO) since its inception in 1966. Consisting of dedicated volunteers, the DSOL focuses on both financial support and music education opportunities for the DSO. In our 58^th year, the DSOL has contributed over $1,130,000 to the DSO. Additionally, its dedicated members have volunteered an impressive 231,094 hours, supporting various activities such as orchestra luncheons, guest artist gifts, fundraising activities, and event assistance.

Every year the League contributes support to the youth education programs in the community such as the 3^rd and 5^th grade Arts Trek concerts and the 4^th grade Adopt-A-Musician programs. We also support the Dubuque Symphony Youth Orchestra by sponsoring the Concerto Competition and contributing to the Dubuque Symphony Youth Ensembles. The League sponsors other events that include Sound Bites luncheons held on the Friday prior to the Classics concerts, Musical Musing prior to the Sunday concerts, as well as the Senior Classics program, now in its 14^th year. The Senior Classics program provides performances by DSO musicians and the Youth Orchestra to entertain residents and their families at local nursing homes and assisted living centers.

PLAY FOR THE SYMPHONY  (click for entry form)

September 26, 2024 from 10am-3pm
Dubuque Golf and Country Club

• Join the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra League for a fun day of “Partner, Party” Bridge!
  
  Entry fee, including lunch, is $40 and proceeds benefit Dubuque Symphony Orchestra education programs. 
  
  Mail payment and entry form to: Dubuque Symphony Orchestra, 2728 Asbury Rd., Ste. 900, Dubuque, IA 52001

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LUNCHEON AND AN AFTERNOON WITH LOUISA MAY ALCOTT

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.
Dubuque Golf & Country Club

• Following lunch the audience will experience a theatrical presentation from Historical Women of Letters, featuring Debra Ann Miller, as Louisa May Alcott, in costume. This performance, written using excerpts from her letters and journals, allows LMA to speak in her own words; of her childhood, her experiences as a Civil War Nurse, her struggles to support her family, and the equal rights of all. There will be a question and answer period following the performance. We trust you'll be inspired by Louisa's story. River Lights Bookstore has generously offered a bound copy of Little Women as a door prize and we thank them. 
  
  Reservations can be made with the DSO office at 563-557-1677. The cost is $40 per ticket. Checks, cash or credit card will secure your seat at the table.
  
  Mail payment to: Dubuque Symphony Orchestra, 2728 Asbury Rd., Ste. 900, Dubuque, IA 52001.  If you are using a credit card, be advised there is an added handling fee of $3.00.  
  
  Questions to: Marilynne Field, rr1stable@aol.com

It’s wonderful to see such a strong commitment to both the arts and education in our community! We encourage and welcome you to join us in our 58th year supporting the DSO. We have a full year of events and fundraisers scheduled, which may be found on the DSO website. Visit dubuquesymphony.org/dubuque-symphony-orchestra-league. Our projects and events are the perfect way to have fun and meet new people, while supporting the tremendous Dubuque Symphony Orchestra. Please contact Joyce Johnson, Chair of the Membership Committee, at jen65j14@icloud.com if you are interested in learning more about joining the DSOL. Don’t delay, join today!

Vickie LaGrotta
President
DSOL