ANNOUNCING 2025 PURSUIT OF THE PODIUM
The Dubuque Symphony Orchestra (DSO) announces its annual fundraiser, Pursuit of the Podium. Three local leaders have been chosen to compete in this year’s fundraiser. The contestant who raises the most money on behalf of the DSO between now and April 16, 2025 will conduct one piece at the DSO’s Summer Melodies concert at the Alliant Energy Amphitheater June 29, 2025.
This year's POP candidates are: Kevin Dragotto, Wes Hartig and Bob Woodward. Click on their profiles at the bottom of the page to learn more about each candidate.
To make a donation on behalf of a Pursuit of the Podium contestant, please visit the website, or mail your gift, with mention of candidate chosen, to the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra at 2728 Asbury Road, Suite 900, Dubuque, IA 52001.
The Pursuit of the Podium winner and total amount raised will be announced at the DSO’s Swan Lake Ballet performances May 3-4, 2025 at Heritage Center, University of Dubuque.
Pursuit of the Podium supports a variety of initiatives consistent with the DSO’s mission, which is to engage the tri-state community and enrich its quality of life through live musical performances and educational programs. The DSO serves approximately 25,000 people each year. Since Pursuit of the Podium was first introduced during the 2012-2013 season, forty community leaders have participated and raised more than $315,000.
For more information, call the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra office at (563) 557-1677.
