The Women’s Committee of the Orchard Park Symphony Orchestra

Purpose

The Women’s Committee of the Orchard Park Symphony was founded in 1957 to promote attendance at the concerts and appreciation of fine music, to provide hospitality for the orchestra and soloists, and to give all possible assistance to the orchestra.

Structure

The Executive Board consists of …

  • President: Gail Freeman
  • Vice President(s): Tere Piper, Amy San Filipino
  • Recording Secretary: Heidi Salva
  • Corresponding Secretary: RaeAnn Reese
  • Treasurer: Judy Denison
  • Membership: Kathy Story

Committees are selected to handle hospitality, scholarship competition, fund raisers, and other responsibilities as needed.

Activities

  • Coffees are held on the Thursday preceding the concerts at 10 a.m. at the Orchard Park Country Club. The program usually is arranged to complement the next night’s concert program.
  • Post-concert receptions are held to entertain artists and guests.
  • Refreshments are provided for orchestra members during rehearsal four times a season.
  • An annual competition for scholarships is held for Grade 9 through 12 musicians.
  • A plant sale is held each year in May and June utilizing local growers who contribute a percentage of their total sales, generated by coupons that have been sold by all committee members.

Membership

The Women’s Committee invites anyone who has an interest in good music and enjoys and appreciates our own local Southtowns Symphony to please contact the membership chairman at 716-662-2302, or any committee member for more information.

Women’s Committee Volunteering at Oishei Children’s Hospital

At the Oishei Children’s Hospital, a shipment of thirty-two small and medium-sized pillows has recently arrived. These precious cushions are specifically designed to aid children who have undergone thoracic surgery, providing them with much-needed comfort and relief during their recovery. It warms the heart to know that these brave little ones will be able to hug their pillow as they sneeze or cough, alleviating any discomfort and pain they may experience.

The Orchard Park Women’s Committee, dedicated to uplifting their community, generously contributed their time and effort to the stuffing of these pillows, ensuring that each one is filled with love and care. Such a beautiful gesture of compassion and kindness is sure to make a significant impact on the lives of these young patients and their families.

55th Nan Ackerman Memorial Music Scholarship Competition Recipients Announced!

The recipients of the 55th Nan Ackerman Memorial Music Scholarship Competition can be found here.