For generations, the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra has been an integral part of our community. As a Member you will support live orchestral music, music education and community outreach programs.

Through your Membership the CSO offers you: 

• A role in electing the Board of Directors;

• More insight into the organization;

• Opportunities to engage with musicians and become more knowledgeable about the inner workings of the Symphony;

• Member recognition throughout the year.

Your membership will Support… 

Artistic Excellence

As a Member of the Charlotte Symphony, you will help make great music possible. Your Membership gift will enable us to:

• Program world-renowned guest artists;

• Perform challenging orchestral works;

• Attract and retain exceptionally talented professional musicians.

Music Education Experiences

The Charlotte Symphony believes that arts education matters. We are committed to cultivating the next generation of music lovers by developing engaging education programs for children, students, parents and adults of diverse backgrounds.

With your support the CSO will:

• Perform education concerts for every 4th and 5th grader in Charlotte-Mecklenburg;

• Train young musicians through Charlotte Symphony Youth Orchestra involvement;

• Provide professional development opportunities for band and orchestra teachers;

• Engage and educate adult patrons through programs such as Symphony 101 & Pre-concert talks.

Community Engagement Efforts

Each season, the Symphony performs for more than 250,000 people. Your Membership gift will assist in keeping our programs accessible and relevant to all members of our community.

Your Membership gift will help us:

• Build collaborative relationships with community partners;

• Create unique programming to reach diverse audiences;

• Perform regional and community concerts, such as Summer Pops, in outdoor settings and neighborhood venues.

Please consider a Membership Gift to the Annual Fund Campaign this year. There are many ways to give:

• You can make a donation online.

• Call 704-972-2003 X5107 or 5108 to make credit card  donation over the phone

• Download this form and mail with your check or credit card information to Midtown Plaza, Suite 300, 1300 Baxter Street, Charlotte, NC 28204. Or fax it to 704-972-2012

• We also accept gifts of securities. Please notify our Development Office at 704-972-2003 ext 226 prior to making your transfer.

• You may be able to double or triple your gift to the Symphony if you work for a company that has a matching gift program.

The CSO is a 501c(3) nonprofit organization. Tax ID #56-6011568.
Contributions are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. 

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2007-2008 Membership Levels and Benefits

2007-2008 Subscriber Member 

As a valued CSO member, you receive a will enjoy an array of Membership benefits, each designed to enhance your concert-going experience. 

• Complimentary subscription to Encore, the newsletter of the Charlotte Symphony, and to the E-Mail club.

• A copy of “The Sound of Charlotte,” a book commemorating the first 75 years of the Charlotte Symphony

• Special recognition at during Member Appreciation Month.

• Invitation to the Charlotte Symphony Annual Meeting and voting privileges

• Annual Report

$250-$499  Contributing Member

• Complimentary subscriptions to Encore, newsletter of the Charlotte Symphony, and to the E-Mail club

• Invitation to the Charlotte Symphony Annual  Meeting and voting privileges

• A copy of The Sound of Charlotte, commemorating the first 75 years of the Charlotte Symphony  

• Referral program: Refer two new Members and receive two complimentary ticket vouchers

• Special recognition at concerts during Member Appreciation Month

• Annual listing in a concert program book

• Annual Report

$500-$749  Sustaining Member

• Invitation for two to a Dessert Reception and  Open Rehearsal with Maestro Christof Perick

• Acknowledgement of your contribution in every issue of the Symphony’s concert program book

• All benefits above

$750-$1,249  Affiliate Member*

• Two passes to all four 2007-2008 Friday morning Coffee Classics Open Rehearsals

• Two tickets to a Charlotte Symphony Youth Orchestra Concert

• All benefits above

$1,250-$1,999  Patron*

• VIP on-stage seating at selected Friday morning Open Rehearsals; includes a pre-rehearsal discussion with a CSO personality

• Invitations for two to the Annual Summer Pops Picnic under the tent at Symphony Park

• All benefits above

$2,000-$3,499  League Benefactor**

• Invitation for two to attend exclusive “Insiders’ Evenings,” which include discussions and musical excerpts from the concert program with CSO personalities

• Two tickets to an Open Rehearsal and Reception with Maestro Christof Perick, including a pre-rehearsal discussion with CSO insiders and an opportunity for on-stage seating, based on availability 

• Complimentary intermission refreshments in the McColl Room at all Classics and Pops Concerts

• Free valet parking at CSO concerts held at the Belk Theater

• All benefits above

$3,500-$5,999  Founder**

• A contribution in your name of two ticket vouchers to the charity of your choice

• Preferred Parking pass for Summer Pops concerts at Symphony Park

• All benefits above

$6,000 -$11,999  Conductor’s Circle**

• Invitation for two for dinner with fellow members, conductor and /or guest artist

• Invitation for two for a Meet-the-Musicians Luncheon

• All benefits above

$12,000-$24,999  Gold Baton**

• The opportunity to dedicate a piece of music to a friend or loved one, including lobby signage and recognition in the concert program book

• One program booklet signed by the conductor and a  poster autographed by a guest artist

• Invitations to receptions with Maestro Christof Perick

• All benefits above

$25,000+  Platinum Podium**

• A private ensemble performance at your home  

• Dedication of one performance in your name or as a tribute to a friend, with concert program book autographed by the conductor and or guest artist  

• All of the benefits above  

* The value of benefits associated with Campaign contributions at this level is $55. 

** The value of benefits associated with contributions at this level is $180.

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