It’s About Your Life Annual Report
2011 – 2012
Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra Core Musicians
Erin Brophey, Principal Oboe Richard Carnegie, Principal Double Bass
Carol Marie Cottin, Principal Horn Lahni Russell, Principal Cello
James Legge, Principal Viola Randi Nelson, Principal Flute
Oxana Ossiptchouk, Principal Violin II Michael Swan, Principal Violin (Concertmaster)
Stephanie Unverricht, Principal Bassoon Margaret Wilson, Principal Clarinet
Core musician photos (except top left): Trudy Janssens, Photography One 2 One
Annual Report 2011–2012
Contents Core Musicians
inside cover
Annual Report
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Board of Directors
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Music Director’s Message
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Donors
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Education and Engagement
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Fundraising Events and Volunteers
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Administrative Staff and Players’ Committee
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Funders and Corporate Sponsors
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PHOTO CREDITS Trudy Janssens, Photography One 2 One; Rosanna Parry Photography (Messiah); Marcia Provenzano Photography; Heather Fritz Photography (The Red and Black Affair), Mike McCoy.
Annual Report Acting President, Lynn Ewing (l) General Manager, Jill Reid (r)
As we reflect on the past Season the words that come to mind are eagerness, passion and perseverance. One would think that there should be only one word to capture the essence of our past year and yet, it has been such an incredible season that we feel it was worthy of three – eagerness to get on with the work that fills the musicians, management, volunteers and our audience with passion that provides us all with the will to persevere when we reach a barrier or a challenge. There were many notable moments and achievements in the 2011–2012 Season. Here are some of those that were key: •• We concluded the first full year of residency at 408 20th Street West. Our Riversdale home is filled with laughter and light and incredible people. We love it. •• New musical appointments were made to Stephanie Unverricht, Principal Bassoon; Erin Brophey, Principal Oboe; and Mathieu Pouliot as Principal Percussion. Other musicians who were successful in the audition process and the subsequent probation included Nova Wong, Violin I, William Boan, Violin II, Evan Friesen, Violin II, and Heather Wilson, Viola. We also welcomed the return of Principal Cello, Lahni Russell
Australian guest conductor Daniel Smith congratulates Principal Cello Lahni Russell at February 2012 Masters Series concert.
•• New staff appointments included the signing of MarieHelene Nault Leblanc as Director of Operations and Terry Heckman as Personnel Manager.
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Dr. Monte Pishny-Floyd addresses the Music for a Sunday Afternoon audience at ‘Celebrating Seventy,’ honouring him.
•• We have an incredible talent pool of musicians and artists based here in Saskatoon and area. Those who worked with us this season include Helen Kashap, Deborah Buck, Sylvia Chave, Dr. Glen Gillis, Odette Nicholson, Brian Unverricht, Catherine Berntson, James Hawn, Saskatoon Chamber Singers, Garry Gable, Frank Harrington, U of S students in College Challenge, Graham Codling, Dr. Gerald Langner, University Community Chorus, Greystone Singers, Philip Kashap, Kim deLaforest, Emily Woytiuk, Miles Buchwaldt, Michael Hrycay, Nevin Buehler, Jennifer McAllister, Sara Spigott, Berlin Janzen, Adrianna Dyksman, Danielle Robertson-Boersma, Mark Altman, Will Martin, Gillian Lyons, Dr. David Kaplan, Monte Pishny-Floyd, Tammy Tropeau, Studio One, Tisdale and District Strings, Kari Alba, Alma Flamenca,
Mary Joy Nelson, Heather Molloy, Michael Harris, Jordie Hughton, Braiden Stevenson, Zodiac Tapestry Handbells, Sarah Ohnander, David Parkinson, Zachary Carter, Melanie Sydiaha, Peter Gravlin, Stephen Maguire, Janet Wilson, Tadeusz Biernacki, Saskatoon Youth Orchestra (directed by Richard Carnegie), Richard Margison, Lastiwka Ukrainian Orthodox Youth Choir of Saskatoon, and Gainer the Gopher. •• We presented the “Command Brass” from the RCAF Band, Winnipeg with our own SSO Brass Quintet. Held at the Roxy Theatre, the concert was a benefit for the SSO and a wonderful event featuring 10 incredible musicians. •• The SSO participated in the first Pan-Canadian Culture Days event with lectures, workshops and an open rehearsal. Our musical petting zoo was a featured event in the national advertising campaign in The Globe and Mail. •• Dr. David Kaplan, retired as our resident expert and host of the Masters Series pre-concert chats.
Emmett Graham plays the concert grand piano in the SSO’s 20th Street headquarters.
by composer Richard Carnegie, with the members of the Saskatoon Symphony Chamber Ensemble Our financial picture this season is directly related to the extended timeline required to launch our fundraising campaign “Orchestrating For The Future.” In anticipation of the resulting deficit, we met with our suppliers and implemented approved contingency plans. We remain very grateful for their support and incredible understanding. In-kind assistance along with professional support and advice was received from Rainbow Cinemas, the Saskatchewan Arts Board, City of Saskatoon and the Canada Council for the Arts. The Board and Management are committed to achieving long term sustainability and will be calling on your expertise and support throughout the year.
Dr. David Kaplan’s pre-concert chats have been a popular tradition at Masters Series concerts.
•• The Ewing family generously donated a concert grand piano to the SSO so that our space at 408 20th Street West may now host small concerts and recitals. Roger Jolly worked on the restoration of this beautiful instrument. •• The Music for a Sunday Afternoon Series presented the premiere performance of “Gone is All Your Fear”
We extend our heartfelt thanks to you, our audiences, sponsors and donors, for supporting the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra. Your ticket purchases, donations and sponsorships prove that you believe in the power of music. Our exciting performances are only possible with the level of support that you continue to show.
Lynn Ewing Acting President
Jill Reid General Manager
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Board of Directors June 1, 2011 – May 31, 2012 Director
Executive Position Committees
Ken Coutu Treasurer
Space Committee Finance and Audit
Rob Dobrohoczki Bev Drew
Past President
Lynn Ewing Vice President
Finance and Audit Fundraising Human Resources Nominating
Meagan Hinther Secretary
Strategic Plan and Governance
Roger Jolly
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Mairin Loewen
Human Resources
Phav Meekins
Fundraising
Ken Pontikes
Strategic Plan and Governance Finance and Audit
Bruce Simms
Finance and Audit
Chris Stoicheff
Strategic Plan and Governance
Doug Thorpe
Collective Bargaining Human Resources
Jane Wollenberg President
Finance and Audit Fundraising Human Resources Strategic Plan and Governance Nominating Book and Music Sale
Top: The Conexus Pops Series ‘At the Movies’ had a surprise guest for ‘Jaws’; 2nd from top: (l-r) Dr. Gerald Langner, Garry Gable, and Monica Huisman, ‘Voices of Spring,’ March 2012; 3rd from top: pianist Helen Kashap autographs t-shirts after ‘Feeling So Fine,’ September 2011; above: tiaras in vogue in the winds section for ‘Sylvia’s Stories in Music’ October 2011
Music Director’s Message Music Director, Victor Sawa
2011-2012 was quite the season!
After opening with our own Helen Kashap playing Grieg’s masterful piano concerto, the Gyro Productions Masters Series continued with Classics for Skeptics. An appearance by guest conductor Vienna-based Alexei Kornienko, combined with the renowned Canadian Guitar Quartet, set the winter season ablaze with Rodrigo’s Concierto Andaluz for 4 Guitars. In February two dynamic, internationally-acclaimed musicians performed on stage – violinist Lara St. John under the baton of Australian Daniel Smith—bring the audience to its feet. Particularly memorable for me was Brahm’s German Requiem. Working with Monica Huisman was such a joy and enhancing the performance with our University of Saskatchewan partnership, was a treat. The final concert in the series featured Mahler’s Symphony No. 5. With the visit by the Saskatoon Youth Orchestra to perform Shostakovich’s Festive Overture, Op. 96 with us, it was a great season closer. The Music for a Sunday Afternoon Series continues to be a creation of works organized by our ten principal core players. The musicians chose to celebrate the 70th birthday of Saskatchewan composer Monte PishnyFloyd featuring his work Three Canadian Postcards. Various chamber works from Mozart, Bach and Brahms make this Series a popular afternoon concert. This series lends itself to new work and we were thrilled to have a premiere of a Canadian work, Gone is All Your Fear composed by Richard Carnegie, our Principal Bass. The Conexus POPS Series began with David Rogers’ Broadway Heroes and erupted into the Classical Mystery Tour’s tribute to The Beatles. We celebrated great music with “At the Movies” – our “Oscars” concert. Our final concert was For Michael featuring Jeans ‘n Classics and the music of Michael Jackson. Sylvia Chave hosted our first children’s concert as we presented a unique interpretation of Saint-Saens Carnival of the Animals. Dr. Glen Gillis was the excellent guest conductor for both this concert and the
final children’s event which featured Platypus Theatre’s “How the Gimquat Found Its Song”. The SSO’s Holiday Spectacular truly was! We featured the Nutcracker, with dancers directed by Tammy Tropeau of Studio One. Carol of the Bells with the Zodiac Tapestry Handbell Choir directed by Janet Wilson was also a highlight, and guest conductor Gainer the Gopher triggered a standing ovation. The holidays for me are not complete without Handel’s Messiah at Third Avenue United Church. We were joined by the Saskatoon Chamber Singers directed by James Hawn and soloists Mary Joy Nelson, Heather Molloy, Michael Harris and Jordie Hughton. Another event becoming a tradition is our Silent Movie concert. Two performances of The Thief of Bagdad sounded terrific in the Roxy Theatre, one Canada’s last atmospheric theatres. Through a partnership with the theatre, we were also able to hold several of our smaller rehearsals in the space during the season. We took risks as we presented two new special concerts. The RCAF Command Brass joined the SSO Brass Quintet for a rousing evening, and the SSO SGI College Challenge brought together selected students from the U of S Music Department with our symphony. The latter concert was held on a week day morning, allowing elementary and high school students to attend. Thanks go to Dr. Brian Unverricht who conducted this new concert and handles the Silent Movie events. Yes, it really was quite a season and I thank Saskatoon for the support. I am very proud to be the Music Director of the Saskatoon Symphony. Cheers!
Victor Sawa Music Director
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Supporters’ Circle
Thank you for your support!
June 1, 2011 – May 31, 2012
Orchestra Circle
Floyd T. Mcnabb
Catherine O’Leary Helen & Vern Ratzlaff Alan Ryan Darla Saunders Sherwood Scharfe P. Michael & Margaret Swan Brian Unverricht Ryan Walker
Performer’s Circle
($250-$499)
($10,000+)
Anonymous Elsie Tempel Schneiderman
Maestro’s Circle ($5,000-$9999)
($2,000-$4999)
Anonymous Marguerite Caldwell Don Ching & Darien Moore Ken Coutu & Penelope Stalker Yvonne Cuttle Lynn Ewing & Bill Feldbruegge Dr. Mary Marino Betty Reynolds Rod and Denyse Simair Doug & Lilian Thorpe Edward Tymchatyn and Dorothy Booker-Tymchatyn Jack and Sylvia Vicq
Encore
($1000-$1999) Mary Ballantyne Estate of James Robert Caldwell Shelley Ewing Joe Fafard John and Myrna King Colin Macdonald and Theresa Skwara Garnet and Susan Packota Jill and Derby Reid Bill Richards & Sandra Beardsall Victor and Lesley Sawa Robert D. & Lura Mae Meeds Sider Fund (through the Saskatoon Community Foundation) Jane and Peter Wollenberg
Concerto
($500-$999)
Anonymous Darrell Bell Bremner Family Cheetham’s Pharmacy Elly Christ Robert Christie Garry Gable Gregory Hardy Brian & Loretta Hartsook Bob & Ollie Hasselback Del Hayden Ian Innes Kerri Kobryn Roberta Kowalishin
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Sonata
David Alexander Articulate Eye John Botari John Clarke Kay Davidson Bev and Murray Drew Terry Fenton Peter & Carmen Foley Jonathan F. Forrest Mary Friesen Hans Gelsing Terry Heckman Ruth Horlick Arnold & Deborah Janzen Elizabeth & Howard Klein Koenig and Associates Skip Kutz Macpherson Leslie & Tyerman L. Mitchell Noella Nutting Martha Pankratz David Parkinson Ronald & Betty-Ann Perkins Ian Rawlinson Jack & Olive Rynsburger Don Schmidt Saskatoon Fastprint Marie Spencer Ian and Meredith Sutherland Johann & Erika Wentzel Thomas & June Zurowski
Serenade
($100-$249)
Anonymous Don & Sylvia Acton Inger J. Anderson Margaret Anderson Candice Augustyn & Craig Murray Earl & Elaine Ballard Mary Barrett-Lenz Herta Barron Darrell Bueckert David Dupuis & Eden Baltulis Dawn McLean Belyk Evelyn Bergstrom Karen Bindle Gloria & Herman Boerma
Carole & Tony Boryski Evelyn Bowman Erin Brophey and Thomas Dreyer Betsy & John Bury Margaret Caldwell Bill & Mary Chapman Wayne Chappell Les and Bubs Coleman Mary Conklin Paul & Viola Coutu Mary Lou Day Rob Dobrohoczki Dr. Anne Doig Lorenzo Dupuis Robert & Vina Edwards Phyllis Ellis Barbara and Jake Ens Elsie Epp Jacqueline Ferraton Allan & Helen Few Yvonne Fiddler Joan and Peter Flood Annette & Monte Floyd Larry & Lynne Fowke Joe & Cathy Fry Daniel Funk Don & Norma Gendzwill Katharine Grier Kelly Goerzen Ted and Marie Hammer Frank Harrington Edward Hauck Dodie Heckman Dannon Herr Dr. Bob & Mrs. Doreen Hickie Sharon Hildebrand Derek & Helen Hill Akira Hirose David Humphrey Eunice Janzen Jeremy Janzen Irene Jantzen Lillian Jen-Payzant Bev Johnson Roger Jolly Kevin Junk Beverley and Bruce Karras Norwood and Lois Kavanagh Gerarda Kaye Anne Klaassen James Kornelson Gordon & Darlene Knapp Gerry Kraay Leland Kimpinski LLP Murray & Rita Little Mairin Loewen Helen Logan Brent Longstaff Debra Marshall
Peggy and Tim Martin Miss Mary Matwyuk Brenda MacDonald Marjorie Mazzei John & Marilynne McEwan Allan McGuire Hugh & Sheryl McKee Robert McLellan Gordon McLure Wally & Shirley McNeil George McVittie Phav Meekins Stuart & Dorothy Middleton Isabelle Mills Brenda Moats Maria & Peter Neijmeijer Willette Neijmeijer Ron & Pat Nowoselski Karen Ogle George & Ellen Parchomchuk John Payzant Ken Pontikes Art & Janet Postle Ross Remmer Paul & Dorothy Riemer Al & Sandra Ritchie Connie & Murray Samulak Lori Sander Saskatoon Funeral Home Harvey Sauder Joan Savage George Schmid Judith Schmid Viola R. Schmidt Dr. Ralph & Marg Schneider Marie Sellar John Senior Phillip Settler Arlene Shiplett Grant Skomorowski Carol & John Smith Kathryn & George Sofko Terry Stannard Pius & Bernie Steckler Chris Stoicheff Nicholas J. Stooshinoff Alyssa Thompson Ursulines of St. Angela’s Convent Agnes Valade Al & Marjorie Veroba Jim & Marilyn Veikle Victor & Erna Wiebe Bill & Sam Wildeman Michael G. Williams Gail Zink
Supporters’ Circle
Prelude ($20-$99)
Karen Altrogge Renate Ankenbrand Anonymous x 2 Carol Beaulieu Anna Beeton Gen Bobyn Steve Boechler Phavana Bougnavath Jeanette Carley Bobbi Crowe W.J. DeCoursey Dr. Jo-Anne Dillon Alice Eichhorn Lois Elder Lorrie Ellian Nicole Elliott Esther Beryl English Rick & Linda Ewen Bonnie Ewing Peggy Foster Adam Fowler Naomi Friesen Bruce Garman Angie Gerrard Travis Giblin Cassandra Grabowski James Halmarson
Trent Hamilton Susan Healey Saache Heinrich Shawn Heinz Mary Jane Hendel Wilfried Henseleit Mike Hepp Danika Hercina Tamara Hinz Matthew Hogan Jimmy Hong Suzanne Huber George James Renee Jansen Dave Janz Berna Jones Martha Kashap Karen King Christy Kuse Cody Lang David Larson James D. Leach Elaine Lee Jeff Lewis Theodore Makeechak Lucille Mann Jeanne Marcotte Irwin McAdam Reid McBride Michael Mcdine
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Women of Note
Women of Note is a membership of women who believe in the Saskatoon Symphony and its vital role within the city of Saskatoon. Formed March 1, 2012, the group wishes to ensure that the orchestra remains healthy, fully engaged with its community and able to continue to offer excellent symphonic music. Their generous financial donation, making them members of Women of Note and ambassadors for our symphony, is deeply appreciated. Judy Anderson Betsy Bury Lynn Ewing Connie Gutwin Mary Marino Darien Moore Lorraine Salt Darla Saunders Shannon Whyley Jane Wollenberg
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Growing Our Community – Education and Engagement
Culture Days Culture Days gave the SSO an opportunity to create free events and activities for the public to engage with the orchestra. We welcomed the St. Mary’s Drumming Circle and exchanged knowledge about drums used in the powwow circuit and on the classical stage. College students were given a tour of TCU Place and a lecture demonstration by symphony musicians. Our core musicians also invited the public into a rehearsal and a free musical “petting zoo” was offered prior to a concert.
Meet the Beat Meet the Beat was an interactive concert where the audience was invited to follow Mathieu Pouliot and Darrell Bueckert, principal percussionist and principal timpanist of the SSO, in a trip around the world to discover traditonal, classical and ethnic percussion instruments. From the military snare drum to the exotic marimba, every instrument on stage was performed on— even by the students. Meet the Beat was performed in front of 450 students from Bishop Filevich, École Henry Kelsey School, and École Française de Saskaton.
In the Community Performances by SSO musicians were held at various events and openings throughout Saskatoon, creating awareness of the Orchestra and creating valuable partnerships. Notable performances were held at Flowers by Fred, Celebrating Seniors Awards Dinner, Saskatoon Quilt Show, YWCA AGM, Royal University Hospital, SGI Awards, and Conexus Credit Union Branch Opening. Many concerts are created especially for seniors and this season we were able to travel to Seniors’ Homes in Saskatoon and to 10 rural communities as well. These are part of a new partnership with the Health Arts Services of Regina. Our musicians also perform at the Symphony fundraisers throughout the season.
Recognition Culture Days at the SSO: top: SSO musician Arlene Shiplett and Bethany College students at Symphony 101; 2nd from top: SSO percussionists join St. Mary’s Community School drumming circle at Drumbeat; above left & right: parents and kids take part in Culture Days musical petting zoo activities while SSO trombonist Brian Unverricht demonstrates his skills.
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Dilys & Eric Burt Scholarship This fund, established through the Saskatoon Foundation, provides music scholarships to young Saskatchewan musicians, assisting them with their professional goals. The most recent winner, Arthur Boan, a member of our Symphony, is enrolled in the music program at the University of Saskatchewan.
Concerto Competition In cooperation with the Saskatchewan Music Festival Association and the Regina Symphony Orchestra, the concerto competition is held every two years, alternating between Saskatoon and Regina. The 2009 winner, violinist Sam Milner of Saskatoon, currently studying in Montreal McGill Schulich School of Music, was being programmed into our 2012-2013 season, however, due to an injury he is unable to perform at this time.The 2011 winner, Sam Deason, a pianist also from Saskatoon, will be performing in the 2013-2014 season.
Wallis Opera Competition This competition, organized by the Saskatchewan Music Festival Association, is held in even-numbered years, alternating between Regina and Saskatoon. In addition to the $5,000 first prize, the winner may be featured as guest artist with the Regina and Saskatoon Symphony Orchestras. Meara Conway, a soprano from Regina who also studies at the McGill Schulich School of Music, will be featured in Handel’s Messiah in the coming season.
The SaskTel Symphony School Tour The SaskTel Symphony School Tour program, generously sponsored by SaskTel, featured performances by the Saskatoon Symphony Chamber Ensemble Core musicians in elementary schools The program develops understanding and appreciation of symphonic music, presents concepts and ideas aligned with music education standards, and integrates with other curriculum, such as language arts and social studies. The following schools participated in the SaskTel Symphony in Schools program in 2011–12. St. George School Queen Elizabeth School John Dolan School St. Edward School Silverwood Heights School Fairhaven School Westmount School St. Mary Community School Prince Phillip Dr. J. G. Egnatoff School Lakeridge School Pope John Paul II School Caswell School Mayfair School Lawson Heights School Allegro Montessori School Sutherland School Forest Grove School Bishop Pocock School Brunskill School Saskatoon French School Brilliant Star Montessori School Ecole Lakeview School Brevoort Park School
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Fundraising Events
The Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra thanks each and every volunteer for all the hard work they do to support their Saskatoon Symphony. Here are the events that helped to generate over $120,000 during the 2011-2012 season.
The Red and Black Affair March 3, 2012 Committee: Mark Turner, Karen Reynaud Altrogge, Lynn Ewing, Karen King The Red and Black Affair was a gala event at the Delta Bessborough held as a fundraiser for the SSO and Saskatoon Opera. Guests were treated to superb wines and cuisine, an opportunity to purchase one of a kind art from some of Saskatchewan’s best artists. The highlight of the evening was a performance by international opera star Richard Margison and the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra, with guest conductor Tadeusz Biernacki. (photos: Heather Fritz Photography)
Off to the Races August 26, 2011 Committee: Derby Reid, Lynn Ewing, Don McBean, Mike McCoy, Sharon Hildebrand, Michael Hrycay, Jill Reid
Winefest November 9, 2011 Committee: Lynn Ewing, Phav Meekins, Laura Tastad, Jane Wollenberg
Scotchfest Jan. 27 and 28, 2012 Committee: Ken Coutu, Lynn Ewing
Middle: Committee members Lynn Ewing and Karen King; above: Richard Margison and the SSO perform.
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The 24th Annual Book and Music Sale, April 12–21, 2012 Report from the Management Committee of the 2012 Book and Music Sale Management Committee members Brenda Iwasuik, Fran Burgess, Marilyn Veikle, Martha Pankratz, Ron Lambert Statistics •• The 24th annual SSO Book and Music Sale was held April 12–21, 2012 at our new location at 408 20th Street West. The recorded music sale was located one block away at 504 20th Street West. •• Total proceeds were $99,548.48 (not including sponsorships), a decrease of over $20,000.00 from the previous years total. However, a decrease had been expected due to the move to a new location and smaller space. The 2012 amount brings the accumulated total raised since 1989 to $1,309,248.56. The entire proceeds, aside from a few expenses over the years, have gone to support the operations of the Saskatoon Symphony Society, and through it, to the SSO. •• For the first time, the sale had community sponsorship from the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA). The sponsorship amount ($7,500.00) is not included in the stated sale proceeds. As part of their sponsorship, SIGA gave 3 inner city schools sale passports which included a coupon, which could be exchanged for one book at the sale. 800 coupons were given out with 225 redeemed. •• 50 year-round volunteers donated 5,500 hours in the 12 months leading up to the sale. This time was spent picking up donations, sorting, pricing, as well as organizing and working at the event itself. •• An additional 117 volunteers donated 1,222 hours during the sale event, as well as during set up and knock down. •• Total volunteer time donation for the sale was 6,722 hours. The SSO Book & Music Sale moved in August 2011 from their longtime home in the Confederation Mall to the new offices at 408 20th Street West. When the space was initially looked at, it was felt that it would be large enough for both a workroom and sale space. With a lot of hard work and help from the SSO office staff and landlord, we were able to hold a relatively successful sale this year. However, in future years, it will be necessary to find easily accessible space to store stock during the sale, as well as a larger venue to house recorded music sales.
Top: Line-up at SSO headquarters on opening day of sale; 2nd from top: browsing turns to buying at the sale; 3rd from top: early morning on-location interview - Sale co–chair Brenda Iwasuik and Global’s Sherri Clark; above: Marilyn Veikle, co-chair, and management committee member Fran Burgess present cheque to the SSO at May 2012 concert.
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Administration, Players’ Committee, Musicians on Board Administration Jill Reid Keri Beebe
General Manager Executive Assistant
Finance Darci Speidel* Cara Roney
Bookkeeper Bookkeeper
Orchestra Victor Sawa Marie-Helene Nault Leblanc Terry Heckman Lillian Jen Payzant David Humphries Berlin Janzen
Music Director Director of Operations Personnel Manager Orchestra Librarian Production Manager Summer Student
Marketing and Audience Engagement Mike McCoy (Articulate Eye) Director of Marketing Mary Ann Therrien (Articulate Eye) Marketing Support Development Mike Covey
Director of Sponsorship
Education and Community Outreach Lenora Bells Arts Education Consultant *On leave
SSO Players’ Committee Christina Bakanec Saache Heinrich Oxana Ossiptchouk Joan Savage Don Schmidt
Musicians Elected to Serve on the Board of Directors Darrell Bueckert Don Schmidt
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