FAQ & Volunteer of the Year

faQ

HoW To order

Online | detroitchamberwinds.org Phone | 248-559-2095 M-F 11am-3pm

WHeN To arrive

Will Call will open 30 minutes prior to the start of the performance. For general admission tickets, we recommend you arrive early to select your seat.

direCTioNs aNd parKiNG

Direction can be found for each performance at detroitchamberwinds.org/ performances. Most of the Signature Series venues have free on-site parking lots. For Nightnotes, there is a parking lot at Hagopian World of Rugs and the building next door, and street parking along Old Woodward. Any special parking information for Structurally Sound or other concerts can be found on the DCWS website.

dress Code

There is no dress code for concerts. Guests usually dress in suits, sweaters, dresses, skirts, khakis and jeans. Formal attire is not required at our concerts.

TiCKeT iNforMaTioN

• Discounts will be automatically taken after you complete your order. • All tickets are $5 more when purchased at the door. • There is an additional $1.25 processing charge on all tickets. We understand your concerns over safety during the COVID-19 pandemic and take them very seriously. If you can no longer make it to a concert and would wish to exchange your tickets for another concert, you may do so by calling 248-559-2095. We are currently waiving all exchange fees.

TiCKeT doNaTioNs & uNused TiCKeTs

Subscribers may request unused tickets to be used as a donation to DCWS. Donation requests must be made at least 24 hours in advance of the performance. Single tickets may not be returned for a donation.

refuNds

Refunds will only be offered if a performance has been canceled. Due to the nature of the performing arts, programming and artists are subject to change. DCWS generally will not cancel performances or refund tickets because of inclement weather.

Covid-19 proToCol

Your safety is of the utmost importance to us. We closely follow the guidance and recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (MDHHS). We will continue to monitor and adjust our policies as appropriate. Visit detroitchamberwinds.org/covid-19-protocol/

aCCessiBiliTy

All of our venues are able to accommodate patrons with limited mobility and wheelchairs. If you require special seating due to accessibility, please call the DCWS office at 248-559-2095 so that our staff and ushers can be prepared.

sTarT TiMe & laTeCoMers

DCWS makes every effort to start performances at the published start time. Latecomers will be asked to wait in the lobby and will be seated by ushers at the predetermined time in the program. The late seating break is determined by artists and will generally occur during a suitable break in the program.

applause

Traditionally, applause is held until the end of a piece of music. Composers create a work as a whole, which is often made up of several movements. It is best to not disrupt the music by applauding between piece.

volunteeR of the yeaR

Victoria King is one of the founding members of DCWS.

Most people in the DCWS family know Victoria King as a wonderful bassoon player whom we often feature on our concerts. One of four DCWS founding musicians, Vic’s long tenure as a performer came to a close with her retirement from the DSO in the spring of 2022. Those fortunate to know Vic better understand the incredible behind-the-scenes work she did for DCWS over the years. For four decades, her energy infused the organization with the spirit of generosity to which we all continue to aspire. Vic’s kindheartedness has touched literally everything we’ve done. It’s hard to imagine a volunteer task she hasn’t taken on at some point. Vic hosted artists in her home, answered the phone, stuffed envelopes, housed the music library, made fundraising calls, schlepped music stands, and cooked dinners for auction purchasers. For many years, she held the record for the most cookies baked for DCWS post-concert receptions, an honor she has since ceded to Costco.

Certainly, Vic had a great career. She holds multiple music degrees from the University of Michigan, where she studied with the legendary Lewis Hugh Cooper. Before joining the DSO in 1984, she was a member of the Detroit Opera Orchestra. She also is one of the region’s most sought-after bassoon instructors.

In honoring Vic, we note that her parents, Fran and Jack King, were longtime DCWS devotees. Fran still is. For the Kings, DCWS was a bit of a family affair. Vic is one of six children; her four brothers and sister have each touched DCWS over the years. If we had a Volunteer of the Year award when we started in 1982, Vic would have been at the top of the list. We’ve waited four decades, but sometimes later is better. DCWS is honored to name Victoria King as Volunteer of the Year. Congratulations, Vic, and thanks for the great work on our behalf. OX Maury Okun, President & CEO

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