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Beth Wolff, Margaret Alkek Williams, Bill Stubbs and Cheryl Byington
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Houston Symphony Hosts 2022 Ball: The Symphony World in Harmony
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30 | HEIGHTS | March + April 2022
The Houston Symphony hosted the 2022 Symphony Ball: The Symphony World in Harmony at The Post Oak at Uptown Houston. The evening featured a gourmet multi-course dinner by the hotel’s Executive Chef Jean-Luc Royere, with wine pairings selected by Lindy and John Rydman of Spec’s. The evening began with the presentation of the 2022 Symphony Ball honorees: Margaret Alkek Williams, recipient of the Lifetime of Philanthropy Award; Janet F. Clark, recipient of the Ima Hogg Philanthropy Award; and John Mangum, recipient of the Raphael Fliegel Award for Visionary Leadership. Event chairs Cheryl Byington, Bull Stubbs and Beth Wolff welcomed guests. Throughout the evening, guests enjoyed live music from the Dave Bennet Quartet. The event culminated with an acoustic performance by legendary rocker Sammy Hagar, accompanied by his longtime guitarist Vic Johnson. The annual ball supports the Houston Symphony’s industry-leading Education and Community Engagement initiatives.
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Photos: Wilson Parish & Priscilla Dickson
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