Sponsor a musician's chair

Without musicians, there is no orchestra. It really is that simple.

Each musician who takes the stage with the Hudson Valley Symphony Orchestra is an accomplished and highly trained professional artist. Together, they create the magic of a symphony orchestra, bringing uplifting and inspiring live music to audiences throughout the Hudson Valley.

Our season is underway, and there is still so much music ahead. Your sponsorship is critical to making it possible.

Through the Sponsor a Chair Program, your gift directly supports the professional musicians at the heart of HVSO and helps us continue bringing exceptional orchestral music to our community throughout the season.

Sponsorship Levels

$300 | Section Musician: Website + concert program recognition
$500 | Assistant Principal: Above + backstage opportunity to meet the musicians
$750 | Principal: Above + invitation for two to an open rehearsal
$1,500 | Concertmaster: Above + open rehearsal + two complimentary concert tickets + opportunity to meet the Concertmaster
$3,000 | Conductor’s Circle: Above + special behind-the-scenes rehearsal experience, two premium concert tickets, and an opportunity to meet the conductor

Without musicians, there is no orchestra. And without the support of our community, we simply could not do what we do. There is still so much music to come this season. We invite you to stand behind the musicians who make it possible. Sponsor a Chair today.

For more information or to donate by phone, call 845.232.1032.

Sponsor a Chair*

  • Section Musicians

    First violin: Olga Dusheina, Rachel Handman, Michelle Stewart, Mitsuko Suzuki, Heather Vogel
    Second violin: Rachel Crozier, Emily Garrison, Emily Kalish, Francia Mann
    Viola: Elizabeth Handman, Isabella Mensz, Yumi Oshima
    Cello: Joanne Choi, Nanette Koch, Susan Seligman
    Bass: Dan Merriman, Edith Stratton
    Flute: Amy Hersh, Jill Sokol
    Oboe: Joel Evans
    Clarinet: Adam Gallob, Larry Tietze
    Horn: Matthew Smith, Daniel Salera
    Trombone: Paul Bellino
    Percussion: Matthew Beaumont, Aya Kaminaguchi
    10 Vacant section positions filled by associate musicians

    Sponsored: Marla Rathbun

    Price $300.00

  • Assistant Principal

    Second Violin: Uli Speth
    Viola: Gregory Williams
    Cello: Erica Pickhardt
    Bass: Richard Sosinsky

    Price $500.00

  • Principal

    Assistant Concertmaster: Marka Young
    Second Violin: Ji Min Lee
    Viola: [Position Vacant]
    Cello: [Position Vacant]
    Bass: Phillip Helm
    Oboe: Sarah Williams
    Clarinet: Daniel Spitzer
    Bassoon: Jeffrey Marchand
    Horn: Nicholas Caluori
    Trumpet: Terry Szor
    Trombone: Bradley Ward
    Tuba: Ferran Martinez-Miguel
    Timpani: Michael Singer
    Percussion: [Position Vacant]
    Keyboard: Yalin Chi
    Harp: Frances Duffy

    Sponsored: Marcia Gates

    Price $750.00

  • Concertmaster

    Carole Cowan

    Price $1,500.00

  • Conductor's Circle

    Joining the Conductor's Circle helps us secure our incredible Guest Conductors for the season.

    Price $3,000.00

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Please let us know if there is a specific musician or instrument you would like to sponsor. We will do our best to pair you. We will reach out by email to confirm your selection or propose an alternative.

Thank you!





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