Other Special Events:

Celebrate with the Friends of the Orlando Philharmonic at their fabulous fundraising events! The Friends have scheduled a variety of events designed to complement the many musical offerings by the Orlando Philharmonic. This season, popular events are brought back and new events are introduced, giving patrons many opportunities to join in the celebration and meet new Philharmonic friends. Each of the events is highlighted with music from the musicians of the Orlando Philharmonic. For reservations & information call: (407) 896-6700

Opening Night Dinner Gala
Saturday, September 27, 2008 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Orlando Marriott Downtown (across from the Bob Carr)
Feast on a glorious repast accompanied by wine and music as you picture Princess Aida marching through exotic Egypt. Dinner guests are invited to an exclusive backstage reception after the opening night concert sponsored by the Friends!

Black Tie Optional; $125 per person

A Lincoln Informance with Christopher Wilkins
Tuesday, October 28, 2008 7:00 PM
Orange County Regional History Center
Hors d’oeuvres by Arthur’s Catering and cocktails followed by a personal dialogue with Maestro Wilkins about the music of the Civil War era!

$75 per person

Fine Art & Fine Music
Friday, November 21, 2008 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Cornell Fine Arts Museum, Rollins College
Indulge your love of music and art appreciation over a glass of champagne at this inaugural collaboration between the Cornell Fine Arts Museum and the Friends of the Orlando Philharmonic.

$75 per person

The Friends visit Casa Feliz
Wednesday, January 14, 2009 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Learn about the history of Winter Park’s Casa Feliz & the historical restoration process at
this lovely sparkling tea.

$65 per person or $60 if you are a member of The Friends or have a group of 6 or more people

Sweeney Todd Cast Party
Saturday, March 7, 2009 after the curtain drops
Orlando Marriott Downtown
Rub elbows with the cast, musicians & crew of this mischievous tale in an exciting
Hollywood-style cast party!

$75 per person

A Classic Brahms informance with Christopher Wilkins
Wednesday, March 18, 2009 7:00 PM
Hosted at the home of Judy Duda, Oviedo
Enjoy an evening of music, cocktails and heavy hors d’oeuvres, featuring Maestro Christopher Wilkins and Concertmaster Tamas Kocsis!

$100 per person

An informance with Andrew Lane - Holywood Style
Monday, April 6, 2008 7:00 PM
Steve and Kathy Miller will treat us to cocktails and dinner at this glamorous black tie event, as the
Philharmonic’s Resident Conductor Andy Lane celebrates the music of movie maestro John Williams!

Black Tie; $125 per person

Jeans & Jewels goes Surfin' USA
Saturday, June 13, 2009 7:00 – 11:00 PM
Winter Park Farmer’s Market
Cut loose, relax and rock to the familiar tunes of the Beach Boys and their contemporaries. Everything’s
included – drinks, dinner and great live music! There will be a fabulous silent auction!

$65 per person