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AnnualReport2006

DETROIT SYMPHONY ORcHESTRA 2005-06Officers

James B. NicholsonChairman

Peter D. cummingsChairman Emeritus and Vice Chairman, Development

Alfred r. Glancy iiiChairman Emeritus and Vice Chairman, Finance

Lloyd e. reuss 1st Vice Chairmann

stephen A. Bromberg Secretary

Penny B. BlumensteinVice Chairperson

Alan e. schwartzVice Chairman

Arthur A. WeissVice Chairman

Anne ParsonsPresident and Executive Director

ralph W. Babb, Jr.George J. Bedrosian, esq.

Marlies castaingcaroline coade

stanley frankelDavid Handleman, sr.

Morton HarrisArthur L. Johnson

richard P. KughnMelvin A. Lester, M.D.

Arthur c. LieblerGlenn Mellow

Gloria NycekDouglas J. rasmussen

Bernard robertsonJack A. robinson

Barbara Van DusenGary Wassermanclyde Wu, M.D.

executiVe cOMMittee Of tHe BOArD Of DirectOrs

rosette Ajlunirobert Allesee

thomas V. Angott, sr.floy Barthel

cecilia BennerMrs. Mandell Berman

John A. Boll, sr.richard A. BrodieDonna M. Burke

Lynne carter, M.D.

Gary L. cowgerstephen r. D’Arcy

Maureen t. D’AvanzoLaurence B. DeitchWalter e. DouglasMarianne endicottJanette engelhardt

Jennifer fischersidney forbes

Mrs. Harold frank

Herman frankelsamuel frankelPaul Ganson*

Barbara Gasperralph J. GersonGloria HeppnerMark A. Hoppe

richard H. HuttenlocherPaul M. Huxley

George G. Johnson

Hon. Damon J. KeithHarold Kulish

Harry A. Lomason, iiralph J. MandarinoMervyn H. Manning

David N. MccammonGeorge D. Miller, Jr.

Lois A. Millersean M. Neall

cynthia J. Pasky

Dr. robert e.L. PerkinsBruce Peterson

William f. PickardMrs. Marilyn Pincus

stephen PolkGlenda D. Price

irvin D. reidMarjorie s. saulsonMrs. ray A. shapero

Jane f. sherman

Nancy smithshirley A. stancato

frank D. stellaPhyllis strome

Lorna thomas, M.D.Michael r. tyson

David usherJames A. Williams

r. Jamison Williams

*Ex Officio

BOArD Of DirectOrs

Gloria Nycek, PresidentDebra Partrich, V.P. of ProjectsMary Beattie, V.P. of Admin. & financeAnnette De Lorenzo, V.P. of Public relations

Barbara czamanske, V.P. of MembershipMillie everson, V.P. of education & Outreach

Judy Werner, recording secretaryBarbara Gates, corresponding secretary

VOLuNteer cOuNciL 2004–06

Adel AmermanKen Beattie Gwen Bowlbycarol BrombergNancy cunninghamLynn ferron

Lynn GandhiDonna HartwigJeanette Keramedjian

Denise LutzPartricia Nickol

Mary Putintacarol skruchcoco siewert (Parliamentarian)

roberta tollsheila Vanfield

Officers BOArD Of DirectOrs

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It is a pleasure to report another year of inspiring success and continued growth for the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. The 2005-06 Season offered many artistic highlights demonstrating the orchestra’s internationally significant artistic profile. It was also characterized by dynamic partnerships, incredibly diverse programming and expanded educational programs that reached a record number of participants. We made significant advances in strategic planning and continued our strong track record of fiscal stability.

Peter Oundjian, a long-time friend of the DSO, who conducted a vibrant series of winter concerts featuring Mahler’s Fifth Symphony, joined our team in June as Principal Guest Conductor and Artistic Advisor. We are thrilled to welcome Peter in this new capacity and look forward to an exciting collaboration. Maestro Oundjian loves our Orchestra and he has already brought helpful insights to our artistic advisory, audition, and strategic planning committees. He officially begins his new role with us in the 2006-07 season.

Over the course of many months, the groundwork was laid for a comprehensive DSO Strategic Plan guided by our pro bono partners at McKinsey & Company. An extensive survey, a series of open forums and many in-depth discussions involved constituents from across the DSO family. We took stock of our present position, as well as our aspirations for the future. Celebrating our third year in our expanded home at the Max M. Fisher Music Center, many new and exciting opportunities lie ahead. We pledge to continue to set the standard for musical excellence in our region and to pursue inspired programs that expand community engagement.

Arts and cultural institutions across America continue to face difficult economic conditions. This past season this seemed especially acute here in Michigan. And yet, despite these challenges, the DSO enjoyed many successes. We posted a third straight year of break-even operations, our annual fundraising was extraordinary and we broke single ticket sales records in both the Classical and Pops series.

The DSO’s achievements are made possible through the generosity of many supporters nationwide. We extend our most sincere thanks to our musicians, Board, donors, staff, volunteers, audience and community partners for their outstanding dedication to our institution. We are grateful for your confidence in our ability to positively impact the quality of life in Michigan and the international world of arts and culture.

Cordially,

James B. Nicholson Anne ParsonsChairman of the Board President and Executive Director

GREETINGS FROM THE cHAIRMAN AND PRESIDENT

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An Annual Report “Year-in-Review” Podcast featuring in-depth interviews with DSO leadership and members of the Orchestra can be heard on the Multimedia section of the DSO’s web site at www.detroitsymphony.com.

DetrOit sYMPHONY OrcHestrA rOster 2005-06

first Violinsemmanuelle Boisvert

ConCertmaster Katherine tuck chair

Kimberly A. Kaloyanides Kennedy assoCiate ConCertmaster Alan and Marianne schwartz and Jean shapero (shapero foundation) chair

Hai-xin Wu assistant ConCertmaster Walker L. cisler/Detroit edison foundation chair

Laura rowe assistant ConCertmaster

Beatriz Budinszky*Marguerite Deslippe-

Dene*elias friedenzohn*Joseph Goldman*Laurie Landers

Goldman*Linda snedden-smith*Ann strubler*LeAnn toth*

second ViolinsGeoffrey Applegate+

the Devereaux family chair

Adam stepniewski++Alvin scoreLilit Danielyan*

Gina DiBello*elayna Duitman*ron fischer*Hui Jin*robert Murphy* eun Park*felix resnick*Yin shen*Lenore sjoberg*Bruce smith*Gregory staples*Joseph striplin*Marian tanau*^^

ViolasAlexander Mishnaevski+

Julie and ed Levy, Jr. chair

James VanValkenburg++Manchin Zhang^caroline coadetheresa rudolphGlenn Mellowshanda LoweryHart HollmanHan Zhengerina Laraby-

Goldwassercatherine compton

Violoncellosrobert deMaine+

James c. Gordon chair

Marcy chanteaux++ Dorothy and Herbert Graebner chair

John thurmanMario DifioreDebra fayroianrobert Bergman*carole Gatwood*Barbara Hall Hassan*Haden McKay*Paul Wingert*

BassesPrincipal

Van Dusen family chair

stephen Molina ‡Maxim JanowskyLinton Bodwinstephen edwardscraig rifelMarshall Hutchinsonrichard robinson

HarpPatricia Masri-fletcher+

Winifred e. Polk chair

fluteservin Monroe+

Women’s Association for the DsO chair

sharon Wood sparrowPhilip Dikeman++Jeffery Zook

PiccoloJeffery Zook

OboesDonald Baker+

Jack A. and Aviva robinson chair

shelley HeronBrian Ventura++treva Womble

english Horntreva Womble

clarinetstheodore Oien+

robert B. semple chairDouglas cornelsen

PVs chemicals, inc./Jim and Ann Nicholson chair

Laurence Liberson++Oliver Green

e-flat clarinetLaurence Liberson

Bass clarinetOliver Green

Barbara frankel and ronald Michalak chair

Bassoonsrobert Williams+

John and Marlene Boll chair

Victoria KingMichael Ke Ma++Marcus schoonMichael Boateng§

contrabassoonMarcus schoon

french HornsKarl Pituch+Bryan Kennedycorbin WagnerDenise tryonMark AbbottDavid everson++

trumpetsramón Parcells+

Lee and floy Barthel chair

Kevin Goodstephen Anderson++William Lucas

trombonesKenneth thompkins+Nathaniel Gurin++randall Hawes

Bass trombonerandall Hawes

tubaWesley Jacobs+

timpaniBrian Jones+robert Pangborn++

Percussionrobert Pangborn+

ruth roby and Alfred r. Glancy iii chair

ian Ding++Vacant

William cody Knicely chair

Librariansrobert stiles+ethan Allen

Personnel Managerstephen Molina

Orchestra Personnel Manager

Nicholas Hansinger Assistant Orchestra Personnel Manager

conducting Assistantcharles Greenwell

stage Personnelfrank Bonucci

stage ManagerLarry Anderson

Department HeadMatthew Pons

Department HeadMichael sarkissian

Department Head

Legend+ Principal++ Assistant Principal‡ Acting Principal^ extended Leave^^ On sabbatical * these members may

voluntarily revolve seating within the section on a regular basis.

§ Orchestra fellow Partial sponsorship

provided by Warner, Norcross & Judd LLP and DsO’s William randolph Hearst educational endowment.

Activities of the Detroit symphony Orchestra are made possible in part with the support of the National endowment for the Arts, the Michigan council for Arts and cultural Affairs, and the city of Detroit. Detroit symphony Orchestra is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution.

Neeme Järvi, Music Director EmeritusMusic Directorship endowed by the Kresge Foundation

thomas Wilkins, Resident Conductor • erich Kunzel, Pops Music Advisorchick corea, Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Jazz Creative Director Chair

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Showcasing the virtuosic abilities of its players, the DSO offered a first-ever series of “Concertos for Orchestra” encompassing works by Hindemith, Kodály, Bartók, Lutosławski and Vivaldi. A half-dozen other programs featured DSO members in solo capacities, presenting repertoire ranging from concertos for

cello, French horn and bassoon; to works of the Baroque masters; to the DSO debut of a Pulitzer Prize-winning percussion concerto titled Déjà vu for Percussion Quartet and Orchestra by American composer Michael Colgrass. The DSO’s commitment to the music of our time was continued through programming of

works by Kernis, Lutosławski, Previn, Weill and others. A destination for the world’s greatest artists, Orchestra Hall played host to the debuts of conductors Sir Roger Norrington and JoAnn Falleta, and returning luminaries such as Yo-Yo Ma, Midori, Peter Serkin, James Conlon and Kathleen Battle. Maestro Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos led the DSO in four performances of

Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, achieving critical acclaim and setting a new, all-time sales record for a Classical Series weekend. Celebrated conductor Charles Dutoit made his first Detroit appearance in two decades, conducting Dukas, Ravel and Stravinsky; and pianist Alfred Brendel made a rare recital appearance performing works by Haydn, Schubert and Mozart. Pops programming in 2005-06 attracted record numbers, exceeding projections by more than 40%. Five “Home for the Holidays” concerts broke previous Pops single ticket records in December; and that record was broken again a month later by five performances of “The Music of Star Wars.” In addition, special concerts,

“�It�was�a�delight�to�reacquaint�myself�with�the�Detroit�Symphony�Orchestra,�a�wonderful�ensemble�that�I�had�not�conducted�since�1986.�Orchestra�Hall’s�acoustics�rival�the�most�exceptional�concert�halls�in�the�world,�and�I�very�much�look�forward�to�my�return!”

� –��Charles�Dutoit,�Conductor

The Detroit Symphony Orchestra shines as a symbol of artistic excellence for the City of Detroit and the State of Michigan. Following

a season culminating Neeme Järvi’s acclaimed 15-year tenure, 2005-06 Classical programming highlighted the Orchestra’s distinct musical personality; the individual excellence of its players; its extraordinary ensemble abilities; and its unique nimbleness and flexibility across varied repertoire. This was evident in dynamic collaborations with a diverse roster of guest conductors; a dazzling array of world-class guest artists; and a wide range of artistic projects and explorations.

Inspiring “It�is�an�exciting�time�to�be�a�musician�in�the�DSO�as�we�actively�pursue�the�‘artistic�excellence�ideal,’�striving�for�

the�highest�possible�quality�in�each�of�our�artistic�endeavors.�Our�approach�to�music�making�is�genuine�and�open;�and�the�camaraderie�and�respect�on-stage�make�it�possible�to�collaborate�with�a�variety�of�conductors�and�engage�in�new�elements�of�performance�with�a�“go�for�it”�attitude.�Moving�with�the�spirit�of�each�and�every�performance,�the�Detroit�Symphony�Orchestra’s�joy�in�making�music�transcends�the�stage�and�engages�the�audience�in�a�pride�of�ownership�shared�by�the�community�at�large.”��� —�Shelley�Heron,�Oboe,�DSO

�Box level at Orchestra Hall

Concertmaster Emmanuelle Boisvert and Assistant Concertmaster Hai-Xin Wu

“My�collaborations�with�the�Detroit�Symphony�Orchestra�are�always�memorable.�This�is�

not�only�a�fine�orchestra,�but�a�warm-hearted�group�of�people�who�transform�the�challenges�of�music-making�into�a�pleasure.”��� —�Hans�Graf,�conductor

Jazz Club and Poetry Slams added to the unique scope of DSO offerings. The DSO posted numerous attendance records despite an ongoing industry-wide concern over potentially shrinking audiences. Among 22 sell-outs across all concert series in 2005-06 were “Play: A Video Game Symphony,” trumpeter Chris Botti with the DSO, and comedian Kathy Griffin. The DSO’s UBS Holiday Festival encompassed 21 performances of nine different presentations, and attracted approximately 34,000 patrons. Attendance at three free “Target in the Metroparks” summer performances increased by more than 35%, totaling nearly 37,000 residents.

Inspiring

“��Although�a�somewhat�overused�phrase,�music�is�indeed�the�‘universal�language.’��It�knows�no�boundaries�of�culture,�race,�religion,�or�economic�status.�For�here�is�the�place�where�love�of�learning,�curiosity�and�passion�are�forever�born.”

� —�Thomas�Wilkins,��DSO�Resident�Conductor

new musiCians

ethan Allen, Librarian Michael Boateng, bassoon, African-American Orchestral Fellow

Gina DiBello, violin erina Laraby-Wasserman, violin

Michael Ma, Assistant Principal bassonYin shen, violin

“�(DSO�Principal�Horn�Karl)�Pituch�put�on�a�shining�example�of�why�he’s�a�key�factor�in�the�DSO’s�new�golden�age.”

� —Detroit�Free�Press

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retiring orChestra members in 2005-06Ollie Green, clarinet and bass clarinet since 1948;

Personnel Manager, 1972-93

Debra fayroian, cellist since 1976

Bogos Mortchikian, violinist since 1968; Associate Concertmaster, 1970-88

Peggy tundo, violinist since 1968

sam tundo, percussionist since 1968

DSO percussionists: Ian Ding, Sam Tundo, Robert Pangborn, Brian Jones

Shelley Heron, oboe; Treva Womble, English horn; Theodore Oien, clarinet; Victoria King, bassoon

Innovating

Brand new in 2005-06 were the Classics Unmasked concerts, employing large video screens and giving Detroit audiences an insider’s view of the onstage action. Patrons followed the signals of the conductor from the musicians’ point of view, and witnessed the intense concentration and reaction times of the players through large-scale live images. Creating a less formal environment than a traditional concert, visiting

conductors and artists spoke from the stage and interacted with patrons at pre- and post-concert receptions and events. This experience offered insight into works including Copland’s Lincoln Portrait, Haydn’s Symphony No. 103, Schubert’s “Unfinished” Symphony, and Vaughan Williams’ Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis. A new open rehearsal series, DSO: Unplugged provided audiences with a true behind-the-scenes perspective

on how a concert program is artistically fine-tuned. Patrons were able to observe the working styles of such great artists as Itzhak Perlman, Midori, JoAnn Falleta and others, as they communicated

The Detroit Symphony Orchestra is an acknowledged leader in the local arts community as well as on the larger, international stage. Continuing to embrace and promote innovation in 2005-06, the DSO

unveiled initiatives designed to engage patrons in non-traditional formats, build audiences, celebrate and promote diversity within the orchestral field, and to embrace consumer trends through new utilization of technologies.

“�At�a�recent�concert�in�Detroit,�giant�images�of�the�performers�flashed�across�screens�above�the�stage.�It�wasn’t�a�U2�show.�It�was�the�Detroit�Symphony�Orchestra�playing�Samuel�Barber’s�Adagio�for�Strings.”

� —�Wall�Street�Journal

Thomas Wilkins conducts the first Unmasked concert

Sir Roger Norrington conducts an Unmasked concertAn Unplugged Open Rehearsal with Itzhak Perlman 5

“��With�symphonies�in�our�country�struggling�to�connect�with�their�audiences,�it�was�inspiring�for�me�to�see�an�orchestra�that�has�been�so�successful�in�forging�meaningful�and�lasting�relationships�with�its�community.�The�Detroit�Symphony�has�made�musical�excellence�and�community�engagement�the�priorities�of�its�mission,�and�that�has�borne�wonderful�artistic�fruit.�I�had�the�pleasure�of�conducting�an�‘Unmasked’�concert�–�what�a�superb�and�innovative�way�to�create�new�friends�for�this�great�orchestra.�It�was�tremendous�fun�as�well!”��� —JoAnn�Falletta,�Conductor

“As�a�35-year�concertgoer,�I’m�excited�to�see�the�young,�very�diverse�and�accomplished�population�of�Midtown�Detroit�

in�our�establishments.�That’s�the�audience�I�saw�at�‘Unplugged,’�kids�who�are�our�customers.�The�DSO�is�reaching�out�to�new�people�who�are�not�already�subscribers,�and�providing�the�next�generation�with�a�valuable�introduction�to�Orchestra�Hall.”� — �Joe�Zainea,�President�&�

Co-Owner,�Majestic�Theater�Center

Innovatingand shaped their artistic vision with the musicians of the DSO. In the spring, the DSO announced it will host an annual international competition, unique in the world, designed to recognize and support the creation of new orchestral works by women composers. Each winner of the Elaine Lebenbom Memorial Award for Female Composers will have an original work premiered on the DSO’s Classical Subscription Series and earn a $10,000 prize. Complementing the hands-on service of the DSO box office in 2005-06 was the launch of a new and enhanced web site, resulting in a 25% increase in web-based sales. For the first time, new ticketing software enabled DSO patrons to use the Internet to choose their own exact seating locations, in real-time. The site also introduced improved navigability, information-at-a-glance and new material supporting the live concert-going experience. Musical excerpts were added throughout site, and the event schedule is now available as a download to PDA’s and personal computers. Organizations interested in holding events at The Max were able to take a virtual tour of the world-class venue. Additionally, web site visitors were invited to learn more about DSO musicians through the In the Spotlight section; read quick facts by clicking on Did You Know?; or subscribe to the DSO’s e-newsletter, Noteworthy. This monthly online publication achieved a record subscriber base exceeding 30,000 last season and provided “insider” information on upcoming concerts and guest artists, as well as special ticket offers and more.

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“�Creating�great�music,�in�both�the�jazz�and�classical�realms,�and�inspiring�young�musicians�and�new�audiences�through�meaningful�education�pro-grams,�have�been�the�focal�points�of�my�creative�life.�The�DSO�is�one�of�the�few�organizations�that�shares�all�of�these�goals.��I�have�been�impressed�by�both�the�artistry�and�the�commitment�I�have�found�in�Detroit,�and�I�look�forward�to�becoming�part�of�the�DSO�team�in�both�orchestral�and�quartet�performances,�and�as�the�Fred�A.�and�Barbara�M.�Erb�Jazz�Creative�Director�Chair.”

� —�Branford�Marsalis,��DSO�Fred�A.�and�Barbara�M.�Erb�Jazz�Creative�Director�Chair

“The�Detroit�Symphony’s�Elaine�Lebenbom�Award�is�unparalleled�in�providing�an�incredible�opportunity�for�women�composers.�The�possibilities�of�where�a�composer’s�career�might�go�after�such�an�award�are�infinite.�I�would�hope�any�woman�composer�would�jump�at�this�opportunity.”� —Jennifer�Higdon,�composer

Play! A Video Game Symphony

Robert deMaine, Principal Cello, leads his section

The DSO’s unique partnership with the Detroit School of Arts (DSA) provides students with direct access to DSO musicians and acclaimed guest artists. In 2005-06, DSO musicians made more than 50 school visits, leading string sectionals, coaching sessions, private lessons and performing in classrooms. In addition, master classes were presented by DSO visitors including Yo-Yo Ma; Chick Corea, the DSO’s 2005-06 Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Jazz Creative Director Chair; and acclaimed baritone Thomas Hampson. Students also benefited from attending open rehearsals with such high profile artists as Midori, Kathleen Battle and the Boys Choir of Harlem. The DSO continues an 80-year tradition of introducing school children to the wonders of classical music through the Educational Concert Series (ECS). In 2005-06, 20,000 youngsters visited Orchestra Hall on school trips for performances led by Thomas Wilkins. To enhance the live concert experience for students, an expansive DSO Teachers Guide was created in collaboration with Oakland University. This 100-page online resource included

suggested lesson plans, program notes, composer biographies, musical activities and more, complementing classroom curricula and preparing students for their visits to Orchestra Hall. An education and outreach highlight took place in the spring withbrilliant cellist Yo-Yo Ma and his Silk Road Project Ensemble throughsupport from the National Endowment for the Arts and Ford Motor CompanyFund. Activities included a free concert at the Arab American National Museum in Dearborn for an ethnically diverse group of students in grades five through eight. A co-presentation of the DSO and ACCESS (Arab American Community Center for Economic and Social Service), students experienced the cross-cultural power of music in an hour-long performance and a Q & A session with the musicians. Later that day, student musicians from the Detroit School of Arts enjoyed a side-by-side workshop with Ma and the Silk Road musicians on the stage of Orchestra Hall. Providing a thrilling introduction to classical

“�For�my�granddaughter,�the�Civic�Ensembles�are�creating�memories�and�lessons�that�will�enhance�her�life�socially,�morally�and�musically.��They�offer�a�rich�educational�and�social�environment�that�motivates�and�encourages�her.”

� —�Carolyn�Campbell,�Civic�Sinfonia�grandmother

“�Being�in�the�Civic�Ensembles�has�meant�a�lot�to�me�because�it�forced�me�to�challenge�myself�and�my�musicianship.�In�the�process�of�doing�so,�I�have�met�great�people�and�had�lots�of�fun.”

� —�Noah�Jackson,�Member�of�Civic�Orchestras�and�Jazz�Ensembles

The Detroit Symphony Orchestra is dedicated to enriching the community through music education, training and performance. A diverse menu of 13 different programs offered

by the organization reaches a broad population, bridging cultures, generations and experience levels.

Educating

“I�am�both�humbled�and�honored�to�oversee�the�facilitation�of�the�DSO-DSA�initiative�because�it�enhances�student�appreciation�and�knowledge�of�classical�and�jazz�genres�which�are�incorporated�directly�into�

the�school’s�curriculum.�The�musicianshave�untapped�talents,�which,�through�DSO�and�DSA�initiatives,�build�bridges�of�communication�to�all�students.�The�Partnership�creates�a�child-driven,�child-focused�educational�collaboration�unequaled�in�the�nation�today.”�� —�Dr.�Denise�Davis�Cotton,�Founder�and�

Principal,�Detroit�School�of�Arts

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Chick Corea coaches a DSA student

An Educational Concert in Orchestra Hall

“�Music�education�will�not�only�enhance�academic�achievement�and�provide�enjoyment,�it�will�also�sustain�the�humanism�in�all�of�us,�serving�as�a�beacon�in�the�life�journey.”

� —�Dr.�Clyde�Wu,�DSO�board�member�and�Education�Committee�chair,�and�his�wife�Helen

music and other musical genres are the National City Young People’s Concert Series, for children ages 6 and older, and the Tiny Tots Series, sponsored by the Henry Ford II Fund, for little ones ages 3 to 6. Thomas Wilkins leads the six-concert YPC series in Orchestra Hall, which shared the theme “The Inventor’s Workshop: A Musical Look at Creativity and Ingenuity.” The Tiny Tots series presented five Michigan-area ensembles performing classical, rock, jazz, folk and world music. The 2005-06 season also launched “KidZone” for young concert-goers, taking place prior to performances in the atrium lobby of The Max and featuring games, arts & crafts, an instrument petting zoo, and the chance to meet members of the DSO and Maestro Wilkins. The DSO’s Civic Youth Ensembles Program, which provides Southeast Michigan students with world-class training and performance opportunities, grew once again in 2005-06. A record number of 450 students, ages 8 to 24, from more than 60 different schools,

participated in five different classical and three jazz ensembles, a chamber music program, and, new this season, a “Strings Preparatory Ensemble” for beginning string students. Civic students rehearsed weekly and participated in master classes or master rehearsals with great classical and jazz artists including Midori, Chick Corea, Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra saxophonist Wess Anderson, and conductors Lawrence Renes, Yan Pascal Tortelier, Nicholas McGegan, Hugh Wolff and JoAnn Falletta. The DSO African-American Fellowship Program was pleased to welcome bassoonist Michael Boateng

in 2005-06. Since 1990, the program has annually offered an instrumental fellowship for advanced study and professional performance experience. Fellows perform with the Orchestra for a period of one to two years, and receive individual coaching and training in audition techniques from DSO members. The program boasts an impressive track record of launching successful careers – of the 10 alumni, nine of them currently occupy posts with professional orchestras.

Educating

“�The�education�and�the�programs�of�the�Detroit�Symphony�are�known�around�the�nation�and�beyond�for�the�invaluable�experiences�they�bring�to�children�and�their�families.�With�the�dedication�of�enlightened�individuals�who�took�the�initiative�to�bring�music�to�the�community,�these�programs�will�continue�to�bring�invaluable�impact�to�the�lives�of�people�whom�they�touch.”

� — Midori,�violinist

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“I�am�humbled�to�be�a�part�of�the�DSO’s�ongoing�effort�to�impact�the�lives�of�young�people�through�music�and�education.�Whether�it’s�witnessing�the�amazement�of�children�

hearing�the�orchestra�for�the�first�time�or�experiencing�a�performance�by�young�musicians�who�train�with�us�each�week,�I�am�deeply�inspired�by�our�work.”� —�Warren�Williams,�Assistant�

Director�of�Education,�DSO

Felix Resnick coaches DSA students

Thomas Wilkins instructs Civic Youth Ensemble members

The Detroit Symphony Orchestra has proven itself to be a major catalyst for the economic development and revitalization of the City of Detroit. With a total investment of more than $100 million in the eight-acre

Orchestra Place campus, including the construction of the Max M. Fisher Music Center and the Orchestra Place office complex and parking deck, the DSO has contributed towards the dramatic transformation of a neighborhood in just five years. As a result, the DSO presence has helped leverage over $1 billion in new investment and 3,200 new or rehabilitated housing units in Midtown Detroit.

Revitalizing

The DSO has attracted new capital investment, jobs, retail, cafés, streetscaping, destination signage, housing and new parking to the area by forming a unique consortium of non-profit partnerships. Land donated by the DSO to the Detroit Public Schools resulted in the construction of a new $122.5 million, 1,200-student magnet arts and media high school, the Detroit School of Arts (DSA). Additional DSO partners in the school are Detroit Public Television and WRCJ-FM, Detroit’s classical and jazz station. A partnership with the Detroit Medical Center and later

the University of Michigan-Detroit Center, led those organizations to establish headquarters in Orchestra Place. Opened in 2005, the U-M Detroit Center centralizes operations for 18 different programs, including those from the School of Social Work, the Taubman School of Architecture + Urban Planning and the School of Art and Design. The facility provides offices and space for classes, meetings, exhibitions, lectures and collaborative work while serving as a home base for students and faculty working on projects in Detroit.

Creating a critical mass of new arts, educational, business and residential development, the DSO provides an appealing amenity for the immediate population, and serves as a compelling attraction to hundreds of thousands of visitors from across Southeast Michigan and beyond.

“�The�Detroit�Symphony�Orchestra�is�an�icon�in�the�economic�revitalization�of�the�midtown�district.�The�symphony’s�investment�is�much�deeper�than�simply�bricks�and�mortar�–�Orchestra�Hall�and�the�Max�M.�Fisher�Music�Center�have�been�a�catalyst�for�“feet�on�the�street,”�completely�re-invigorating�the�area.�The�Detroit�Symphony�Orchestra�is�much�more�than�an�arts�organization,�it�is�a�powerful�leader�and�partner�in�the�community.”

� —�George�Jackson,�President,�Detroit�Economic�Growth�Corporation

“�Without�question,�the�interrelationship�between�the�Detroit�Symphony�Orchestra�and�the�Midtown�district�is�a�proven�model�that�demonstrates�how�arts�and�culture�are�a�great�investment�in�the�economic�growth�of�a�community.��Their�participation�in�the�2006�Detroit�Festival�of�the�Arts�is�clearly�symbolic�of�their�role�in�the�overall�revitalization�of�Midtown�Detroit.”

� —�Susan�T.�Mosey,�President,�University�Cultural�Center�Association

Orchestra Place:New Jobs, New customers

Detroit Medical center – 400

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“�Throughout�Michigan�we�have�embraced�the�value�of�arts�and�culture�both�to�enhance�our�quality�of�life�and�to�help�spur�economic�development.�The�Detroit�Symphony�Orchestra�and�its�programs�help�create�the�kind�of�vibrant�communities�where�people�want�to�live,�work�and�visit,�spending�their�time�as�well�as�their�hard-earned�dollars.”

� —Governor�Jennifer�Granholm

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Boarded up Orchestra Hall, circa 1970

University of Michigan Detroit Center

Max M. Fisher Music Center, 2003

EngagingThe Detroit Symphony Orchestra views

community engagement as central to building a vibrant, culturally enriched, economically

prosperous environment, and an essential component to the continued development and revitalization of the region. The 2005-06 Season featured several outstanding new collaborations and the continuance of many rich traditions. The third annual Marshall Field’s “Day of Music” offered a free, 24-hour musical extravaganza presenting more than 35 local and national music acts on five stages throughout The Max. The festival paid homage to

Detroit’s illustrious history as a home for music innovators, and more than 4,000 people enjoyed a wildly eclectic range of rock, folk, world music, classical, jazz, R&B, hip hop and children’s music performances. The event included a free DSO concert featuring former Composer-in-Residence (1999-2003), Michael Daugherty’s “Hell’s Angels for Bassoon Quartet and Orchestra,” a work inspired by American motorcycle movies such as “The Wild One” and “Easy Rider.” “Classical Roots,” the DSO’s annual celebration of African-American contributions to classical music, dates back to 1978. In 2001, a Gala event was added to the Classical Series performances, with the intention of further promoting cultural awareness and raising funds for the DSO programs supporting minority musicians. The 2006 Gala raised $90,000 and bestowed a Lifetime Achievement Award upon world-renowned soprano Kathleen Battle. In February, the DSO continued its longtime support of the Sphinx Organization and Competition by hosting the Finals Concert at Orchestra Hall. An internationally recognized initiative that successfully increases the participation of African-Americans and Latinos in classical music, Sphinx winners receive performance opportunities with symphony orchestras across the country, such as the DSO.

“With�the�Sphinx�Organization’s�mission�of�building�diversity�in�classical�music,�it�is�critically�important�that�we�are�able�to�collaborate�with�key�partners�as�we�

accomplish�our�goals.�Not�only�has�our�model�partnership�with�the�Detroit�Symphony�Orchestra�enabled�us�to�further�serve�our�constituents,�it�stands�as�an�example�to�our�entire�field�of�how�musicians,�audiences�and�ultimately�communities�can�be�positively�impacted�by�creative�alliances.�I�look�forward�to�celebrating�our�10th�Anniversary�on�the�stage�of�Orchestra�Hall�in�partnership�with�the�Detroit�Symphony�Orchestra!”� —�Aaron�Dworkin,�Founder�and�

President,�Sphinx�Organization

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“The�City�of�Detroit�is�honored�to�have�one�of�our�country’s�great�orchestras�and�one�of�the�most�acoustically�perfect�venues�in�the�world.�My�great�experiences�have�ranged�from�hearing�Mozart�under�the�summer�moonlight�at�Meadowbrook,�to�the�Colors�of�Christmas�concerts�in�Orchestra�Hall.�The�DSO�is�a�star�model�of�civic�citizenship,�truly�dedicated�to�community�engagement�and�ensuring�that�all�Detroiters�have�access�to�musical�experiences�of�the�highest�quality.”� –Mayor�Kwame�Kilpatrick

Kathleen Battle is honored with the DSO Lifetime Achievement Award at the 6th Annual Classical Roots Gala Concert: Thomas Wilkins; Ms. Battle; Richard H. Huttenlocher; Anne Parsons.

Sphinx Competition finals in Orchestra Hall

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of Music 2005

In March, The Max was chosen among 11 U.S. cities to host the “Song of America” tour presented by the Library of Congress. Honoring the history and preservation of American song, internationally acclaimed baritone Thomas Hampson performed a recital of music culled from the Library’s unparalleled collection of musical scores and recordings. Adding to the depth of the tour was a special exhibit of rare documents from the Library, including many Detroit-specific items. Area teachers had the opportunity to explore the legacy of American song and poetry in a Library of Congress workshop presented by the DSO and Oakland University. Hampson attended the workshop, and also gave a master class to vocal students at the Detroit School of Arts. The summer of 2006 brought the second year of partnership between the DSO and Concert of Colors Festival presented by the Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services (ACCESS) and New Detroit, Inc. Concert of Colors is dedicated to bringing diverse communities and ethnic groups together through the presentation of musical acts from 20 different countries. This free, three-day world music festival brought more than 20,000 people to midtown

Detroit, many of them visiting The Max for the first time. The 2006 festival also presented a one-day “Forum on Community, Culture and Race” exploring the idea that greater understanding of these topics can strengthen and redevelop communities. Guest speakers included Georges Collinet, host of Afro Pop Worldwide. During the summer, the DSO engaged communities in a variety of Michigan locales: Greenfield Village at The Henry Ford, Huron-Clinton Metroparks, and Interlochen Center for the Arts. At Interlochen, the “All Amadeus” concerts delivered an audience of nearly 2,200. At home in Detroit, the Orchestra performed a free concert at the Detroit Festival of the Arts, the celebrated arts and entertainment event in the Midtown Cultural Center. A performance presented by Synagogue Congregation Shaarey Zedek of Southfield featured the cantata “Liberation,” composed by Cantor Meir Finkelstein. Leading the orchestra was internationally acclaimed conductor Yoel Levi, and the DSO was joined by violin soloist Ittai Shapira, five vocal soloists and two local choirs. Many of metro Detroit’s religious leaders participated in dramatic readings which introduced the work’s various movements.

“I�am�proud�to�be�a�recipient�of�the�Lifetime�Achievement�Award.�It�

was�an�honor�to�make�music�once�again�with�the�great�Detroit�Symphony�and�Orchestra�Hall�ranks�among�my�favorite�halls�in�which�to�sing�—�in�the�world!�This�ensemble�is�unique�among�our�great�American�orchestras�in�TRULY�reaching�out�to�the�African-American�community�with�its�wide-ranging,�dynamic�artists�and�programming.”� —�Kathleen�Battle,�Soprano,�

Recipient�of�the�DSO�Lifetime�Achievement�Award�2006

“�The�ACCESS-DSO�partnership�highlights�a�shared�commitment�to�promote�cultural�diversity�through�music�by�bringing�people�together�from�diverse�backgrounds,�colors,�and�creeds.�Joining�forces�as�two�prominent�Detroit�institutions,�we�can�provide�artistic�exposure�to�area�residents�and�visitors�that�could�never�be�achieved�individually.”

� —�Ishmael�Ahmed,�Executive�Director,�Arab�Community�Center�for�Economic�and�Social�Services

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The DSO at Greenfield Village Poetry Slam The DSO at Metroparks

The Civic Orchestra performs Verdi’s Requiem at Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament The DSO at Meadow Brook Music Festival The DSO at Festival of the Arts

“The�DSO�has�achieved�important�milestones�in�recent�years:�the�successful�completion�of�

our�$125�million�capital�fundraising�campaign,�the�construction�of�the�Max�M.�Fisher�Music�Center,�and�our�enviable�financial�track�record�of�balancing�our�operating�budget�for�three�years�running.�While�we�are�proud�of�these�achievements,�we�are�focused�on�the�challenges�that�remain�in�these�economically�troubled�times.�If�all�stakeholders�work�together�as��a�team,�I�believe�that�the�best�is�yet�to�come.”� —�Lloyd�Reuss,�First�Vice�

Chairman,�DSO�Board��of�Directors

“The�DSO�has�exhibited�strong�stewardship�of�its�resources.�During�fiscal�year�2006,�

the�organization�was�able�to�contain�costs,�grow�revenue�and�revise�its�investment�strategies�for�maximum�return.�Our�goal�is�to�ensure�increased�and�enduring�support�for�the�DSO.”� —�Arthur�Weiss,�Vice�Chairman,�

DSO�Board�of�Directors

FINANcE cOMMITTEE cHAIRMAN’S REPORT

By any measure, 2006 was a great year for the DSO. In a challenging economic environment, for the third year in a row, the DSO has achieved better than break-even operating results. In so doing, the DSO has distinguished itself as financially strong and stable in the industry. Many factors played a role in achieving a balanced operating budget: the generous support of our donors, the dedication of our concert patrons, and our adherence to disciplined cost containment efforts. In fiscal

2006, the DSO continued to receive generous financial support, with nearly $13 million being raised from all fundraising sources, including special event donations. Despite an increasingly competitive entertainment environment, our concert ticket sales in 2006 actually exceeded the prior year’s mark by a small margin. In addition, the DSO aggressively leveraged our capital investment in the Max M. Fisher Music Center to generate nearly $900,000 in rental and service income. The DSO’s financial condition continues to strengthen, with total net assets now approximating $175 million. Our endowment investments have increased to more than

$72 million, and are augmented by another $10.3 million in endowment funds that are not owned by the DSO, but are held at the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan for the sole benefit of the DSO. In light of the difficult challenges that we face as a cultural institution, the DSO has engaged in strategic planning to identify a direction supporting our objectives to maintain fiscal stability and to grow in the coming years. These planning efforts, in tandem with the continued generous support of our donors, will be key to to identify a direction supporting our objectives to maintain fiscal stability and to grow in the coming years. We are deeply grateful for your commitment and dedication to the DSO.

Alfred R. Glancy IIIChairman Emeritus and Vice Chairman, Finance

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TOTAL ENDOWMENT INVESTMENTS

$62,500,000$69,000,000

$75,500,000

$87,500,000

$90,500,000

STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES

FY 2006 OPERATING EXPENSES

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2006 2005Unrestricted earned revenue Ticket revenue $9,185,241 $9,271,494 Presentation, education and other earned revenue 1,028,984 621,774 Rental and retail activities 901,738 421,182 Total earned revenue 11,115,963 10,314,450

Performance related expenses Direct performance related expenses 20,140,123 19,034,847 Indirect performance related expenses 2,637,889 2,501,456 Total performance related expenses 22,778,012 21,536,303

Other operating expenses Facilities 2,257,131 2,031,903 Administration 2,929,179 2,688,853 Total adminstration and other expenses 5,186,310 4,720,756

Net results before fundraising and endowment income (16,848,359) (15,942,609)

Unrestricted contributed support Private support, including net assets released from restrictions 11,565,454 10,418,297 Government support 734,109 864,050 Special events and volunteer support, net 606,066 929,741 Subtotal 12,905,629 12,212,088 Fundraising expenses 2,018,652 1,950,190 Net contributed support 10,886,977 10,261,898

Unrestricted endowment income Endowment draw for operations 4,404,618 4,273,742 Orchestra Place income 1,024,541 1,041,758 Total endowment income 5,429,159 5,315,500

Net increase (decrease) in unrestricted net assets (532,223) (365,211)

Temporarily restricted contributed support Temporarily restricted private support 1,251,832 1,061,000 Net assets released from restrictions (673,852) (683,914)Net increase in temporarily restricted net assets 577,980 377,086

Increase in operating net assets $45,757 $11,875

FY 2006 OPERATING REVENUE

A�Tribute��to�Our�Volunteers

The Detroit Symphony Orchestra owes much of its success to the tireless efforts of its loyal volunteers. The DSO Volunteer Council (VC) and the Association

of Civic Ensemble Supporters (ACES) are two organizations that make significant contributions to the organization each year. Through special events, education and outreach, these dedicated individuals increase contributed revenue and generate new touch-points in the community for the DSO. In the 2005-06 season, the Volunteer Council presented the enormously successful “Tango for Two” party at the Lutz Farm in Ann Arbor. This event benefited the DSO and Michigan Opera Theater, and was led by generous sponsorship from General Motors. Additional events included the sold-out series of Musical Feasts, featuring DSO chamber ensemble performances and gourmet repasts in private homes; the Marvin Hamlisch Celebrity Luncheon at the Townsend Hotel in Birmingham; the Nutcracker Luncheon & Boutique at the Fairlane Club in Dearborn; and a Preview Party and Designer Showhouse & Gardens in an historic 1923 Albert Kahn-designed home at world-renowned Cranbrook. A targeted campaign increased membership by 16%, with the VC newsletter Council Notes keeping 564 patrons informed about DSO and VC programs and activities. ACES, largely comprised of families, alumni and supporters of Civic Ensembles musicians, provides invaluable audience support for these young performers as well as financial and logistical support for the Civic Youth Ensembles program. ACES hosted its third annual “Thanksgiving Day at The Max” in 2005-06, using Detroit’s Thanksgiving Day parade as the backdrop for a successful fundraiser and as the kick-off of the DSO’s holiday season. This popular event featured performances by members of the Civic Jazz Ensembles and included a variety of activities for children.

“�The�Civic�Youth�Ensembles,�an�incredibly�diverse,�rich�educational�environment�for�young�people,�is�what�educators�and�orchestras�across�the�country�are�struggling�to�create,�and�it�has�been�accomplished�here.�The�Association�of�Civic�Ensemble�Supporters�(ACES)�is�grateful�to�the�DSO�for�its�partnership�in�creating�and�shepherding�a�program�that�is�“changing�lives�through�music.”��

� —�Bruce�Ferguson,�President,��Association�of�Civic�Ensemble�Supporters

“�My�term�as�president,�and�prior�to�that�as�chairman�of�various�event�committees,�gave�me�the�opportunity�to�work�with�many�enthusiastic,�competent,�and�capable�volunteers.�The�dedication�they�bring�to�their�work�through�fund-raising�and�outreach�programs�is�an�inspiration�to�all�of�us�and�it�makes�me�proud�to�be�associated�with�them�and�our�world-renowned�Detroit�Symphony�Orchestra.�The�satisfaction�and�joy�I�received�in�seeing�my�efforts�and�my�time�make�a�difference�in�perpetuating�the�viability�of�our�Symphony�was�worth�every�effort.”

� —�Gloria�Nycek,�President,�DSO�Volunteer�Council,�2005-2006�

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ACES Thanksgiving Day at The Max

Volunteer Council Officers and Board of Directors, 2004-06

Denise Lutz and Bob Lutz, Chairman, General Motors North America Rosanne Duncan, Marvin Hamlisch,

Judy Agley and Debbie Dingell

It is with sincere appreciation that I acknowledge the continuing support of our generous donors and volunteers. The Detroit Symphony Orchestra was able to raise in the 2005-06 season $12.8 million in financial support for the organization’s programs and activities. Thanks to all for your commitment to this vital cultural institution. The foundation for last year’s fundraising success was a $1 million Leadership Challenge Grant made by Board Chairman Jim Nicholson and his wife Ann along with my wife Julie and myself. Our desire was that the Challenge leverage additional support, especially new and increased gifts. By all measures, our campaign was a success, helping us balance our budget for the third straight year while broadening our base of support in anticipation of a new Endowment Campaign We continue to find new friends in the corporate and foundation community. Notable additions to our roster are the American Express Performing Arts Fund, Starbucks Coffee, MetLife Foundation, the Surdna Foundation, and the Kurt Weill Foundation. In addition, we are grateful to Target and Lexus for title sponsorship of summer events at the Metroparks and Meadow Brook Music Festival, respectively. I would also like to thank the Community Foundation, Mel Lester, and the Individual Giving Cabinet. We are energized and excited about the future. Building on the achievements of last year, we remain focused on a strong annual fund to maintain a world-class orchestra, and also on structuring new campaigns to ensure funding for generations to come. We value highly your participation in our endeavors and I look forward to seeing many of you at concerts and to working together to strengthen the DSO and to broaden its reach within our community.

Sincerely,

Peter D. CummingsChariman Emeritus and Vice Chairman, Development

DEVELOPMENT cOMMITTEE cHAIRMAN’S REPORT

SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER – Performances at The Max promote and collect funds for Habitat for Humanity’s “Operation Home Delivery,” a long-term rebuilding plan for families victimized by Hurricane Katrina. This project coincides with a double bill by New Orleans natives Harry Connick Jr. and Branford Marsalis in The Music Box.

SEPTEMBER 27 – The DSO’s historic presence on American radio dials continues through the support of General Motors. The 26 week series produced by the DSO and hosted by Charles Greenwell airs on syndicated traditional (terrestrial) radio stations nationwide (locally on WDET-FM 101.9 Sundays at 5 p.m.).

SEPTEMBER 30 – OCTOBER 1 – Marshall Field’s “Day of Music” offers 24 hours of free live music with the musical theme “Detroit Rock City,” reflecting the city’s impressive musical heritage. The DSO performs “Hell’s Angels,” a provocative bassoon concerto by former composer-in-residence, Michael Daugherty.

OCTOBER 2 — The DSO is the first symphony orchestra to debut a radio broadcast series on satellite radio, produced by XM Satellite Radio and available in fifty GM vehicle models. Hosted by Martin Goldsmith, a season of 26 programs airs on Sundays at 3 p.m.

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� —�Lillian�Bauder,�Chair�and�President�of�MASCO�Corporation�Foundation

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Maggie Allesee, Hon. Judge Damon J. Keith and Bob Allesee

Lee and Floy Barthel

“�As�a�native�Detroiter,�it’s�exciting�to�feel�the�renewed�energy�in�our�neighborhood�–�from�the�new�retail�and�housing�developments,�to�the�Detroit�School��of�Arts,�to�The�Max.�The�DSO�continues�to�make�a�remarkable�impact�on�our�city,�and�our�steadfast�commitment�to�community�engagement�and�participation�makes�this�such�a�rewarding�place�to�work!”

� —�Anne�Wilczak,�Director�of�Special�Events,�DSO

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OCTOBER 11 — Chick Corea, 12-time Grammy Award-winning keyboardist and composer launches the DSO’s jazz season and serves as the 2005-06 Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Jazz Creative Director. His educational residency presents a series of master classes for students in the DSO’s Civic Jazz Ensembles, jazz students at the Detroit School of Arts, and music majors at Wayne State University.

OCTOBER 20 — Wayne State University announces “WSU/DSO Scholarships in Music,” offering five full scholarships each year to members of the DSO Civic Ensembles. Students will receive tuition free education in one of WSU Music School’s six Bachelor of Music degrees: jazz studies, performance, music education, management, technology, or theory/composition.

OCTOBER 28 – The DSO receives a 2005 Community Partnership Award from the International NETWORK of Schools for the Advancement of Arts Education at the association’s 23rd Annual Conference in Pittsburgh. The DSO is recognized for its pioneering role in partnering with a public high school to provide training and performance opportunities for music students.

OCTOBER 29 — A documentary titled “Our Story” airs on WDIV-TV 4 (NBC) chronicling the exciting transformation of the institution in recent seasons. Produced by Mort Crim Communications, the program wins a 2006 Telly Award for outstanding local, regional, and cable TV programming.

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round�programming�and�outreach�makes�the�Southeast�Michigan�region�a�greater�place�to�live.”� —�David�Egner,�President�and�CEO,�

Hudson-Webber�Foundation

“�We’re�pleased�to�be�partnering�with�the�DSO�—�one�of�the�world’s�great�orchestras�—�to�engage�children�in�Detroit�and�get�them�excited�about�music.�We�believe�culture�and�arts�institutions�in�the�city�have�a�unique�ability�to�reach�kids�and�change�their�lives.”

� —�Carol�Goss,�President�and�CEO,��The�Skillman�Foundation

SUPPORT FROM FOUNDATIONS AND ORGANIZATIONSthe Detroit symphony Orchestra acknowledges and honors the following foundations and organizations

for their contributions to support the Orchestra’s performances, education programming and other annual operations. this list also includes the musicians of the Detroit symphony Orchestra who contributed over

$�,�00,000 in the 2005-06 season.

$200,000 and moreHudson-Webber FoundationMcGregor FundMichigan Council for Arts & Cultural Affairs

Musicians of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra

Volunteer Council of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra

The Whitney Fund

$100,000 and moreCommunity Foundation for Southeast Michigan

John S. & James L. Knight FoundationNational Endowment for the ArtsThe Skillman FoundationSurdna Foundation, Inc.Matilda R. Wilson Fund

$50,000 and moreDeRoy Testamentary FoundationThe Mandell L. and Madeleine H. Berman Foundation

Elizabeth, Allan & Warren Shelden Fund

$10,000 and moreACES, Association of Civic Ensembles Mary G. & Robert H. Flint FoundationEleanor & Edsel Ford FundHenry Ford II FundAnn & Gordon Getty FoundationAlice Kales Hartwick FoundationHolley FoundationJulius & Cynthia Huebner FoundationMyron P. Leven FoundationOliver Dewey Marcks FoundationMary Thompson FoundationSage FoundationThe E. Nakamichi Foundation

$5,000 and moreHarriet & Bryce Alpern FoundationThe Delphi FoundationBenson & Edith Ford FundJames & Lynelle Holden FundJohnson FoundationChaim, Fanny, Louis, Benjamin, & Anne Florence Kaufman Memorial Trust

The Kresge FoundationKurt Weill Foundation for MusicLouise Tuller Miller TrustYoung Woman’s Home Association

PATRON $2,500 and moreJoseph E. Beauchamp Charitable TrustColina FoundationEdelweiss FoundationClarence & Jack Himmel FoundationJapan Business Society of Detroit Foundation

Benard L. Maas FoundationHerbert & Elsa Ponting Foundation

John and Marlene Boll

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SYMPHONY SOcIETYthe Detroit symphony Orchestra would like to express its deepest gratitude to the members of the symphony society, an association of generous donors whose

substantial annual contribution is vital to the success of the Orchestra. We recognize these individuals for their commitment to maintaining the Orchestra’s world-renowned excellence. for more information please contact sally freels Johnson at (���) 5�6-5�50.

$50,000 and moreMr. & Mrs. Eugene ApplebaumMr. & Mrs. Lee BarthelCecilia BennerPenny & Harold BlumensteinJulie & Peter CummingsMax M. & Marjorie S. Fisher Foundation

Mr. & Mrs. Edsel B. Ford IIMr. & Mrs. Samuel FrankelRuth & Al GlancyMr. & Mrs. James B. NicholsonThe Polk FamilyBernard & Eleanor RobertsonMr. & Mrs. Alfred A. TaubmanMrs. Richard C. Van Dusen

$35,000 and moreAmbassador & Mrs. Ronald N. Weiser

$27,500 and moreMr. & Mrs. Raymond M. Cracchiolo

Ms. Leslie DevereauxMr. & Mrs. Phillip FisherMr. & Mrs. Harry A. Lomason IIMr. & Mrs. Eugene A. Miller

$17,500 and moreAnonymousMr. & Mrs. Robert A. AlleseeMr. & Mrs. Ralph W. Babb, Jr.George & Gina BedrosianMr. & Mrs. John A. Boll, Sr.Mrs. Doreen BullMr. & Mrs. François CastaingMr. & Mrs. Frederick A. ErbMarvin & Betty Danto & FamilyLinda Dresner & Ed Levy, Jr.Mr. & Mrs. Alfred J. Fisher, IIISidney & Madeline ForbesMr. & Mrs. Stanley FrankelMaxine & Stuart FrankelMr. & Mrs. James GrosfeldMr. & Mrs. Richard P. KughnDr. Melvin A. LesterRichard & Jane Manoogian Foundation

Mrs. Edith S. QuintanaMr. & Mrs. Lloyd E. ReussJack & Aviva Robinson Richard & Susan Rogel

Mr. & Mrs. Irving RoseMr. & Mrs. Alan E. SchwartzMrs. Jean ShaperoMr. & Mrs. Larry ShermanArthur & Trudy WeissMr. & Mrs. James A. WilliamsDr. & Mrs. Clyde Wu

$12,000 and moreAnonymousMandell L. & Madeleine H. Berman Foundation

Mr. & Mrs. Richard A. BrodieIlse & Roy CalcagnoLois & Avern CohnMrs. Harold L. FrankBarbara Frankel & Ronald Michalak

Herman & Sharon FrankelMr. & Mrs. Ralph J. GersonDr. & Mrs. Edward E. Hagenlocher

Mr. & Mrs. Morton E. HarrisDr. Gloria HeppnerMrs. Doreen HermelinMark & Mary HoppeJulius & Cynthia Huebner Foundation

Richard H. & Carola Huttenlocher

Mr. Austin A. KanterMr. David LebenbomThe Edward & Helen Mardigian Foundation

John E. & Marcia MillerMr. & Mrs. Jeffrey H. MiroRuth F. Rattner & Ann F. & Norman D. Katz

Marjorie & Saul Saulson

William H. & Patricia M. SmithBernard & Barbara StollmanLorna L. Thomas, M.D.Janis & William M. Wetsman / The Wetsman Foundation

Paul & Linda ZlotoffMrs. Paul Zuckerman

$6,000 and moreAnonymousMr. Herbert A. AbrashDr. & Mrs. Roger M. AjluniMr. & Mrs. Richard L. AlonzoMr. & Mrs. Maurice BeznosDr. & Mrs. Rudrick E. BoucherCarol A. & Stephen A. Bromberg

Lynne Carter, M.D.Mr. & Mrs. Laurence B. DeitchTom & Beck DemeryMr. & Mrs. Walter E. DouglasMarianne EndicottMr. & Mrs. Francis A. Engelhardt

Mr. & Mrs. David FischerMr. & Mrs. Herbert FisherMrs. John B. Ford, Jr.Dr. Saul & Mrs. Helen FormanRema FrankelMr. & Mrs. Dwight W. Gammons

Byron & Dorothy GersonGoodman Family Charitable Trust

Mr. Eric Hespenheide & Ms. Judith V. Hicks

Chacona & Arthur L. JohnsonMr. George G. JohnsonMr. & Mrs. Paul JohnsonMr. & Mrs. Thomas G. KirbyMr. & Mrs. Harold KulishMr. & Mrs. Robert C. LarsonDavid & Marguerite LentzMr. & Mrs. Elmore LeonardMr. & Mrs. Arthur C. LieblerHis Eminence Adam MaidaRalph & Eileen MandarinoElaine & Mervyn ManningMr. & Mrs. John E. Marshall IIIDonald E. & Shirley M. McMinn Family Foundation

Dr. & Mrs. Donald A. MeierMrs. Lucie MeiningerMr. & Mrs. Milton J. MillerMr. & Mrs. Daniel E. MooreMr. & Mrs. Douglas S. Mossman

Geoffrey S. Nathan & Margaret E. Winters

Sean & Cathy NeallPatricia & Henry NickolMs. Jo Elyn Nyman

NOVEMBER 10-13 — DSO collaborates with local arts presenter Pro Musica to present Finnish pianist Antti Siirala in two distinctly different artistic settings: in concerts with the DSO at Orchestra Hall, and in the intimate experience of a solo recital performance in The Music Box.

DECEMBER 15-18 — For the second year in a row, the Civic Orchestra, the DSO’s premier youth ensemble, is chosen from a national pool to host the American Symphony Orchestra League’s Donald Thulean Conducting Workshop. Up-and-coming conductors from around the world hone their skills with a professional faculty that includes DSO Resident conductor Thomas Wilkins.

DECEMBER 22 — The DSO’s UBS Holiday Festival includes a first-ever “Gospel Christmas” featuring Detroit’s famed Pastor Marvin Winans

and his Perfecting Choir, reflecting Detroit’s heritage as a center for gospel music.

JAN. 30 & FEB. 4 – The eyes of the nation were on Detroit as Ford Field welcomed Super Bowl XL. The Max hosted Super Bowl-related events such as the NFL Business Forum and the Maxim magazine party. A quartet of DSO musicians performed at the official Super Bowl Opening Ceremonies at the Fox Theatre.

FEBRUARY 9-12 — Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Aaron Jay Kernis attends DSO performances of his Musica Celestis. He participates in pre-concert lectures and a chamber music program hosted by Pro Musica in The Music Box.

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FEBRUARY 20 — The DSO collaborates with the Grand Rapids Ballet Company in Young People’s Concert performances that illustrate fairy tales such as Sleeping Beauty.

FEBRUARY 22 — The DSO announces the successful completion of its $125 million Capital Campaign: “Concerto for Community and Orchestra.” Launched in May 2000, the campaign strengthened the DSO’s Endowment Fund, raised capital funds to build the Max M. Fisher Music Center, restore and renovate Orchestra Hall, and construct the Jacob Bernard Pincus Music Education Center.

MARCH 10-11 – The DSO performs the World Premiere of “Essay No. 1 (After Sibelius)” composed by DSO double bassist Rick Robinson. Robinson’s work was selected in 2003-04 as one of four compositions featured in the DSO’s African-American Composer Readings.

MARCH 10, 12 – The Civic Orchestra takes on a work even professional orchestras find challenging: Verdi’s Requiem. Performances in both Orchestra Hall and Detroit’s Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament feature vocal soloists from the University of Michigan and Michigan State University; plus a 175-voice choir comprised of the Detroit Archdiocesan Chorus and the Wayne State University Symphonic Choir.

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John J. SoleckiMr. Richard A. SonenklarMr. & Mrs. Neil J. SosinDavid C. SprakerStephen & Phyllis StromeMr. & Mrs. Michael R. TysonDavid UsherGary & Margaret ValadeMr. & Mrs. Samuel ValentiMr. Robert VanWalleghemMr. & Mrs. Jonathon T. WaltonGary L. WassermanMr. R. Jamison WilliamsMrs. Isadore Winkelman

$2,750 and moreAnonymousMrs. Bryce AlpernMr. & Mrs. Thomas V. Angott, Sr.

Mr. & Mrs. John AxeMr. Bassel Banny & Dr. Lisa Guyot-Banny

Nora Lee & Guy Barron

Dr. & Mrs. Brian J. BeckDrs. Jeffrey & Susan BellefleurDrs. Ramon & Peggy BerguerJoseph & Barbra BlochMr. & Mrs. Gerald BrightRobert N. & Claire P. BrownMr. Terry BrownMichael & Geraldine BucklesDonna M. BurkeMs. Pamela CallamJean Hill CarmanDr. & Mrs. Thomas E. CarsonMr. Richard ColeMr. & Mrs. Gary L. CowgerBarbara & Paul CzamanskeJerry & Maureen D’AvanzoMr. Thomas G. DenommeMs. Barbara DilesEugene & Elaine DrikerPaul & Peggy DufaultMr. & Mrs. Cameron B. DuncanMr. & Mrs. James J. EdwardsDr. & Mrs. Adel A. El-MagrabiMary Sue & Paul E. EwingStephen EwingMs. Jean FairMr. & Mrs. James FarberDr. & Mrs. Lionel FinkelsteinDr. Marjorie M. FisherMr. & Mrs. William Clay Ford, Sr.Dale & Bruce FrankelMr. & Mrs. William M. FreemanMrs. Helen P. GilbrideKeith & Eileen GiffordMr. Allan D. GilmourMr. & Mrs. Victor GirolamiDr. & Mrs. Robert Goldman

Mr. Michael GoodellDorothy & Herbert GraebnerMary & Preston HappelRandall L. & Nancy Caine Harbour

Mr. & Mrs. Gordon K. HarrisDonna & Eugene HartwigMr. & Mrs. Ross HaunMr. & Mrs. Richard D. HelppieMr. & Mrs. Herb HipsherJean HollandDr. Deanna & Mr. David B. Holtzman

Mr. & Mrs. Mario F. IacobelliMr. John W. JicklingMr. & Mrs. Sterling C. Jones, Jr.Mr. & Mrs. Maxwell JospeyMs. Irene KalmanAlma KearneyMartin & Cis Maisal KellmanMariam C. Noland & James A. Kelly Fund of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan

Jack & Fran KingLouise & Gunnar KlarrRobert C. & Margaret A. KotzMr. & Mrs. William E. LaceyDr. Raymond Landes & Dr. Melissa McBrien-Landes

Drs. Scott & Lisa LangenburgDr. & Mrs. J. Timothy LoveMrs. Ben T. LowellDr. & Mrs. Charles LucasDavid & Valerie McCammonMr. & Mrs. Alonzo McDonaldMr. & Mrs. Alexander McKeen

Patricia A. & Patrick G. McKeever

Dr. Max & Marilyn McKinneyMr. Roland MeulebrouckMr. & Mrs. Eugene A. MillerMr. & Mrs. Leonard G. MillerMr. & Mrs. Randall MillerMr. Robert S. MillerDr. & Mrs. Robert G. MobleyMs. A. Anne MorounDavid R. & Sylvia NelsonMs. Doris Jean Nelson-ValenteMr. & Mrs. James E. NorthMr. & Mrs. Graham A. OrleyMr. & Mrs. Joseph OrleyMr. & Mrs. Joseph R. PappMrs. Sophie PearlsteinRobert E. L. Perkins, D.D.S.Mr. Jack PerlmutterMr. & Mrs. Drew PeslarDr. & Mrs. Claus PetermannMr. Charles L. PetersDr. & Mrs. William F. PickardMr. & Mrs. James J. PikeMrs. Evelyn PlotnickMrs. Blanche PollackDr. Glenda D. PriceMr. & Mrs. Douglas J. Rasmussen

Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence M. ReubenMr. & Mrs. Dean E. RichardsonMr. E. S. RobinsonMr. & Mrs. Richard D. RohrMr. & Mrs. Gerald F. RossJane & Curt RussellDr. & Mrs. Alexander Ruthven

Mr. & Mrs. Fred SecrestMr. Gary ShiffmanDr. Les & Mrs. Ellen SiegelErwin S. & Majorie H. SimonDonna & Robert SlatkinMichael E. Smerza & Nancy Keppelman

Susan M. SosnickRichard & Renate SoulenShirley R. StancatoDr. Gregory E. StephensDr. & Mrs. Charles D. StockingThe Stollman FoundationMr. & Mrs. John Stroh IIIGeorge & Christine StrumbosMr. & Mrs. Charles W. Sutherland

David Szymborski & Marilyn Sicklesteel

Mr. & Mrs. Joel D. TauberDr. & Mrs. L. Murray ThomasAmanda Van Dusen & Curtis Blessing

Mrs. C. Theron Van DusenMarilyn & Steven I. VictorMr. & Mrs. George C. VincentMs. Nancy S. Williams & Ms. Sharon Backstrom

Dr. & Mrs. Max V. Wisgerhof IIThomas E. & Elizabeth A. WolfeDrs. William & Prudentia WorthMr. John E. YoungMrs. Rita J. ZahlerLucia Zamorano, M.D., PLCLois & Milt Zussman

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cORPORATE GIVINGthe Detroit symphony Orchestra recognizes the leadership initiative taken by the following corporations. their generous support of the Orchestra

sets the standard for corporate citizenship, partnering with a cultural institution that is a vital contributor to the quality of life in the region. We gratefully acknowledge their contributions to the 2005 – 2006 Annual fund.

$100,000 and moreAmerican ExpressComerica Charitable Foundation DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund

DTE Energy FoundationFord Motor Company FundGeneral Motors CorporationGuardian Industries CorporationHandleman CompanyJPMorgan ChaseLaSalle BankLexus Division/Toyota Motor Sales, USA

Macy’sMasco Corporation

National City Bank PVS Chemicals, Inc.Target StoresUBS

$50,000 and moreStrategic Staffing Solutions, Inc.WRCJ 90.9 FM Detroit

$20,000 and moreCompuware CorporationThe Detroit Newspapers / Gannett Foundation

GMACMetlife FoundationMovado Group, Inc.

Pulte HomesStarbucks CoffeeTapper’s Diamonds & Fine Jewelry

XM Satellite Radio

$10,000 and moreAAA MichiganCampbell-EwaldFoley & Lardner, LLPThe Northern Trust BankPricewaterhouseCoopers LLPR.L. Polk & Co.Warner Norcross & Judd, LLPWolverine Packing Company

$5,000 and moreThe Amerisure CompaniesArvinMeritorButzel LongConway Mac Kenzie DunleavyFTI Consulting, Inc.NordstromPeninsula Plastics Co, Inc.Penske Corporation

$2,500 and moreBurton-Share, Inc.Canadian National RailwaysCharter One BankContractors Steel CompanyDenso International America, Inc.

Epoch Restaurant GroupGeneral Dynamics Land SystemsHonda North America, Inc.Madison Electric Co.The R. J. Marshall CompanyMeadowbrook Insurance GroupP.P.G. IndustriesRadar Industries, Inc.REDICOUrban Science Applications, Inc.Versacom IncorporatedVesco Oil Corporation/Don & Marjory Epstein

Welker Bearing CompanyYazaki North America, Inc.

Janet and Norman Ankers Dr. David S. Balle Jodi and Edward Barbieri, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Lee Barthel Marcia and Martin Baum John Bloom BBJ Linen Eunice and Bob Buzby Capital Waste, Inc. Robert A. M. Conley FamilyDaniel Clancy and Jack Perlmutter

Joe Crachiola – Photographer Ted “Ski” Cross, PMP Donald DietzEDSMarianne Endicott Leslie H. EvansMichael Farrell and Marc Herrick Jennifer H. FritzPaul GansonRosanne and Norm Gjostein Great Lakes Roses Hammel Music, Inc. Marshall Music

Don Jensen – The Arrangement Flower Shop

Connie and William Lacey Linda and Dr. Larry Lloyd Jonathan J. HeatonMichael H. HeatonRose Marie and George Lubienski

Ahmed Ismail McKinsey & Company Deborah and Ken Meade Ruth and Carl Meyers

Sandy and Rick Nahm Neiman Marcus Ann and Jim Nicholson Mr. & Mrs. Robert C. Pangborn Debra and Richard Partrich Madeleine and Allen Phillips The Remington Group Angelina Rooks Corliss and Dr. Jerry Rosenberg Aphrodite and George Roumell Steven Rybicki – Infinity Yacht Charters

Marjorie and Saul Saulson Marc A. Schwartz, Royce Music Carol and Norm Skruch Marge Slezak Somerset CollectionSpecial Events Party Rentals Staples Robert and Gwen StilesPhyllis Strome Judy WernerMary and Dr. Max Wisgerhof

IN-KIND SUPPORTthe DsO acknowledges the following corporations and individuals that have generously provided in-kind gifts to the organization.

APRIL 7 — The DSO recognizes the crucial contributions of music teachers to the lives of Detroit area youngsters with their second annual “Teacher Appreciation Night” at The Max. Three hundred invited music teachers, principals and school administrators attend a reception with DSO musicians and education staff, followed by a DSO performance in Orchestra Hall.

MAY 1 — ECS concerts for 18,000 school children in 2005-06 feature two different themes: “How the Orchestra Grew,” following the progression from small Baroque orchestras to the large, lush ensembles of the Romantic era; and “An American Quilt,” exploring a wide spectrum of music by American composers ranging from Scott Joplin to Aaron Copland.

JUNE 11 — The DSO returns to the Detroit Festival of the Arts to give a free performance on the MASCO/Metro Times stage honoring the 20th anniversary of this major city cultural event.

JUNE 15 — “Night and Day: A Cole Porter Gala” raises $400,000 for DSO programs and activities. Co-chairing the event are Karen Davidson of Auburn Hills, wife of Guardian Industries president and CEO William Davidson, and Ann Nicholson of Grosse Pointe Farms, wife of Jim Nicholson, DSO Chairman and President/CEO of PVS Chemicals.

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Orchestra began rigorous strategic planning activities in the fall of the 2005-06 season. As part of this process, the DSO worked to refine institutional priorities, identified dynamic additions to the artistic leadership team, and created a targeted new fundraising body in tune with Generation X.

Following a series of forums and surveys for musicians, board and staff, a cross-constituency Strategic Planning Steering Committee was formed. Focused on articulating a compelling and financially viable 10-year vision for the DSO, several priority areas were identified and discussed. This framework established a strong institutional foundation for further advancement, already well underway as a draft document.

In pursuit of artistic excellence, Peter Oundjian joins the DSO in the 2006-07 season as Principal Guest Conductor and Artistic Advisor; and Branford Marsalis serves as the Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Jazz Creative Director Chair. Community engagement remains a hallmark of the DSO mission, enhancing the effectiveness of programming as well as audience and resource development initiatives. Education programs will see further growth through the introduction of new concert formats, partnerships and ensembles. In addition, organizational development remains in sync with societal changes, consciously reflecting the diversity of the community at large.

“New Leaders,” an initiative designed to welcome young professionals to the workings of the DSO was announced toward the close of 2005-06. This program seeks to encourage and cultivate the next generation of community and DSO Board leadership. Inaugural members including 30 young metro Detroit movers and shakers, led by Committee Chair Dr. Bernadine Wu, join forces in the fall of 2006.

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Building for the Future

InstItutIonal PrIorItIes n Artistic excellence n community engagement n education n Audience Development n resource Development n fiscal stability n Accountability

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“It�has�been�an�honor�and�a�privilege�for�me�to�participate�in�the�Detroit�Symphony�Orchestra’s�Strategic�Planning�process.�We�are�blessed�with�a�

superb�orchestra,�inspired�professional�leadership,�and�a�dedicated�group�of�supporters�—�consequently�I�have�great�optimism�for�the�future.�It�has�been�most�encouraging�to�see�so�many�people�engaged�in�helping�to�determine�the�future�direction�of�this�terrific�institution”�� —�Bernard�Robertson,�DSO�Executive�

Committee,�Strategic�Planning�Steering�Committee

“The�DSO�is�an�extraordinary�ensemble,�and�I�am�looking�forward�to�shaping�our�shared�vision�for�musical�excellence�while�pursuing�exciting�new�directions.�In�this�new�role�I�aim�to�strengthen�

artistic�relationships,�explore�a�broad�range�of�repertoire,�and�make�a�difference�in�the�community.”� —��Peter�Oundjian,�DSO�Principal�Guest�

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DSO flutists Philip Dikeman and Sharon Sparrow.

Performances AttendanceClassical Series 86 122,551Classical Conversations 4 3,077

Classics Unmasked (13 CL subscription) N/A

DSO Unplugged Series 4 434Silver Screen Serenade Opening Gala 1 281“Night & Day: A Cole Porter Gala 1 357

Classical Roots Gala N/A (485 in Cl subscr.)

DTE Foundation Pops Series 40 61,802LaSalle Bank Paradise Jazz Series* 8 11,693The Messiah 2 2,987Boy’s Choir of Harlem* 1 1,965DTE Foundation Holiday Pops Special (3 pm) 1 965“Joy:” A Gospel Christmas with the DSO 1 1,480Al Jarreau with the DSO 1 1,860George Winston* 1 989Chris Botti * 1 1,876Harry Connick, Jr, and Branford Marsalis* 2 886Alfred Brendel in Recital* 1 1,416Library of Congress “Song of America” Tour w/Thomas Hampson 1 1,285Silk Road Ensemble* 1 2,037Jazz Club Series* 14 1,520Poetry Slam Series* 7 693Marshall Field’s “Day of Music” 1 4,000DSO Donor & Volunteer Appreciation Concert 1 615DaimlerChrysler, Ford Motor Co., General Motors “Thank You” Concerts 3 1600

Wharton Center for the Performing Arts, Lansing, MI 1 817Tancredi, UMS, Ann Arbor, MI 1 1,979Detroit Festival of the Arts 20th Anniversary 1 1500Educational Concert Series 10 17,843Young People’s Concert Series 12 16,258Tiny Tots Series* 5 3,000Civic Ensembles Concerts* 7 11,068Civic Ensembles Chamber Concerts* 15 4,000ACES Thanksgiving Day Parade * 1 1,896Kathy Griffin * 1 2,026“Liberation Cantata” presented by Congregation Shaarey Zedek 1 1,266July 4th “Salute to America” Concerts Greenfield Village 4 22,949“Target Harmony in the Metroparks” 3 36,700“Play! A Video Game Symphony” 1 1,815Concert of Colors 1 20,000Interlochen“All Amadeus!” 1 2,139Meadow Brook Music Festival 8 17,963

TOTAL: 256 389,588

Max Rental Events* 88 38,000 GRAND TOTAL: 344 427,588

Anne Parsons, President and Executive DirectorSunaina Vargo, Executive AssistantAngela Carey, ReceptionistEricka Ward, Receptionist

Human ResourcesPatricia Walker, Vice President of Human Resources

Orchestra Operations and Artistic PlanningDaniel Dene, Recording EngineerDavid Dredla, Artistic Planning ManagerCharles Greenwell, Conducting AssistantRebecca Hart, Artistic CoordinatorNicholas Hansinger, Assistant Orchestra Personnel ManagerMami Kato, Operations ManagerStephen Millen, Vice President and General ManagerStephen Molina, Orchestra Personnel ManagerErik Rönmark, Artistic CoordinatorKendra Whitlock, Director of Pops and Specials

EducationElizar Abalos, Librarian of Civic EnsemblesCharles Burke, Director of Education and Artistic Director of Civic EnsemblesEmily Kracht, Education CoordinatorErica Egli, General Manager of Civic EnsemblesKit Weber, Civic Youth Ensemble CoordinatorWarren Williams, Assistant Director of Education

Sales and ServicesRoss Binnie, Vice President for Sales and ServiceWill Broner, Customer Service RepresentativeConnie Campbell, Subscription Sales ManagerSharon Carr, Subscriptions CoordinatorMarilyn Cragway, Marketing AssociateElaine Curvin, Executive AssistantMona Dequis, Assistant Retail ManagerChuck Dyer, Group and Corporate Sales Manager

Keith Koppmeier, Director of Marketing, Non-ClassicalLa Heidra Marshall, Customer Service RepresentativeJohn O’Dell, Director of Marketing, ClassicalJuanda Pack, Customer Service RepresentativeTiiko Reese-Douglas, Customer Service RepresentativeWarren Scarboro, Assistant Director of SalesMichael Taylor, New Media SpecialistOmari Taylor, Marketing ManagerShannon Wilson, Marketing Systems AdministratorTeri Witmer, Box Office ManagerPaul Yee, Retail Sales Manager

Public RelationsMarilou Carlin, Assistant Director of Public RelationsScott Roush, Publications Manager and Public Relations AssociateJill Woodward, Director of Public Relations

History/ArchivesPaul Ganson, HistorianStephanie Chontos, Archivist

Facility OperationsSue Black, Usher CoordinatorHolly Clement, Event Services ManagerMel Dismukes, Security OfficerRashanda Dismukes, Maintenance AidMartez Duncan, Maintenance AidLarry Ensman, Maintenance SupervisorRyan Ensman, Maintenance AidBill Guibault, Maintenance AidNorris Jackson, Security OfficerRichard Jacques, Director of Information TechnologyCrystal King, Maintenance AidJennifer Kouassi, Facility Operations ManagerLewis Littleton, Maintenance AidJohn Lovell, Maintenance AidRon Martin, Security OfficerB.J. Pearson, Event Service ManagerMark Rist, Administrative AssociateSam Rogers, Maintenance AidDonna F. Saul, Vice President of Facility Operations

Daniel Speights, Maintenance AidGreg Schimizzi, Chief of SecurityJohn Scott, Security Officer

FinanceGenie Cravens, Director of AccountingKim Jackson, Staff AccountantLinda Makris, Vice President for Accounting and FinanceMarcia Pingel-Golab, Staff AccountantPamela Ruthven, Chief Financial Officer

DevelopmentJessica G. Allen, Individual Giving and Special Events CoordinatorDouglas W. Bechler, Director of Major GiftsJoy Crawford, Development Systems AnalystJohn Dickinson, Development Systems AdministratorCynthia Dodd, Director of Board RelationsSally Freels Johnson, Membership and Donor Relations ManagerJennifer Jackson, Development Systems CoordinatorRick Kelley, Director of Major GiftsAmy R. Lynch, Campaign CoordinatorMargery Parsons, Corporate Annual Fund ManagerSteven C. Ragan, Vice President for DevelopmentCynthia Reeves, Executive AssistantDarren Rich, Corporate Donor Relations ManagerAnn Rock, Director of Foundation and Government RelationsCari Salisbury-Narotsky, Foundation and Government Grants ManagerJulie Schneider, Development AssistantPhillip Snyder, Director of Corporate GiftsKathy Valley, Director of Annual GivingMari Vaydik, Manager of Development ResearchAnne Wilczak, Director of Special Events

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A companion disc of this report and podcast is available by contacting the DSO. This program was made possible, in part, due to the generosity of the musicians of the DSO.

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Annual Report 2006 Project ManagerKareem GeorgeAmerican Symphony Orchestra League Fellow EditorJill WoodwardDirector of Public Relations Design and ProductionTom PuttersEcho Publications, Inc. Electronic Media CoordinatorMichael TaylorNew Media Specialist Podcast NarratorCharles GreenwellDSO Conducting Assistant Recording EngineersMatthew Pons Steven Kemp Companion Disc ProductionMarc SchwartzRoyce Music Distribution

PhotographersGlen Calvin MoonJim CampbellJoe CrachiolaDonald DietzBlake J. DischerSteven EvansAmeen HowraniScott Roush

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