THSO Annual Report 2022-23

2022/2023

The Terre Haute Symphony’s Board of Directors is very proud of its role in supporting a high-quality orchestra in our community that consistently provides performances that rival those of much larger cities . In the last three years, our community engagement has almost quadrupled . Members of the THSO have provided music in an expanded variety of venues that included Westminster Village, Hatfield Hall, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Terre Haute Brewing Company, The LAB on Locust Street, and the Paris Center of Fine Arts in Paris, Illinois. In reviewing all that our orchestra is doing, we may need to modify our tagline to read, “Great Music! Close to Home… and Beyond !" Each year thousands of students travel to Tilson Auditorium where they are introduced to the instruments of the orchestra and to the joy of making music . Pre-concert, the students have in-school visits from some of the musicians and then virtual visits after the concert for questions and discussions. The pride and enthusiasm for our THSO has developed and grown because of the commitment of many individuals. We continue to be extremely grateful for the gifts and vision that our conductor and Artistic Director Dr. David Bowden brings to the symphony. Our Executive Director Dr. Samantha Johnson Helms is a master of the clarinet, but also at efficiency and creative thinking. Together the two of them are a powerhouse that would be the envy of ANY organization. Our board members have readily provided support, time, and encouragement. They, along with our patrons, sponsors, and partners recognize what an asset the THSO is to our region . Besides the obvious contribution to the arts, our symphony helps advance the economic vitality of our community . The THSO has become a cornerstone of cultural vitality , education , and community engagement , enhancing the fabric of our community.

Letter from Dr. Barbara Hagerman

Barbara Lee Hagerman President, Terre Haute Symphony Board of Directors

President Board of Directors

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