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Symphony League – Symphony Ball, “NOVA”

September 7th was the date for the Symphony League’s Symphony Ball, “NOVA,” which was held at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. The opulent evening dazzled guests with performances and the official introduction of the Kansas City Symphony’s new Music Director, Matthias Pintscher. Barbara Haviland led the well-orchestrated evening, and Linda and Paul DeBruce were the honorary chairmen. The very successful gala brought a brilliant spotlight to Our Town’s incredible symphony orchestra.

Ball Auction Committee Members: Margaret Stadler, Amy Embry, and Loretta Stanzel
Pat and Beth McCown, Linda Gill Taylor, board chairman; and Steve Taylor, and Deanna and Tim Diebolt
Pam Fleischer, Ball Chairman Barbara Haviland, and Mary Leonida
Howard Petrie, Dr. Cynthia Petrie, Linda Stevens, and Dr. Jerry Woolsey
Terra Patton, Kirk Patton, and Donna Patton
Sharon and John Hoffman
Melanie and Wayne Thompson
Shirley Helzberg with Music Director Matthias Pintscher
Regi Banks, David and Amy Embry, Rachael and Dr. Nelson Sabates, Julie McCann, and Gina and Charlie Penner

Featured in the November 2, 2024 issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Rita Clark

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