For over 60 years my late husband, Larry, and I have been pleased to support symphonic music and those organizations that promote classical music and opera. In response to Glen Gould’s departure from the concert stage in preference for the recording studio, Larry Agranove said, “The concert hall is not dead. There is no substitute for being in the same room with a group of live musicians, breathing the same air, occupying the same space, interacting with one another and affecting one another.”
There is so much gratification in a live performance. At various times I experience excitement, sadness, joy, glee, annoyance, rage, pleasure, gaiety, anger. Whether one is challenged or consoled by the music it is interesting to contemplate that you are experiencing something unique. This exact performance will never be heard again by anybody, anywhere.
London Symphonia and its musicians add much to our life as a community. In addition to the variety of music that the organization provides in many venues throughout the city, its members are teachers, coaches and champions of the budding musicians in our community. Grants from three levels of Government and ticket sales provide limited support but donations help bring special musical experiences to a broader cross section of the London community.
At an orchestra’s heart are its professional musicians. Together with a volunteer Board of Directors, a small administrative staff, and a group of dedicated volunteers London Symphonia delivers a rich, artistic product that more than meets our community’s need for high quality orchestral music. London Symphonia has built a firm foundation that now needs to grow with ongoing support from music lovers like us.
Please join me in giving a generous donation to London Symphonia.