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General:
How big is the Orchestra
Is the Tampa Bay Symphony non-profit
How often does the Symphony rehearse
Where does the Symphony rehearse
Are the musicians paid
How many concerts are performed through the year
Where do you perform
Can we hire the Orchestra for a concert
Does the Sympony offer a scholorship
Who picks the music to be performed
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Becoming a member:
Are there any age requirements to join
Are auditions required in order to join
What instruments are in the Orchestra
Whom do I contact to join
Sponsors:
How can I become a
private supporter
How can my company become a sponsor
Where does all the money go
Other:
How did you get the dog to play the Horn
How big is the Orchestra?
The Orchestra varies in size throughout the year depending on school, vacations,
"winter guests", etc. Typically, the Orchestra seats ~90 musicians. [top]
Is the Tampa Bay Symphony non-profit?
Yes. Tampa Bay Symphony, Inc. is
recognized by the IRS as exempt under section 501(C)(3) and is registered
as a charitable organization with the Florida
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, registration number CH15538. [top]
How often does the Symphony rehearse?
The Symphony rehearses on Tuesday evenings throughout it's concert season which is
typically runs from August through June.. [top]
Where does the Symphony rehearse?
Rehearsals are held in the Maria Center at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church in
Gulfport,
Florida. [top]
Are the musicians paid?
No. All of the musicians are volunteers and are not paid. [top]
How many concerts are performed through the year?
Typically, the Symphony performs three concert series which occur in the Fall,
Winter, and Spring. At times, the
symphony has performed additional concerts programs throughout the year. [top]
Where do you perform?
The Symphony performs at the Bay Areas three leading concert halls, Ruth
Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, Mahaffey Theater in St. Petersburg, and Tampa Bay Performing
Arts Center in Tampa.. [top]
Can we hire the Orchestra for a concert?
Yes. The Orchestra is always interested in being hired to perform additional
concerts. Contact the Symphony's Business Manager at (727) 347-3920, or the Orchestra
President at (727) 319-8383 for additional details. [top]
Does the Symphony offer a scholarship?
No. The Symphony does offer a cash award to each years "Young Artist
Competition" winner. [top]
Who picks the music to be performed?
The music for each program is selected by the Orchestra's Music Director, Dr.
Heller. [top]
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missing?
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You can download this product free from the following location: http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep.html
Are there any age requirements to join?
No. Age is not important but music skill is. Musicians must meet minimum
performance levels as determined by the music director and section principal.. [top]
Are auditions required in order to join?
Yes and No. When there is an opening, the Music Director and
Personnel Manager
will select a candidate and actually try them out in the full Orchestra setting over a
period of time (ie. one concert series). After that tryout period is over, another
candidate may be selected until the final decision is made. [top]
What instruments are in the Orchestra?
Typical Symphonic Orchestra instrumentation.. [top]
Who do I contact to join?
To join, fill out our on-line application (http://tampabaysymphony.com/forms/application/join.htm)
and the information will be automatically forwarded to our Personnel
Manager. If your connection does not support forms, send your name, address,
instrument, and musical experience to
membership@tampabaysymphony.com
or call (727)
546-9469 . [top]
How can I become a private supporter?
The Symphony has a subscription program which, in return for a donation starting
at $65.00 and up, provides complimentary tickets to the years three concert series and
lists the persons name in the program as a supporter. Click here
for more information or send email to subscribe@tampabaysymphony.com.
[top].
How can my company become a sponsor?
Contact the Symphony President for additional details or send email to
info@tampabaysymphony.com. [top]
Where does all the money go?
All proceeds cover the Symphony's operational expenses and "Young
Artist Competition" awards with the majority going to the
cost of Hall
rental. Other expenses include music rental, copying expense, truck rental (to move equipment to/from
concert locations), music equipment
purchases, publicity, and maintenance among other things. [top]
How did you get the dog to play the Horn?
That's a secret. [top]
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