Fred Berkenkamp
Fred Berkenkamp
angels community eternally grateful history members outcome performing sun supported symphony truly valley west wish
The West Valley Symphony will be eternally grateful to community members who supported the symphony over its long performing history in the Sun Cities. They are truly angels in our eyes. We only wish the outcome could have been different.
board cash decided
The (symphony) board just decided we didn't have the cash to make payrolls at this point, and we'd better stop.
afloat changing community costs cultural donations midst orchestra recently risen struggling symphony
As you know, we have been struggling recently to keep our non-profit symphony orchestra afloat in the midst of a changing community and cultural environment. Symphony operational costs have risen and our donations and sponsorships are down sharply.