Kansas City
SYMPHONY
Symphony in the Flint Hills, Inc. is pleased to present the Kansas City Symphony Orchestra for the fourth consecutive year.
The Kansas City Symphony, well known for performing live symphony music with a passion for excellence, is a major force in the cultural life of Kansas City and the region. With the mission to “advance and advocate the art of classical music for the enrichment of the community,” the Kansas City Symphony has experienced impressive artistic growth under the leadership of its music directors. In September 2004, maestro Michael Stern was appointed music director designate. Steven Jarvi is the assistant conductor for the 2008-2009 concert season including Symphony in the Flint Hills 2009.
The Kansas City Symphony serves a metropolitan population of 1.8 million people. The orchestra’s 80 full-time musicians are area residents and vital contributors to the artistic life of Kansas City. During its 42-week season, the Symphony performs a wide variety of subscription, educational, touring and outreach concerts. In addition, the KCS performs for the Lyric Opera of Kansas City and the Kansas City Ballet.
The Kansas City Symphony is governed by a board of trustees and is administered by a full-time professional staff. The KCS also benefits from the dedicated efforts of its volunteer associations. The Symphony’s seven auxiliaries, with total membership nearing 700, raise approximately $700,000 annually, making it one of the most successful orchestra volunteer forces in the nation.
For more information visit Kansas City Symphony’s website: www.kcsymphony.org