VERO BEACH — The public is invited to attend a “friend-raiser” Monday, Feb. 18, hosted by Vero Beach Friends of the ACO (Atlantic Classical Orchestra) at 11:30 a.m. at the Vero Beach Country Club located at 800 30th St.
The event features lunch and a performance by the Vero Beach High School Chamber Orchestra, directed by Matthew Stott. Stewart Robertson, ACO Artistic Director and Conductor, will be on hand to preview the orchestra’s two remaining concerts of the 2013 season and to introduce the student ensemble.
“This will be a wonderful opportunity for lovers of classical music to learn about the ACO, its concerts at the Waxlax Theatre, and the Chamber Music series presented at the Vero Beach Museum of Art. Newcomers are most welcome,” said Mary Shoaf, ACO board member and chair of the event.
Tickets are $30 per person.
$100 sponsorships are also available. Sponsors receive one ticket and will have their names printed in the program.
For more information, to inquire about sponsorship, or to make a reservation, please contact Brenda Allen at (772) 234-4236.
For information about ACO concerts and chamber series, please visit the website www.AtlanticClassicalOrchestra.com.
About the Atlantic Classical Orchestra
Founded in 1991, the Atlantic Classical Orchestra (ACO) encourages and cultivates the appreciation of music of the late Baroque and Classical eras, as well as contemporary pieces specifically written for chamber orchestra.
ACO presents performances at the highest artistic level and serves to broaden the outreach of the orchestra as a primary cultural resource serving the Treasure Coast of Florida.
The Atlantic Classical Orchestra is an independent non-profit 501(C)3 organization located in Fort Pierce, FL.
For more information, please visit www.AtlanticClassicalOrchestra.com.
About the Vero Beach Friends of the Atlantic Classical Orchestra
The Vero Beach Friends of the ACO are dedicated classical music lovers and ambassadors who raise funds and friends to support the orchestra’s concerts and chamber music programs.
They organize annual fundraisers and host events to introduce the ACO to new audiences. All year long they provide priceless “hands–on” help, from working behind the scenes on mailings and the program books to greeting concert goers to making sure musicians enjoy Vero Beach hospitality at special pre-concert dinners.