New Bedford Symphony Orchestra

Symphony Seaside Swing

THANK YOU to all our guests and supporters for making the 2011 Symphony Seaside Swing such a success.  We can't wait to see you all again next year!

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The Seaside Swing at Kittansett has quickly become one of the premier summer galas of the region, featuring cocktails, dinner, dancing, silent auction, and the music of the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Dr. David MacKenzie. It is the perfect event to share with family, friends, valued clients, and business colleagues.

5:30pm Cocktails

7:00pm Dinner and Presentation

The Music Education Award will be presented to Tobias Monte, Music Teacher, Fall River Public Schools and Music Director, New Bedford Symphony Youth Orchestra.

Followed by Dancing

Dance to the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Dr. David MacKenzie with vocalist Amanda Carr.

Plus a fabulous Silent and Live Auction

The original painting “Off Nonquitt” (pictured above) by Frank McCoy will be featured in this year’s silent auction. Take a peek at more auction items...

Jonathan Pogash, The Cocktail Guru

Jonathan will personally be mixing up the signature cocktail he created for the Seaside Swing, the Seaside Swing Spritzer: a refreshing blend of St. Germain Elderflower liqueur, pomegranate juice, and sparkling wine.  See Jonathan work his magic at the signature cocktail bar.  You can watch him mix, shake, and stir, all while sipping his special creation.

Valet parking provided.

$175 per person. Host tables still available. Seating is limited. Please respond by June 1. Mail the reply card to: NBSO, PO Box 2053, New Bedford, MA 02741

Raffle: The Ultimate Culinary Experience!

Chef Cesare Casella, La Cucina Italiana magazine, and the Italian Culinary Academy in New York City have joined forces to provide the ultimate culinary experience for the NBSO. Chef Casella will prepare a private dinner for eight at New York City's Italian Culinary Academy (462 Broadway) that will immerse you in the flavors and traditions of regional Italian cuisine. You will also be joined by La Cucina Italiana Editor in Chief, Michael Wilson, and its Wine & Spirits Editor, Ian Wolff, to guide you through the very best wines and cuisine of Italy.

Raffle tickets for the Ultimate Culinary Experience are $50 each and are available by calling the NBSO office at 508-999-6275.  Tickets will also be sold at the event.  You need not be present to win.

Your support will benefit the NBSO Concert Series and the 27,000 children participating in NBSO music education programs. Thank you!

The NBSO would like to thank the following friends for their generous support of Symphony Seaside Swing.

Symphony Seaside Swing 2011 Honorary Co-Chairs:
Wendy and Ken Joblon / Elizabeth Morse and Robert Austin

Title Sponsor:
Eastern Bank

Sponsor:
Wendy and Ken Joblon

Patron:
Talbot Baker, Jr.
Elizabeth Morse and Robert Austin