Reasons To Give
The generous support of donors and sponsors is essential to the strength and vitality of the LSO and its long-term sustainability. An investment in the arts through the LSO is truly an investment in the health and cultural well being of the community.
There is no better way to reach Lethbridge’s diverse audiences than by aligning your corporate identity with our wide-ranging musical offerings.
We contribute directly to downtown revitalization by providing a lively street atmosphere, safe evening activities, and involvement of local young people. By contributing to a rich cultural environment, the LSO helps shape our urban environment in a way that is vibrant and unique.
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Why Support the LSO
“TD is all about comfort and for many people, including our customers and employees, so is music, which is whywe sponsor so many music events across Canada.”
- Douglas Potter, Branch Manager TD Canada Trust
“Lantic Inc. believes it is important to be a good corporate citizen in southern Alberta, and as such, provides support to a number of different areas,including health care, education, sports and the arts, all of which arenecessary for vibrant communities. Our support of the arts, and the Lethbridge Symphony in particular, will hopefully help ensure that this vitalpart of our community continues to thrive and be accessible to the public.”
- Doug Emek, General Manager Lantic Inc.(Rogers Sugar)
What We Do
- Since 2005, the Symphony has consistently sold out its Master Series Concerts.
- In May 2008, the Symphony moved from the Yates Memorial Centre to Southminster United Church to allow for increased audience size,and continued growth.
- We are currently attracting over 8000 audience members to 13 concerts every season.
- We collaborate with the Conservatory of Music in producing children’s concerts and invite over 4000 students to these concerts, free of charge.
- We host the annual Kids Choir concerts,which allow choirs from Southern Alberta to sing in a performance with members of the Lethbridge Symphony.
- Every two years the Young Artist Competition is presented, encouraging young musicians to compete for a guest artist appearance with the LSO. Many of our YAC winners have continued with professional careers in music.
- Under the direction of our Resident Music Director, Glenn Klassen, the Symphony is moving towards expanding our influence in Southern Alberta.