Past Presidents Front Row: Patsy Donosky (1975-1977), Carolyn New (1996-1997), Sharon Ballew (2006-2007), Cyndi Hudgins (1987-1988), Anita Sampels (1985-1986), Dixie Marshall (2014-2015), Mari Epperson (President Elect). Back Row: Sandy Secor, DSOL President (2016-2017), Patricia Copps (1978-1979), Jo Anne McCullough (1992-1993), Melissa Lewis (2015-2016), Sharon Walker (2009-2010), Dolores Barzune (1984-1985), Marena Gault (2011-2012), Ginger Sager (2013-2014) and Deborah Brown (2007-2008).
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra League hosted the Fashion Notes Luncheon and Style Show on November 15 at the Adolphus Hotel. This marks the 70th anniversary of the DSO League and Past Presidents were recognized at the luncheon. Veritex Community Bank and Adolphus Hotel were major underwriters for the event.
The Honorary Chair, Sandye Mailandt, was recognized and applauded for her generous contributions to and long-time support of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League. Sandy Secor is the DSOL President.
The morning began with a reception and silent auction followed by a fashion show featuring stunning fall clothing from Stanley Korshak and KidBiz modeled by the League members, their children and grandchildren. There was a brief musical performance by Young String cellist Jordan Rhyne. It was all topped off with a delicious luncheon.
Funds raised will benefit the community and education programs for the Dallas Symphony.
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra League is an organization of volunteers who support the Dallas Symphony Association through service, education and fundraising activities.
Since 1946, the DSO League has worked to support the Dallas Symphony Orchestra through service, education and fundraising efforts. Since 1998, the League has contributed more than $12 million in support of the Dallas Symphony Association’s Community Outreach and Education programs, which help bring the wonder of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra to thousands of youths and adults in the Dallas Metroplex.
Photos by Chuck Clark