SUPPORT
the WSO
There are many ways to support the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra!
The gifts we receive from individuals, corporate sponsors and foundation grants give us the resources to continue our work for the people of Wyoming - and for that we thank you.
Donations to our registered 501(c)(3) organization are tax-deductible (EIN 83-6011424).
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Introducing Rhapsody 75
A Liqueur Celebrating Our 75th Anniversary!
We are excited to present Rhapsody 75, a special black currant and lemon liqueur crafted in partnership with Backwards Distilling Company to mark our 75th anniversary season. This unique liqueur was created to commemorate our rich history and vibrant future, providing a festive way for our community to celebrate this milestone with us. With an elegant blend of tart black currant and bright lemon, Rhapsody 75 is perfect for celebratory cocktails, pairing beautifully with champagne or soda water.
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Where to Find It
Rhapsody 75 is currently available at Backwards Distilling Company’s downtown tasting room, and $5 from every bottle sold goes back to support the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra. Raise a glass with us and enjoy this one-of-a-kind liqueur as we celebrate 75 years of music, creativity, and community!
ANNUAL GIVING
Annual gifts from individual donors is what sustains the WSO each year. Donations, both large and small, allow for:
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World-Renowned Guest Performances
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Community Enrichment through
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Community Partnerships
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Artist Development
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Planning for the Future
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Please consider a gift today in support of the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra. Annual gifts can be made in a single payment or split out into monthly gifts that sustain the organization for the future.
ADOPT A MUSICIAN
The Wyoming Symphony Orchestra has one of the finest orchestras in the region with almost 70 musicians. This incredible group of talented artists is carefully selected through an audition process. Their time is not donated - and we feed and house those that travel to Casper.
What better way to participate in our 2025-2026 season than to ensure that every musician feels the love from our patrons this season. Adoption includes your name or company name in the season program.
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Music Director Jerry Hou: $5,000
Concertmaster: $625
Principal Musician: $275
Orchestra Musician: $125
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To adopt your favorite musician contact the
WSO Office to discuss availability or click below.
Jennifer Swanson with Roy Hayford
Photo Credit: Ben Winckler Photography
Jerry Hou, Music Director - Jim & Ann Ruble
Megan Karls, Concertmaster - Greg & Lauren Groves
Becky Mothersbaugh, Acting Associate Concertmaster -
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Jennifer DePaolo, Principal Second - Dr. Valerie Maiers
Ryann Aery Lambuth
Ruth Bell, Violin - Dr. Rowan & Jean Marie Tichenor
Jana Hanni, Violin -
Roger Hedlund, Violin -
Ami Jacobs, Violin -
Miriam Scofield, Violin - The Lucey Family
Susan Stanton, Violin - Dr. Albert & Margaret Metz
Rachel Merchant - George Vandel
Sonja Prychitko, Violin -
Ana Lockwood, Violin - George Vandel
Susan Peel, Violin -
Jennifer Lyford, Violin -
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Gary DePaolo, Viola, Principal -
Sabrina Romney-Lloyd, Viola - Laura & Benjamin Hunter
Leslie Fox, Viola - Jack Hess
Audrey Ortberg, Viola -
Steven Rich, Viola - Sharon Rich
Daniel Galbreath, Viola - Dr. Corey Peacock
Jacki Wanbaugh, Viola -
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​Tim Jones, Cello, Principal -
Jennifer Crum, Cello - Julia Zapata
Jaxon Cox, Cello -
Amy Cowell, Cello - The Larkspur
Janette Leno-Thomas, Cello -
Debbie Bovie, Cello - Allan Fraser & Laurie Fletcher
Janette Leno-Thomas, Cello -
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Bass Section adopted by Ed & Barbara Mueller
Ernie Glock, Bass, Principal -
Benjamin Hornacek, Bass -
Kathryn Beagle, Bass -
Crystal Mendez, Bass -
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Norman Menzales, Flute, Principal - Dr. John & Judy Bailey
Charlotte Gruner, Flute - Dr. John & Judy Bailey
Beth Wasson-Haynes, Flute - Jim & Sally Belcher
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Rebecca Mindock, Oboe, Principal - Dr. John & Judy Bailey
Lindsey Bird Reynolds, Oboe - Jim & Mary Riis
Blake McGee, Clarinet, Principal -
Copper Ferreira, Clarinet - Roy & Rindy White
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Richard Turner, Bassoon, Principal - Jim Brown,
Dr. Rowan and Jean Marie Tichenor, Dr. Jay and Debra Swedberg
​Cindy Beaver, Bassoon -
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Jordan Spivack, Horn, Principal -
Nathan Bonin, Horn - Pamela Lesino
Jennifer Beyer Swanson, Horn -
Katie Krissel, Horn -
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Scott Meredith, Trumpet, Principal - Dr. Linda Meredith
Don Williams, Trumpet - Laura & Benjamin Hunter
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Trombone Section adopted by Fred Taylor
Daniel Watt, Trombone, Principal -
Nathan Baker, Trombone -
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Alan Harvey, Tuba, Principal
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Ross Coons, Timpani, Principal -
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Ron Coulter, Percussion, Principal
Richard Puzzo, Percussion -
Michael Broyles, Percussion
Dallas Ely, Percussion - Sharon Rich
Carolyn Deuel, Percussion - Diane Doll & Laurie Fletcher
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Kathy Williams, Piano, Principal - Ken Lantta
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Jane Ann Hamman, Harp, Principal - Dr. Rowan & Jean Marie Tichenor
CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS
Corporate sponsorships are are vitally important to the WSO's continued efforts to reach a wider audience and offer quality education opportunities to Wyoming's school children.
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Partnering with the WSO allows your organization to increase its exposure to an audience dedicated to the arts and creating a culture of
community in Wyoming.
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We offer a wide variety of partnership opportunities, including concert sponsorships, event sponsorships, in-kind donations and educational programming sponsorships.
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Contact the office today to discuss how your organization can get involved and how the WSO can meet your specific needs.
Special thanks to our hotel partners:
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Timberline
Ramkota Casper
VOLUNTEER
Gifts of talent are just as important as gifts of treasure. Volunteers assist the WSO at a variety of events, including:
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Ushering at Concerts
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Check-in/Setup at Events including Pops in the Park, Wine on the River and Prelude
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Participating in the Events Committee
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& More!
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If you are interested in volunteering for the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra contact our office.
LEGACY
Whitney Bradley
Father Daniel Colibraro Trust
Ruth Dove
Marie Henderson Trust
Dr. John and Pat Logan
Ryan McConnaughey and Austin Rekow
Harry and Nola Ptasynski
PJ Rose
Gordon Sommer
Bucky and Jennifer Walker
DIAMOND
($10,000 and above)
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Jonah Bank
Merriam Cooper Spurgeon
McMurry Foundation
State of Wyoming
Terry and Del Johnson
Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund
Jim and Ann Ruble
Dr. John and Judy Bailey
GOLD
($5,000 to $9,999)
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Brick and Bond
Doug and Susan Holmes
Robert and Sue Moore
Wyoming Arts Council
Wyoming Retina Associates
Dr. Mark and Caryn Dowell
Lauren and Greg Groves
SILVER
($2,500 to $4,999)
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Christopher and Aria Dragon
Ashton Thomas Private Wealth
Dean and Ronna Boril
Deborah Johnson
Jim and Deb Johnson
John and Patricia Kerns
Schwartz Legacy Fund
Ann Becker
Hughes Charitable Foundation
Laurie Fletcher and Al Fraser
2025-26
WYOMING SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA DONORS
BRONZE
($1,000 to $2,499)
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Barbara and Edward Mueller
Boatright Development Inc.
Bob and Carol Tarantola
K and K Siding and Exteriors Inc
Medical Skin Care
Nat and Becca Steinhoff
Sally Sarvey
Eric and Gayle Unruh
Peter and Marla Wold
Dr. Jeffrey and Patricia Cloud
Susan Stanton and Bruce Richardson
The National Orchestral Association
Visit Casper (CACVB)
Art and Lynette Boatright
Stacia Vigneri
Michele Soulek
TRUSTEE
($500 to $999)
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Carol Solie
Charles Scott
Christopher and Judy Murray
Cynthia Groetzinger
David and Dee Anne Simonson
Fred Taylor
Inge Kutchins
Ken Lantta
Debra Swedberg
Don Walters
Michelle Stahl
Jim and Sally Belcher
Patrick and Marcia Patton
Dave and Tina Sparby
Jens Boril
Jane Sullivan
George Vandel
Dena Bravata and Jim De Golia
Barbara Redder
Bonnie Peden
BENEFACTOR
($250 to $499)
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Aaron and Valerie Inella Maiers
Debra Park
Diane Rose Doll
Dr. Linda Meredith
Jay and Debra Swedberg
Jim Brown
John and Judy Cole
Julie Hitt
Lynne Swank
Pam Lucey
Rita Walsh
Scott Bennion
Michael Danahy
Michelle Elser
PATRON
($125 to $249)
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Audrey Cotherman
Barbara Nicholas and Gordon Lacy
Casey Jo Rislov
Dr. Albert and Margaret Metz
Elizabeth Gardner
Jack Hess
Dail Bodziony
Carolyn Deuel
Betty Gardner
Jack Laird
Jane Sizemore
Jim and Mary Riis
Michael and Karin Short
Scott Sissman and Kate Sarosy
Sharon Ann Rich
William Specht
Anna Armstrong
Rachel Bailey
Heather Huber
Emerick Huber
Linda Howard
Dick McConnaughey
Nicholas McNamee
Liss Shanor
Tracy Thomson
George and Linda Bryce
Lynn and Craig Kahler
Kathryn Weber
FRIEND
($25 to $124)
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Chuck and Nancy Engstrom
Dan Grace
David Laudon
Eric and Christie Nelson
Britt Boril
Jeff Bonin
Theresa Cowgar
Lindsey Grant
Cathleen Stepp
Vicki Windle
William Clegg
Mary Sutton
Barbara Bentzin
James and Beth Worthen
Kathy Haden
PayPal Giving Fund
Peter and Pam Nicolaysen
Sheryl Barksdale
Sue Schilling
Valerie Stewart
David Poucher
Julia Smith
The MacDonald Family
Rhett Bratton
Laura Hunter
Allison Maluchnik
Claire Shear
Karla Pirabun-Moreno
Martha Rakestraw
Ken White Jr
Lin Sanford
Roger and Ann King White