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: $2,500
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 -
Megan Karls, Concertmaster -
Sarah McCoy, Associate Concertmaster
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Jennifer DePaolo, Principal Second -
Ruth Bell, Violin -
Emily Denham, Violin -
Jana Hanni, Violin
Roger Hedlund, Violin
Ami Jacobs, Violin -
Ana Lockwood, Violin -
Rachel Merchant -
Ashley Schnell, Violin
Miriam Scofield, Violin -
Susan Stanton, Violin -
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Gary DePaolo, Viola, Principal -
Chealsea Allen, Viola -
Jacki Bryan, Viola -
Leslie Fox, Viola -
Audrey Ortberg, Viola
Steven Rich, Viola -
Sabrina Romney-Lloyd, Viola
Daniel Galbreath, Viola -
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Tim Jones, Cello, Principal -
Debbie Bovie, Cello -
Janette Leno-Thomas, Cello -
Amy Cowell, Cello -
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Ernie Glock, Bass, Principal -
Kathryn Beagle, Bass
Benjamin Hornacek, Bass -
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Norman Menzales, Flute, Principal -
Charlotte Gruner, Flute -
Beth Wasson-Haynes, Flute -
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Rebecca Mindock, Oboe, Principal -
Lindsey Bird Reynolds, Oboe, Principal -
Blake McGee, Clarinet, Principal
Copper Ferreira, Clarinet -
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Richard Turner, Bassoon, Principal -
Cindy Beaver, Bassoon -
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Katherine Smith, Horn, Principal -
Jennifer Swanson, Horn
Katie Watt, Horn -
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Scott Meredith, Trumpet, Principal -
Don Williams, Trumpet -
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Daniel Watt, Trombone, Principal
Nathan Baker, Trombone
Keil Lauer, 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
Dallas Ely, Percussion -
Richard Puzzo, Percussion -
Michael Broyles, Percussion
Carolyn Deuel, Percussion -
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Kathy Williams, Piano, Principal -
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Jane Ann Hamman, Harp, Principal -
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
Hilton Garden Inn
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
Ruth Dove
Marie Henderson Trust
Dr. John and Pat Logan
Ryan McConnaughey
Harry and Nola Ptasynski
PJ Rose
Gordon Sommer
Bucky and Jennifer Walker
DIAMOND
($10,000 and above)
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Dr. John and Judy Baliey
John P Ellbogen Foundation
Jonah Bank of Wyoming
Terry & Del Johnson
The McMurry Foundation
Natrona Collective Health Trust
NC Rec Joint Powers Board
Janet Rodgers
Douglas & Dr. Christine Scheetz
Merriam Cooper Spurgeon
Townsquare Media
Wyoming Arts Council
Wyoming Community Foundation
Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund
Wyoming Humanities Council
GOLD
($5,000 to $9,999)
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Jim and Sally Belcher
Dr. Mark and Caryn Dowell
Goodstein Foundation
Dr. Doug and Susan Holmes
Hughes Charitable Foundation
Kevin & Julie Murphy
Jim and Ann Ruble
Schwartz Legacy Fund
Williams, Porter, Day & Neville, P.C
Wold Foundation
Wyoming Retina Associates
SILVER
($2,500 to $4,999)
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ALMA Home
Ashton Thomas
Katherine Johnson
Banner Health Wyoming Medical Center
Cleveland H Dodge Foundation
First Interstate BancSystem Foundation
First State Bank
Allan Fraser & Laurie Fletcher
Marie Henderson
KCWY
John and Patricia Kerns
Ryan McConnaughey
Mesa Energy Solutions
Metro Coffee Company
Taco Johns
Tallgrass Energy
Rick and Donna Tempest
Eric and Gayle Unruh
2024-25
WYOMING SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA DONORS
BRONZE
($1,000 to $2,499)
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AMBI Mail and Marketing
Art & Lynette Boatright
Atlas CPAs & Advisors
John Smith & Joan Caldwell
Carol Chapman
Tom & Kathleen Creager
Rob Doane
Don's Mobile Carpet
First Interstate Bank
Lauren & Greg Groves
Dr. Emerick Huber & Children
Kate Johnson
Koch Foundation
Dr. Joseph & Diane McGinley
Dr. Albert & Margaret Metz
Barbara & Edward Mueller
Eric & Christie Nelson
Pat & Marcia Patton
David G. Poucher
Rocky Mountain Power Foundation
Rebecca Sedar & Clark McPherson
Sinclair Casper Refinery
Sinclair Sissman & Kate Sarosy
Dave & Tina Sparby
WYLD Gear
TRUSTEE
($500 to $999)
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ANB Bank
Joan M. Anderson
Dick Bell
Dennis & Lynn Brabec
Dr. Jeffrey & Patricia Cloud
David & Susan Driggers
Harry Durham
Linda Howard
Inge Kutchins
Ken Lantta
Christopher & Judy Murray
Tim & Anna Olson
Charles Scott
Bob & Carol Tarantola
Fred Taylor
Dr.Rowan & Jean Sullivan
Visit Casper (CACVB)
BENEFACTOR
($250 to $499)
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Dr. Dena Bravata & Jim De Golia
CY Discount Liquor
Donna Jenkins Fox
Clara Green
Laura Hunter
Jack & Donna Laird
David Laudon
Scott & Cyndy Novotny
Aaron & Valerie Maiers
Henrietta "Henri" Manning
Rocky Mountain Title
Phillip & Lisa Rutar
Jane Sizemore
Nat & Becca Steinhoff
Shane & JoAnn True
PATRON
($125 to $249)
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Chris Barten
Irma Bideau
Jim Brown
Gary & Jennifer DePaolo
Carolyn Deuel
Elizabeth Gardner
Michael & Kristine Gaither
Katharine Allen & Aimee Gough
Lyndsey Grant
Roy & India Hayford
David Blair & Jackie Hotle
Craig & Lynn Kahler
James & Cindy King
Barbara Nicholas & Gordon Lacy
Pam Lucey
Dr. Allen Mattern
Robyn Morrison
Debra Park
Martha Rakestraw
Jim & Mary Riis
Michele Soulek
Valerie Stewart
William & Delores Thornton
James & Beth Worthen
FRIEND
($25 to $124)
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William Clegg
John & Judy Cole
Tom & Katey Covert
Jill Davis
Diane Rose Doll
Thomas Gardner
Anne Guzzo
Anne L Homan
Gena Jaussaud
Jerry & Colleen Larsen
George & Pamela Lesino
Pam Lucey
Doug McLaughlin & Beverly Mathisen
Lila Olson
Dan Rea
Sharon Ann Rich