Keep Live Music...Alive!

HELP BRING COPLAND TO WEST BEND!

By clicking the button below, you will be supporting a very special “informance” (informational performance) of Aaron Copland’s “Appalachian Spring” on February 8, 2025.

You will be taken to our PayPal Giving Fund page, where all funds donated will go directly to KMS with no PayPal fees charged.

You may use a credit card or your own PayPal account.

Yes! I want to continue to enjoy live orchestral music, close to home.

We couldn’t do what we do without…

Our Major Donors

Society listing in concert programs

We are grateful for any amount you wish to give. As a guide, our Society levels are listed here:

Bernstein Society, $50-99
Mozart Society, $100-149
Gershwin Society, $150-249
Brahms Society, $250-499
Bach Society, $500-999
Beethoven Society, $1,000+
Other, any amount
First Chair Sponsorship, $1,000

Kettle Moraine Symphony is incorporated as non-profit 501(c)3 organization, supported by grants and donations, and overseen by a volunteer board of directors.

Patron Support - We need you!

Producing quality performances with a full orchestra is not an inexpensive proposition.

As you may know, Kettle Moraine Symphony is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that has always relied mainly on contributions from subscribers, individuals, and corporate sponsorships.

Behind the scenes, costs are incurred for…

Renting and purchasing music
Small compensation for players
Hiring a first-rate conductor / music director
Educational programs
Rehearsal and performance spaces
Marketing and advertising
Supplies and equipment
Printing programs
Senior transportation to concerts

Donation Opportunities

Giving Societies start at $1
Advertise in the program booklet
Sponsor music purchases or rentals
$1,000 First Chair Sponsorship supports a principal player
$5,000 or more, Major Support for concert production
Foundation or Corporate support

Volunteer opportunities

Please contact the KMS operations manager at info @ kmsymphony.org to find out how you can volunteer, or search on the Washington County Volunteer Center’s website.

Advertise your business in our program

If you do not wish to donate online, please print the Donation-Ads-Form, which also includes the opportunity to support KMS with a display ad in our concert programs.

Planned Giving

Your financial support through sustained donations and planned giving make possible our mission to provide outstanding orchestral performances that engage the community and inspire and educate audiences of all ages.

Please consider the Kettle Moraine Symphony in your estate planning. For more information on supporting the symphony through donations or planned giving, contact the symphony office at info @ kmsymphony.org