MusicByTheLake

Become a Friend of Music by the Lake

Celebrate the Arts, Share the Commitment, Enjoy the Benefits

Your Gift to Music by the Lake Supports:

• Leading Artists in an Intimate Setting: Classical, Jazz and Blues, Folk, Pop, Chamber, Big Band and Opera
• A Celebration of the Arts: Young artist development program. Educational outreach to deserving students in the local community
• A Picturesque Venue: A unique, outdoor concert experience and enhancements to the performance pavilion

Preserving What We Value

As is the case with most performing arts organizations, ticket revenue covers less than 40% of the overall costs to produce the performances. Music by the Lake offers some of the finest musical performances in the area and as a result, produces a wonderful byproduct — it stimulates spending in the surrounding communities. Your support is vital to the expansion of the series.

Learn more about the history of Music by the Lake and past performances. Below you will find details that describe our Friends Campaign. Every gift makes a difference. You may give by mail or by fax (fax the form to 262-245-8505).

Special Events for our Friends Members

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Friends Benefits for the 2010 Season
Friends Circle Benefits • Leadership Circle Benefits

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Friends Circle

Associate (Less than $150)

• Special invitation to buffet dinners prior to select performances
• Special invitation to the Beasley Center Bistro with a cash bar following each performance
• Invitations to special events and holiday performances

Sustainer ($150 to $499)
Previous benefits plus:

• Opportunity to purchase season tickets two weeks in advance of public release
• Invitation to a donor appreciation reception
• Inclusion of your name in the 2010 season program

Patron ($500 to $999)
Previous benefits plus:

• One on-campus priority parking pass for each performance
• Opportunity to host a pre-performance reception on campus
• Friend of the Campus discounts on golf (some restrictions apply)

Leadership Circle

George Williams Dining Club

Members of the Leadership Circle have the opportunity to make reservations for pre-performance dinners in the new Executive Dining Room in the Beasley Campus Center.

Impresario ($1,000 to $2,999)
Previous benefits plus:

• Opportunity to purchase season tickets, including priority seating in the Dress Circle section, for the Main Stage Series and Pritzker Spotlight Concert (4 performances) four weeks in advance of the public
• Membership in the George Williams Dining Club
• Opportunity to receive a dock permit for various performances, subject to availability
• Special assistance with ticketing needs throughout the season
• Opportunity to host a pre-performance private dinner on campus

Benefactor ($3,000 to $5,999)
Previous benefits plus:

• Two reserved Dress Circle level subscriptions for four Main Stage Series performances (total of 8 tickets)
• Priority seating in the Dress Circle section for season tickets to the Main Stage Series and Pritzker Spotlight Concert in advance of the public
• One dock permit for each performance upon request
• Approximate value of benefits: $600

Silver Benefactor ($6,000 to $9,999)
Previous benefits plus:

• Two additional reserved Dress Circle level subscriptions for four Main Stage Series performances (a total of 16 tickets)
• One additional on-campus priority parking pass for each performance (a total of two passes)
• Approximate value of benefits: $1,200

Golden Benefactor ($10,000 to $24,999)
Previous benefits plus:

• Two additional reserved Dress Circle level subscriptions for four Main Stage Series performances (a total of 24 tickets)
• One additional on-campus priority parking pass for each performance (a total of three passes)
• One additional dock permit for each performance upon request (a total of two permits)
• Approximate value of benefits: $1,800

Platinum Artist Underwriter ($25,000 to $49,999)
Previous benefits plus:

• An evening performance underwritten in your name
• All Golden Benefactor benefits, plus additional personalized opportunities
  For details, please call 262-245-8512.

Diamond Artist Underwriter ($50,000 and above)
Previous benefits plus:

• An evening performance exclusively underwritten in your name
• All Golden Benefactor benefits, plus additional personalized opportunities
  For details, please call 262-245-8512

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Additional Ways You Can Become a Friend of Music by the Lake

Planned Giving

A gift to Music by the Lake through a will, annuity, life insurance or life income agreement offers a number of tax advantages that can help you and Music by the Lake at the same time.

Honor a Special Person

Contributions to Music by the Lake can be made in honor or in memory of a special person and listed as such in the season program.

Capital Projects

In the coming years, a number of proposed capital projects will begin on the George Williams College campus that will enhance the amenities of Music by the Lake.

Matching Gifts from Your Employer

Many companies offer matching gifts when employees contribute to music and arts programs.

Named Endowment Opportunities

In addition to general endowment support, many opportunities are available to help create a permanent endowment fund to secure the long-term future of Music by the Lake. Named endowment funds can be established to support individual performances, young artist scholarships and educational outreach initiatives.

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Every gift makes a difference. Your gift plays an integral role in our success. Thank you!

For more information about giving opportunities, please contact Derek D'Auria, Director of Development at 262-245-8512 or e-mail ddauria@aurora.edu.