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 a Beautiful Setting: Classical, Country, 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
Friends Circle Benefits • Leadership Circle Benefits

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Friends Circle

Associate (Less than $150)

• Listing in university Honor Roll of Donors.

Sustainer ($150 to $249)
Previous benefit plus:

• Opportunity to purchase lawn or Sunday at 4 tickets before public release
• Invitation to "Meet the Artist" reception
• Inclusion of your name in the 2013 season program

Ambassador ($250 to $449)
Previous benefit plus:

• Opportunity to purchase tickets two weeks in advance of public release
• Opportunity to purchase four lawn tickets for a sold-out performance

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

• One on-campus priority parking pass for each performance

Leadership Circle

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

• Membership in the George Williams Dining Club
• Opportunity to host a private event on campus
• Personal attention with ticketing needs throughout the season

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

• Two reserved Dress Circle seats for four Main Stage series performances
• Premium seating placement
• One dock permit for each performance (advance reservation required)
• Approximate value of benefits: $650

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

• Two additional reserved Dress Circle seats for four Main Stage Series performances (a total of four Main Stage series subscriptions)
• Additional on-campus parking pass for each performance (a total of two passes)
• Approximate value of benefits: $1,300

Golden Benefactor ($10,000 to $14,999)
Previous benefits plus:

• Two additional reserved Dress Circle seats for four Main Stage series performances (a total of six Main Stage series subscriptions)
• Additional on-campus parking pass for each performance (a total of three passes)
• Approximate value of benefits: $1,900

Associate Artist Underwriter ($15,000 to $24,999)
Previous benefits plus:

• Recognized as Associate Artist Underwriter for one evening performance
• Six seats for the Spotlight Concert (in addition to six Main Stage series subscriptions)
• Approximate value of benefits: $2,500

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

• An evening performance underwritten in your name
• Additional personalized opportunities. Please call 262-245-8512 for details.

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

• An evening performance exclusively underwritten in your name
• Additional personalized opportunities. Please call 262-245-8512 for details.

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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.