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FRIENDS OF THE SYMPHONY: The Fifth Section

Every orchestra has four sections: Strings, Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion. LSO has a fifth section. Our audience, our supporters, our volunteers: our community.

Our Fifth Section includes two groups of proud supporters: the Giving Circle, whose generosity sustains the orchestra, and the Volunteer Corps, who contribute their time and talents. Your path as a supporter may be through one or both.

The Giving Circle

Join the Giving Circle and help sustain professional performances, education, community programs, and the continued growth of LSO.

FIFTH SECTION PLAYER

Up to $100 annually

Up to $8 monthly

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  • Online Fifth Section Honor Roll recognition

  • Access to Digital Newsletter

  • Invitation to an LSO open rehearsal

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FEATURED PLAYER

$101–$300 annually
$9–$25 monthly

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All previous benefits, plus:​

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  • ​Recognition in concert programs

  • Invitation to the Annual Appreciation Reception & Season Preview

  • Advance notice of special ticket opportunities

  • Fifth Section keepsake

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PRINCIPAL PLAYER

$301–$600 annually
$26–$50 monthly

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Everything above, plus:

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  • 2 complimentary concert tickets per season

  • Premium Fifth Section or LSO keepsake

  • Principal Player recognition

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CRESCENDO CIRCLE

$601–$1,200 annually
$51–$100 monthly

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Everything above, plus:

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  • 2 complimentary Premium concert tickets per season

  • Access to select Fifth Section and special musical experiences

  • Crescendo Circle recognition

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CONCERTMASTER CIRCLE

$1,201–$2,999 annually
$101–$249 monthly

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Everything above, plus:

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  • ​3 complimentary Premium concert tickets per season

  • Opportunities for gatherings with LSO musicians and artistic director

  • Priority reservations for the Annual Appreciation Reception

  • Exclusive musical content and behind-the-music features

  • Concertmaster Circle recognition

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MAESTRO CIRCLE

$3,000 - $4,999 annually
$250 or more monthly

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Everything above, plus:

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  • 4 complimentary Premium concert tickets per season

  • Eligibility for special recognition at select LSO performances and events

  • Select guest-artist engagement opportunities, when available

  • Access to donor gatherings with the Artistic Director and LSO leadership

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PATRON CIRCLE

$5,000–$7,499 annually

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All Maestro Circle benefits, plus:

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  • Prominent recognition on the LSO website

  • Eligibility for a personalized Patron designation supporting an LSO chair, artistic program, or community initiative

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GRAND PATRON CIRCLE

$7,500 + annually
 

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All Maestro Circle benefits, plus:

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  • Prominent recognition on the LSO website

  • Eligibility for Grand Patron recognition connected to an orchestral section or major LSO initiative

  • Opportunities for personal conversations with LSO leadership about the areas of impact most meaningful to you

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Join the Giving Circle

Help us reach our 2026–27 Giving Circle goal of $60,000 in community support. Every gift helps sustain professional musicians, ambitious performances, educational opportunities, and accessible live music throughout Northeast Georgia.

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Why Giving Matters

Ticket sales help support LSO, but they do not cover the full cost of presenting a professional orchestra. Donor support helps bridge that gap and sustains the musicians, performances, and programs that bring our music to the community

That is why The Fifth Section matters: donor support helps make professional orchestral music possible, accessible, and sustainable in our community.

ALREADY A GIVING CIRCLE MEMBER?

Visit Your Fifth Section Benefits to request complimentary tickets, update recognition preferences, explore Patron opportunities, and learn how to access your benefits.

Giving isn't the only way to join The Fifth Section.

Volunteer Corps

GIVE YOUR TIME & TALENTS

The Volunteer Corps is the service branch of The Fifth Section. Members help LSO grow its audience, strengthen events, support musicians and guests, and expand our presence throughout the community.

Ways to Get Involved

MARKETING & PROMOTION

Share performances, distribute materials, contribute photos or content, and help spread the word.

SKILLS & SPECIAL PROJECTS

​Have a skill you’d like to share? We are currently especially seeking volunteer photographers, as well as help with technology, writing, research, design, administration, and other special projects.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Represent LSO around Lawrenceville and help connect the orchestra with new audiences and community partners.

HOSPITALITY

Help welcome musicians, guest artists, donors, and community members at concerts and special events.

DONOR & MEMBER ENGAGEMENT

Support appreciation events, member communications, stewardship, and Fifth Section activities.

CONCERT SUPPORT

Welcome audiences, assist with programs and seating, staff tables, and help with setup.

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OTHER WAYS TO GIVE

Venmo

Prefer to give through Venmo? Send your gift to the LSO and include your name and email address in the payment note so we can correctly record your Giving Circle level and send your Fifth Section benefits.

By Check

Checks may be mailed or delivered to the LSO. Please include your name and email address with your gift so we can record your donation, recognize you appropriately, and make sure you receive all eligible Fifth Section benefits.

 

Please make checks payable to: Lawrenceville Symphony Orchestra

Mail to:


Lawrenceville Symphony Orchestra

PO Box 503

990 Peachtree Industrial Blvd

Suwanee, GA 30024

Lawrenceville Symphony Orchestra is a Georgia nonprofit corporation and a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

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EIN: 88-2847959

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