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UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance – Crescendo

More than 1,100 guests enjoyed UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance’s Crescendo at The Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. The November 4th event featured the incredible talent of 250 student and faculty members who performed on the Helzberg Hall stage. Susan Gordon and Scott Francis were the honorary chairmen, and Linda and Mike Lyon served as the chairmen.

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The gorgeous décor in Brandmeyer Hall
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Ann Sundeen, Mary Montgomery and Jane Gard
Patsy O'Connor and Logan Rutherford, Young Friends, 240
Logan Rutherford and Patsy O’Connor
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Nia Towe and DaJuan Johnson performed “Dream Within Reach.”
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UMKC Chancellor Leo and Yvette Morton, Dean Peter Witte, UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance; Chairmen Linda and Mike Lyon and Honorary Chairmen Susan Gordon and Scott Francis

Additional photos featured in the December 17, 2016 issue
Photo Credit: Mark McDonald and James Allison

 

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Symphony League of Kansas City – Ball Kickoff

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Saint Luke’s Foundation – Spirit of Philanthropy Awards

In the spirit of gratitude, Saint Luke’s Foundation hosted its Spirit of Philanthropy Awards celebration on April 18th at the 1900 Building. Being honored this year are: Philanthropists of the…