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Symphony League of Kansas City – Symphony Ball Kickoff Party

The Symphony League of Kansas City’s Symphony Ball Kickoff Party was held recently at the lovely home of Sarah Hancock. Sarah and Kathy Nordhus hosted the event. Guests learned about the exciting plans for this year’s Symphony Ball, “Seasons.”  Julie McCann and Gina Penner are serving as the co-chairmen for the September 9th event, which will be held at the Kansas City Convention Center. The Kansas City Symphony will perform, and Maestro Michael Stern will be honored, as he marks his final season with the organization.

Deanna Diebolt, Amy Embry, Kelly Privitera, Margaret Stadler, and Wendy Melland

 

Barbara Spilker, Kristina Klug, Deanna Diebolt, Kelly Privitera, and Mary Leonida

 

Sarah Hancock, Kickoff co-host; Gina Penner, Ball co-chairman; Kathy Nordhus, Kickoff co-host; and Julie McCann, Ball co-chairman

Featured in the June 10, 2023 issue of The Independent.
Photo Credit: Rita Clark

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