Tickets available! NJSO's SPRING INTO MUSIC GALA & AUCTION!
Event to honor Gov. Thomas Kean on his 90th birthday!
WHEN: Thursday, May 29; 6:00 pm: Cocktail Reception & Silent Auction; 7:30 pm: Private Concert & Gala Dinner
WHERE: Pleasantdale Chateau, Eagle Rock Ave., in West Orange
Bold. Captivating. Transformative.
The New Jersey Symphony presents an evening celebrating the power of music to inspire, educate, and connect our communities. This year, we honor the enduring legacy and contributions of one of New Jersey’s most distinguished leaders, Governor Thomas H. Kean, as he marks his 90th birthday. Be immersed in the world of the legendary opera Carmen and transported to 19th-century Seville for a dazzling night of music, flair, and philanthropy.
Tickets
Ticket packages start at $5,000
Individual tickets start at $1,250
Next Gen (ages 21–40) tickets are $175
Your impact: supporting music education & community programs
Your generous support of Spring into Music directly benefits the Symphony’s education and community engagement programs, which bring music into classrooms, provide hands-on learning experiences for students, and make live music accessible to all.
Proceeds from this event help fund:
New Jersey Symphony Youth Orchestra: Offering young musicians the opportunity to hone their craft under the guidance of Symphony musicians, this program fosters the next generation of performers.
Community Partners Program: Bringing chamber music performances to schools, community centers, senior living facilities, healthcare institutions, and parks, reaching more than 30,000 people annually.
Music and Wellness Programs: Delivering the therapeutic power of music to hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and community organizations to enhance well-being.
Neighborhood Concerts: Bringing live orchestral music to local venues, making the arts accessible to communities across New Jersey.
By attending or contributing to this special evening, you help ensure that music education and community engagement programs continue to flourish and reach those who need them most.
Donate here
Online auction coming May 19–29!
Our online auction offers fabulous items for everyone—from restaurant gift cards to vacation getaways. Would you like to donate to our auction? We welcome goods, services, unique experiences, art, wine, and spirits, vacation home rentals and more. Or purchase a gift card to support a local business and donate it!
For more information, please contact Jesse Goodale, manager of special events, at 973.735.1729 or events@njsymphony.org.
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