Sponsors & Contributors
Acknowledging Our Valued Sponsors and Contributors
The Kokomo Symphonic Society extends its heartfelt appreciation to the businesses and the community for their unwavering support. Through your generous contributions, sponsorships and program book advertising, you have played a pivotal role in ensuring the continued success of the Kokomo Symphony Orchestra and its exceptional symphonic performances.
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Grant Funders
Our Sponsors:
Haynes International, Inc.
Kokomo Grain
McGavic Outdoor Power
Tom & Susan Richey
Barbara & Merrell Owen
Solidarity Federal Credit Union
NIPSCO
First Farmers Bank & Trust
Duke Energy Foundation
The Wyman Group
Freedom Financial
Our Program Ad Sponsors & Advertisers:
All Pro Plumbing
Advanced Medical Imaging (AMI)
American Senior Communities-Northwoods Village
Banner Flowers
BMM
Brittany Lucas, Artist, Graphic Designer and Writer
Budget Blinds
Chariot Automotive
Community First
Community Howard Regional
Elite Event Center
Emily Lucas Esthetics
Eriks Cheverolet
Freedom Financial
Gorman & Bunch
Herbst Pharmacy
Horizon Bank
Ivy Tech Community College
King’s Cleaning Solutions
King’s Heating & Plumbing
Kokomo Auto World
Kokomo Lantern
Kokomo Public Library
McGavic Outdoor Power
McGonigal Buick & GMC
Popcorn Café
Primrose Retirement Community
Rodney V. Shrock, Attorney at Law
Samaritan Care Givers
Serrano-Wunderlich Landscaping, LLC
Shirley & Stout Funeral Homes
Sound of Music
Soupley’s Wine & Spirits
The Wyman Group
Wellbrooke & Waterford Place
Windmill Grill
Support Levels
Thank you to our generous contributors!
- Life Time Benefactor ($5,000-$9,999) (Receives 2 Season Tickets)
- Sustainer ($1,000-$4,999) (Receives 2 Season Tickets)
- Donor $500-$999
- Ensemble $250-$499
- Solo $100-$249
- Friend $25-$99
Hailing from Pennsylvania, Ellen started her cello journey in third grade. During her junior and senior years of high school, she undertook the responsibility of instructing elementary students in her community. This commitment persisted beyond college as she continued to teach privately while residing in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Katie Huddleston’s musical journey began in Goshen, Indiana, where she discovered her love for the cello before transitioning to the captivating world of the string bass. As the first-ever String Bass major at Manchester University, she graduated in 2015 and embarked on a fulfilling career.
José Valencia is a highly regarded conductor and violinist making significant contributions to Indiana’s music scene and beyond. Alongside his role with the Kokomo Symphony Orchestra (KSO), he is the founding music director and artistic advisor of the innovative Orkestra Project based in Indianapolis. Additionally, he serves as the Assistant Conductor and Concertmaster of the Marion Philharmonic Orchestra and the Assistant Concertmaster of the Lafayette Symphony Orchestra.
Sean Carey is a distinguished graduate of Indiana State University’s School of Music, having earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education with Magna Cum Laude honors. Under the tutelage of Dr. Bill Davis, he honed his violin skills and emerged as a talented musician.