Governing Members

Governing Members make everything possible: music, creativity, community, impact.

Governing Members of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra make a vital difference in the creative life of Detroit, and you are here at the center of everything the DSO provides and envisions.

YOUR Impact

65% of the DSO’s budget is comprised of philanthropic support, making possible:
     • 100+ performances by your Detroit Symphony Orchestra and throughout the community
     • Engaging 100,000+ students each season
     • Distributing 1,000+ instruments to students in Metro-Detroit
     • And so much more!

YOUR Benefits

     • Voting rights during the Annual Meeting of Governing Members starting at $2,500
     • Waived ticketing fees for all online purchases
     • Invitations to special events throughout the season
     • Unlimited access to the Herman and Sharon Frankel Donor Lounge starting at $5,000
     • Full-Season Valet Pass starting at $7,500
     • Additional Gabrilowitsch Society benefits starting at $10,000

_{A minimum commitment of $2,500 annually must be contributed to the DSO Annual Fund; subscription to one or more concert series is encouraged.}

The totality of what your friendship facilitates can’t be summed up in the space here. Community unfolds in conversation, so let’s talk about what your friendship enables. 

Call the Friends Line: 248-576-5111 or email friends@dso.org.