Join us for Albany Symphony's Summer Soiree + Dogs of Desire!
The Summer Soiree is the Albany Symphony's annual fundraising event. The evening will begin with a cocktail hour followed by the Dogs of Desire concert. Afterward, dinner and drinks will be served alongside silent and live auctions, a Fund-a-Need paddle raise, and Standing Ovation Awards. Join other orchestra enthusiasts to support your Albany Symphony!
Friday, June 5, 2026 | EMPAC
Cocktail hour | 5:00pm
Dogs of Desire concert | 6:00pm
Summer Soiree | 7:30pm
Deepen your support by sponsoring the Summer Soiree. Enjoy special benefits and the knowledge that you are supporting orchestral innovation, musical experiences for students in the Capital Region, and the cultural vibrancy of our community!
*Sponsor commitments must be received by 3/23/26 for inclusion in the invitation.
Questions?
Contact Kirsten Broschinsky at kirstenb@albanysymphony.com or call (518) 465-4755 ext. 144
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Summer Soiree Full Event
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1x ticket to Albany Symphony's Summer Soiree and Dogs of Desire concert
- Cocktail hour
- Dogs of Desire concert
- Summer Soiree dinner & auction
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Summer Soiree only
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- Cocktail hour
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SPONSORSHIPS
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Concertmaster Sponsor
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- Prime logo placement on invitation*, event webpage, promotional materials, and signage
- Recognition in live day-of remarks
- Two reserved tables for up to (12) guests + (4) musician/artist guests seated at your tables
- Twelve (12) tickets to attend Albany Symphony's Summer Soiree and Dogs of Desire concert, with prime seating on-stage during the evening's performance
- Two (2) tickets to Albany Symphony subscription concert with exclusive backstage experience
- Ã'Ã'½ page ad in two (2) consecutive ASO program printings (4,000 impressions)
- Season-long listing as a donor/sponsor in ASO concert programs
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Principal Sponsor
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- Logo on invitation*, event webpage, promotional materials, and event signage
- Recognition in live day-of remarks
- One reserved table for up to eight (8) guests + (2) musician/artist guests seated at your table.
- Eight (8) tickets to attend Albany Symphony's Summer Soiree and Dogs of Desire Concert
- ÃÆ''Ã'Ã'¼ page ad in two (2) ASO program printings (4,000 impressions)
- Season-long listing as a donor/sponsor in ASO concert programs
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Assistant Principal Sponsor
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- Company Name listed on invitation*
- Logo on event webpage, promotional materials, and event signage
- One reserved table for up to (6) guests + (2) musician/composer guests seated at your table
- Six (6) tickets to attend Albany Symphony's Summer Soiree and Dogs of Desire Concert
- Season-long listing as a donor/sponsor in ASO concert programs
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Honorary Committee
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- Name/Company Name listed on event webpage and signage
- Two (2) tickets to attend Albany Symphony's Summer Soiree and Dogs of Desire Concert
- Season-long listing as a donor/sponsor in ASO concert programs
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Even if you are unable to attend the Summer Soiree, your gift makes possible events like the American Music Festival, Water Music NY: More Voices free festivals in partnership with the New York State Canal Corporation, and the 2026-2027 season!
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