Parties of Note
From casual to elegant, intimate to grand, Parties of Note gives you a chance to gather in some of St. Louis’ greatest homes and exclusive venues to enjoy a variety of themed parties throughout the year. All parties are donated by the hosts, and 100% of the proceeds benefit the STL Symphony.
How to order: Click on “BUY TICKETS,” charge by phone at 314-534-1700 or
purchase in person at the Powell Hall Box Office (Mon-Sat, 9am-5pm).
For more information, call the Parties of Note Hotline at 314-286-4468. All parties are handicapped accessible unless otherwise noted.
Catherine Lehr
Manuel Ramos
PARTY #2: THE FAMILY THAT PLAYS TOGETHER…
BUY NOW! -- Sunday, June 3, 2012, 4:00pm
Home of Dan Phillips and Linda Horne (Clayton); $100/person
What is it like to grow up in a family where everyone is musical? STL Symphony members Catherine Lehr, cello; and Manuel Ramos, violin; perform with their adult children and share their experiences raising musical kids. This special event will be held at a lovely Clayton penthouse filled with contemporary art. Enjoy views of the city along with hors d’oeuvres, wine and soda.
PARTY #5: THE SCULPTOR AND HER ART
BUY NOW! – Thursday, June 14, 2012, 11:30am
Home of Sandy Kaplan (Richmond Heights); $50/person
Sorry, not handicapped accessible
At Sandy Kaplan’s charming home in Richmond Heights, large and dramatic terra cotta figures dance and romance, turning each room into a colorful gallery. The artist has been studying clay sculpture at Craft Alliance since 1989. Enjoy a summer lunch while she discusses the creation of her artwork and its evolution over the past 22 years.
PARTY #6: MEET ME AT THE MUNY
BUY NOW! – Wednesday, June 20, 2012, 11:30am
The Muny and East Pavilion (Forest Park); $50/person
Sorry, not handicapped accessible
Theater buffs have a unique opportunity this summer to take a peek backstage at The Muny in Forest Park. After a guided tour of the backstage sets of Thoroughly Modern Millie and other productions, enjoy wine, a box lunch and a tasty dessert. Don’t miss this chance to explore America’s largest and oldest outdoor musical theater.
PARTY #7: JAVA JIVE
BUY NOW! -- Saturday, July 14, 2012, 10:00am-12:30pm
Kaldi’s Coffee Roasting Facility (Midtown St. Louis); $50/person
Need a morning pick-me-up? This fascinating tour of Kaldi’s Coffee Roasting Company includes an illustrated talk on various types of coffee and where they are grown. Along with a tour of the roasting facility, you’ll enjoy a coffee-cupping (the equivalent of wine tasting), followed by lunch. All participants will also receive a special gift from Kaldi’s.
PARTY #8: TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALLGAME
BUY NOW! -- Wednesday, July 25, 2012, 7:00pm
Busch Stadium; $175/person
Calling all St. Louis Cardinals fans! This is a rare treat to see our World Series Champion Cardinals from the exclusive suite of President William O. DeWitt III. Enjoy beer, soda, hot dogs, nachos and brats with a bird’s eye view of the Cardinals versus Dodgers game. Go Cards!
PARTY #10: WORLD OF CHANEL
BUY NOW! -- Thursday, September 6, 2012, Noon-2:00pm
Saks Fifth Avenue (Plaza Frontenac); $75/person
Step into the world of high fashion for this special party at Saks Fifth Avenue. The afternoon’s events include a makeup application by a Chanel makeup artist plus a tour of the boutique’s designer shoes, handbags and accessories. Top it off with a sumptuous lunch, wine or champagne and a goody bag courtesy of Saks Fifth Avenue.
Brian Owens
Christine Brewer
PARTY #11: CLASSICALLY SOULFUL
BUY NOW! -- Friday, September 7, 2012, 6:30pm
TBD; $150/person
National recording artist Brian Owens and Grammy® Award–winning soprano Christine Brewer treat you to an evening full of musical surprises. From classic art songs to soulful duets, this rare performance will leave you entertained and joyfully inspired. Wine, soft drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be served.
PARTY #12: HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE
BUY NOW! -- Thursday, September 13, 2012, 6:00-8:00pm
Grapevine Wines (Kirkwood); $50/person
Join your friends at Grapevine Wines and Cheese for a tasting of food and wines from around the world. A variety of wines will be paired with tasty delicacies for your enjoyment. The experts at Grapevine Wines will share their knowledge of wine and bring out the oenophile in you.
PARTY #13: PLAYING WITH THE PROS
BUY NOW! -- Sunday, September 16, 2012, 11:00am-1:30pm
Frontenac Racquet Club; $75/person
Sorry, not handicapped accessible
Play with the pros at the Frontenac Racquet Club at this fun and instructional party, including a brunch with Bloody Marys and mimosas. Four courts will be available for doubles, with one pro per court. Guests will play round-robin doubles for one and a half hours, with each player having an opportunity to partner with a pro. Guests will also view a doubles exhibition by the tennis pros. Please notify the tennis club if you have a USTA ranking.
David Halen
PARTY #14: CONCERTMASTER’S DELIGHT
BUY NOW! -- Thursday, September 20, 2012, 6:30pm
Home of Judy and Harvey Harris (Central West End); $200/person ($90 is tax-deductible)
Sorry, not handicapped accessible
A gracious home on Westmoreland Place is the setting for an elegant evening of music. STL Symphony Concertmaster David Halen, who plays a 1753 Giovanni Battista Guadagnini violin, will be joined by his wife, soprano Miran Halen. The historic Central West End home is filled with art and antiques—the perfect backdrop for this memorable event. Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and a buffet will be served.
PARTY #16: OPERA WITH A VIEWPOINT
BUY NOW! -- Monday, September 24, 2012, 6:00-8:00pm
Home of Kim and Tim Eberlein (Central West End); $85/person
Whether you’re an opera aficionado or fascinated newbie, don’t miss this opportunity to hear backstage stories from Tim O’Leary, general director of Opera Theatre of Saint Louis. Enjoy wine, appetizers, and dessert, along with sweeping views of the city from a fantastic Central West End condominium. Bring your questions for this intimate discussion with St. Louis’ premier expert in the world of opera.
PARTY #18: STYLIN’ WITH JON TOMAS
BUY NOW! -- Monday, October 1, 2012, 2:30pm
Jon Tomas Salon and Spa (Creve Coeur); $60/person
Tired of bad hair days? The stylists at Jon Tomas Salon and Spa will give you the tips and techniques you need to style your own hair. This is a BYOB event—bring your own brush (or blow dryer or other styling tool)—and the experts will let you know what’s appropriate for your style. In one-on-one sessions, they’ll discuss hair styles and colors to complement your face shape and skin color. Beverages and pastries from La Bonne Bouchée will be served, and each participant will take home a styling brush and goody bag.
Melissa Brooks
Scott Andrews
PARTY #21: SOUND BITES IN COMPTON HEIGHTS
BUY NOW! -- Sunday, October 28, 2012, 7:00pm
Home of Marjorie and Kenneth Smith (Compton Heights); $75/person
Sorry, not handicapped accessible
Enjoy an intimate performance of chamber music by STL Symphony musicians in an historic 100-year-old Compton Heights home, which features a realist art collection alongside antiqued stained glass. The fabulous living room, with high ceilings and wood beams, has near perfect acoustics for this exceptional event. The hour-long performance features Scott Andrews, principal clarinet; Melissa Brooks, associate principal cello; and Nina Ferrigno, piano. Wine and other beverages and delicious gourmet desserts will be served.
Rebecca Boyer Hall
Asako Kuboki
Chris Woehr
Alvin McCall
PARTY #22: CHAMBER MUSIC JAMBOREE
BUY NOW! -- Friday, November 16, 2012, 7:00pm
Home of Anne and Jim von der Heydt (Clayton); $100/person
Rosin up your bow—here’s your chance to jam with professional musicians from the STL Symphony! Bring your own instrument and your favorite piece of chamber music to play along with Rebecca Boyer Hall, violin; Asako Kuboki, violin; , viola; and Alvin McCall, cello. A piano will be available as well. The setting is a lovely Clayton home, where appetizers, wine, beer, and soda will be served. If you don’t play an instrument, feel free to join us as part of the audience for several hours of wonderful music.
PARTY #23: A VIEW FROM THE OTHER SIDE
BUY NOW! -- Sunday, November 18, 2012, 4:00-6:00pm
Home of Paul and Linda Lee (Chesterfield); $100/person
Trumpeter extraordinaire Susan Slaughter, who retired in 2010 after a 40-year career with the STL Symphony, provides the musical entertainment for this special event hosted by SVA past presidents. Slaughter was the first female appointed principal trumpet at a major symphony orchestra, and in 1975, the Symphony Women’s Association endowed Susan’s chair. She also founded the International
Women’s Brass Conference, has made numerous recordings and holds prestigious teaching positions. This evening takes place in an architecturally stunning home with wonderful acoustics, nestled in a serene setting in West County. A buffet dinner and wine will be served.
PARTY #24: DECK THE HALLS
BUY NOW! -- Saturday, December 1, 2012, 2:00pm
Home of Joan and Ken Fiala (Clayton); $65/person
Over the past 54 years of their marriage, Joan and Ken Fiala have amassed a priceless and stunning collection of holiday decorations. At Christmas, their home becomes a wonderland, filled with dozens of trees and thousands of ornaments. You’ll have two opportunities to enjoy a tour of this extensive collection throughout their beautiful Clayton home. After all the “oohs” and “aahs,” sit down for a full English tea with sandwiches, scones and sweets prepared by Joan.
Celeste Golden Boyer
PARTY #26: NOTES FROM BACH
BUY NOW! -- Sunday, December 2, 2012, 5:30-7:30pm
Concordia Seminary (Clayton); $90/person
An inspirational event focused on the music of Johann Sebastian Bach begins with a performance led by the American Kantorei in the seminary chapel at Concordia Seminary. The festively decorated Koburg Hall will be the site of a social gathering with hors d’oeuvres and drinks. Guests will then be treated to a performance featuring Celeste Golden Boyer, Second Associate Concertmaster, in a performance of Bach’s Double Violin Concerto, followed by a sit-down dinner and dessert. Concordia’s copy of J.S. Bach’s Bible will be on display, and brief presentations will be given throughout the evening.
PARTY #27: TEDDY BEAR TEA
BUY NOW! -- Saturday, December 15, 2012, 2:30pm
Old Warson Country Club; $40/person
Children six years old and over—parents and grandparents, too—are invited to a delightful holiday tea at the Old Warson Country Club. Hot cocoa, tea, sandwiches, as well as wine and dessert will be served in this festive setting. Children will enjoy decorating holiday cookies.
PARTY #28: THE ART OF FLORAL DESIGN
BUY NOW! -- Thursday, March 14, 2013, 11:30am
Saint Louis Woman’s Club (Central West End); $60/person
The elegant Saint Louis Woman’s Club is a perfect setting for lunch and floral design demonstration. Linda Levy Katz, owner of The Fine Art of Floral Design, has been designing floral arrangements for the past 25 years. She’ll share some of her tips for making a beautiful, long-lasting display. The Saint Louis Woman’s Club is located in a beautiful 19th century house in the heart of the Central West End’s National Historic District.
PARTY #29: HARMONIUS HARPSICHORDS
BUY NOW! -- Sunday, April 14, 2013, 3:00pm
Home of Dr. Charles Metz (Downtown St. Louis); $125/person ($25 is tax-deductible)
Join us for an unusual opportunity to experience the beauty of Dr. Charles Metz’s collection of harpsichords. View a rare original 1590 Virginal by Francesco Poggi, a replica of a 1650 Couchet housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art and replica of a 1760 French harpsichord found in the Smithsonian. A renowned musicologist and harpsichordist, Dr. Metz designed his spacious home in the Edison Building for displaying and playing his instruments. You’ll enjoy wine, hors d’oeuvres and desserts, along with a fascinating discussion and performance.
PARTY #31: NO PARTY! PARTY
No need to get a babysitter or buy a special outfit when you purchase a ticket to our No Party! Party. Just sit back and enjoy an evening at home knowing you have made a contribution to our wonderful STL Symphony. Any amount is appreciated and your donation is 100% tax deductible. Donate now
REFUND POLICY
Paid reservations to a Parties of Note event are non-refundable.
Should a host find it necessary to cancel a Parties of Note event, the Symphony Volunteer Association will refund the cost of the party in full. The purchaser may request a 100% tax deduction for the cost of the party in lieu of a refund.
