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	Cincinnati Symphony Association

	The Volunteer Arm of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
	Volunteers have been a primary factor in the success of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra from its inception. Symphony concerts in Cincinnati were the idea in the mid-1890s of Miss Helen Sparrman, honorary president of the Ladies’ Musical Club. She and Miss Emma Roedter, president; Mrs. W.H. Taft, secretary; and 15 other women were the moving spirits of the company later formed to present concerts. The organization was named the Cincinnati Orchestra Association Company and Mrs. William Howard Taft was the first president. Mrs. Taft was succeeded by Mrs. Christian R. Holmes, who was followed by Mrs. Charles P. Taft. From 1895 to 1929, CSO performances were under the leadership of these women. In 1936 the Women’s Committee was created to oversee season ticket sales. Under Mrs. Frances S. Wyman, appointed by the CSO Board, the committee numbered approximately 1,200 women. In 1985 the Women’s Committee, Friday Nighters and Men’s Business Relations Committee were combined to form the Cincinnati Symphony Association. The association was officially established by the CSO Board to strengthen public appreciation of the CSO’s contribution to the cultural and economic life of Cincinnati and southwest Ohio. Through volunteer services, the CSA engages in activities and projects to enhance public relations and the financial strength of the orchestra and its related activities, including the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra. The CSA is governed by the CSO Board of Trustees. Among the programs supported by the Cincinnati Symphony Association are events to benefit the CSO, including Parties of Note, annual Home Tour, and the New Year's Eve Concert and Ball. Membership is open to anyone who has an interest in the orchestra. For more information, please call 513.621.1919.