The Symphony Of The Lakes Presents 'Pursuit Of The Podium'
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The Symphony of the Lakes and conductor Tom Stirling will present a fundraising event known as “Pursuit of the Podium” at the Home for the Holidays pops concert Nov. 22. “Pursuit of the Podium” benefits the symphony’s education fund. Four community leaders have been chosen to compete against each other to see who can receive the most donations in their online donation piggy bank. The community leader with the most money in their piggy bank will have the opportunity to conduct the Symphony of the Lakes in one number at the Home for the Holidays pops concert. The four community leaders chosen include Brad Bishop, David Hoffert, Mary Kittrell and Matt Rudkin. Bishop joined OrthoWorx as executive director in June 2010, bringing with him more than 20 years of orthopedic experience. He also served on a number of associations and civic boards. Hoffert currently serves as the superintendent of schools for the Warsaw Community School district. Hoffert has been involved in education all his life. Kittrell was born, raised and has lived in Kosciusko county her entire life. She is the executive director at the Kosciusko County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Finally, Rudkin is originally from Warsaw and currently anchors WSBT News as well as WSBT News First with “Weather 101.” Each candidate needs donations. To donate to a favorite community leader and see them conduct the Symphony of the Lakes, visit www.pursuitofthepodium.com and make a donation. The website will be available for donations through Nov. 18. The guest conductor will be featured in the Home for the Holidays pops concert Nov. 22 at 2 and 7 p.m. at the Warsaw Community High School Performing Arts Center. The concert will feature new and classic music from the Christmas season. Tickets range from $1 to $15. For more information or to purchase tickets for the concert visit, visit the website at www.symphonyofthelakes.com or call 574-267-8041.
