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NHSO honors YSM Dean Robert Blocker
YSM Dean Robert Blocker. Photo courtesy of the NHSO
Dean Robert Blocker was honored at the New Haven Symphony Orchestra's 125th Anniversary Gala on Jan. 25, along with former Yale University Vice President for Global and Strategic Initiatives Linda Koch Lorimer. The NHSO cited Blocker's steadfast support of the symphony and his dedication to the arts in the New Haven community.
"The New Haven Symphony was delighted to celebrate not only our 125-year partnership with the Yale School of Music, but to honor the valuable contributions of Dean Robert Blocker," the NHSO's chief executive officer, Elaine Carroll, said. "He was selected as our gala honoree because of his many years of service to the symphony's board of directors, his willingness to share his extensive knowledge of our field, and his wonderful artistry when he has appeared as a piano soloist with the NHSO. On a personal note, Dean Blocker is one of the first people I turn to when I have a 'big picture' question, and he never fails to provide immediate feedback and useful information. It was a real pleasure to see someone who gives so much be acknowledged for his outstanding volunteer efforts on behalf of the symphony."
The NHSO has been closely tied to Yale since its inception in 1894, the same year the Yale School of Music was established. Yale provided financial and organizational support, as well as composers and performers, to the growing ensemble. Woolsey Hall, commissioned by Yale in 1901, has served as the NHSO's chief performance venue. Another important figure in the shared histories of the Yale School of Music and the NHSO is Horatio Parker, who not only served as the School's first Dean, but served as the first conductor of the NHSO and was responsible for transforming the orchestra into a nationally acclaimed ensemble. The Yale School of Music will celebrate the 125th anniversary of its founding from summer 2019 through fall 2020.
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Learn the essentials of grant writing in April 30 workshop
The Office of Career Strategies will present a work on The Essentials of Grant Writing on Wednesday, April 30. Grants are an important source of funding for today's musicians. The workshop will be led by Elaine Carroll, Executive Director of the New Haven Symphony Orchestra. It will take place 4:30–6 pm in Leigh Hall 402. Ms. Carroll will explain the essentials of successful grant writing, including a comprehensive review of the following topics:
Finding and researching grants
Communicating with prospective funders
Writing the grant proposals MORE