WESTFIELD – The Board ofTrustees of New Jersey Festival Orchestra cordially invites the community to support the Arts at the NJFO Gala 2024 Viva Flamenco. The event, featuring renowned guest tango dancers and musicians, as well as musicians from NJ Festival Orchestra, will take place on Thursday,April 11th at Stone House at Stirling Ridge, Warren.
In making the announcement earlier this week, Keith Hertell, President of the NJFO Board of Trustees, also shared the news that Mercedes Benz of Union dealer Ray Catena will be the lead Gala sponsor for the celebration.
“Congratulations to NJFO! We are thrilled and honored to be associated with such a wonderful celebration and crucial fundraising event,” remarked Daniel Liguori, Ray Catena of Union’s General Manager. “There are very few suburban towns across America with an orchestra of the caliber of NJFO. We have been constantly dazzled over the years by its performances and we are delighted to help ensure that Westfield and the surrounding community will have access to their fine music for many years to come.”
“We invite the entire community to be a part of this unique and memorable Gala concert celebrating 41 years of glorious music from this fully professional orchestra” said Mr. Hertell. “This is a unique opportunity to celebrate achievements and simultaneously support critical NJFO missions. ” Mr. Hertell explained that proceeds from the Gala will help to ensure that world class professional music will continue to thrive in Westfield and beyond. Monies raised will also support the NJFO mission to bring the joy of music to underserved communities, develop music education programs for children, and bring music therapy programs to hospitals and hospices.
In addition to the musical performances by NJFO musicians and guest artists, the Gala will offer an array of unique items and experiences for auction, including get-away packages to exotic locations, tickets to some of the best theater locations in NY and NJ, premium ticket packages for sporting events as well as eclectic dining opportunities. A silent auction of items donated by local retailers, restaurants and businesses will also run throughout the evening.
In his statement, Mr. Hertell also acknowledged the outstanding generosity of associate sponsor PNC Private Bank commenting, “The Arts continue to struggle. It is essential that we all rally to continue the tradition of offering professional live music within our community.”
Invitations to the NJFO Gala Viva Flamenco celebration have been mailed to NJ Festival Orchestra subscribers and supporters, but attendance is open to the public.
Individual and corporate sponsorships and underwriting opportunities are also available.
To learn more about the event opportunities or to purchase tickets which are available on a first-come firstserved basis, go to www.njfestivalorchestra.org or to call the NJFO office at (908) 232-9400.
