
Funds raised will help “putt” musical instruments in the hands of students
Sold out for the fourth consecutive year, Palm Beach Symphony’s Swings for Strings Golf Invitational held at Wellington National Golf Club raised $100,000 to support the non-profit organization and its education programming.
Before teeing off, golfers enjoyed a buffet lunch, took to the driving range to practice and bid on more than 130 experiences and packages in a silent auction. The annual golf invitational was chaired by Todd Dahlstrom with the help of Honorary Chair Doug Marty, Vice-Chair Thomas D’Agostino, Jr. and Auction Chair Sarmite Bulte.
Golfers competed for prizes for highest gross and net scores, as well as in additional competitions along the course. The foursome of Doug Marty, Justin Thompson, Danny Marty and Blake Whidlich won first place gross and David McClymont, Andres Uribe, Maria Uribe, and Carmen Lazo won first place net. In the women’s competition, Sarmite Bulte, Janet Gusman, Pat Pape and Joan Simpson took home the prize for first place gross and Judi Gola, Jill Krum, Jacqueline Gross and Cynthia Mangiatico got first place net. The awards for Longest Drive went to Mark Sear and Cynthia Mangiatiaco and Closest to the Pin went to Mark Sear and Karen Ireland.
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After the round of golf, everyone enjoyed the Swings for Strings Crescendo After Dark which included dinner, a wine tasting, live music, contests and prizes.
Sponsors of the Swings for Strings Golf Invitational included Asher Enterprises, Chervo, Evoke Advisors, Findlay Galleries, First Bank, Fox Rothschild, The Gottsegen Family Foundation, iTHINK Financial, Jaxson Maximus, Jorge A Gutierrez Architect LLC, Tish Messinger, PNC Private Bank, Publix Super Market Charities, Smart Source LLC and Wellington National Golf Club.
At last year’s Swings for Strings, the Symphony re-named its instrument donation fund in memory of Todd Barron, founder and first president of the Young Friends of Palm Beach Symphony. The Instrument Donation Program accepts a wide variety of instruments including string, woodwind, brass, percussion, guitars and electric keyboards, as well as accessories such as bows, music stands and instrument cases. These instruments and accessories are given to schools and individual students to further music education for generations to come. For a complete list of accepted instruments and accessories or to make a donation, please visit PalmBeachSymphony.org, email Bryce Seliger, DMA, Education & Programming Associate at bseliger@palmbeachsymphony.
ABOUT PALM BEACH SYMPHONY
Palm Beach Symphony is South Florida’s premier orchestra known for its diverse repertoire and commitment to community. Founded in 1974, this 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization adheres to a mission of engaging, educating, and entertaining the greater community of the Palm Beaches through live performances of inspiring orchestral music. The orchestra is celebrated for delivering spirited performances by first-rate musicians and distinguished guest artists. Recognized by The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County with a 2020 Muse Award for Outstanding Community Engagement, Palm Beach Symphony continues to expand its education and community outreach programs with children’s concerts, student coaching sessions and master classes, instrument donations and free public concerts that have reached more than 75,000 students in recent years. For more information, visit www.palmbeachsymphony.