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Toronto Symph lands Canada’s biggest ever performing gift

Toronto Symph lands Canada’s biggest ever performing gift

Message from the TSO:

The Toronto Symphony Orchestra has received a landmark $15 million gift from the Barrett Family Foundation, marking the largest pledge in the orchestra’s history and the most significant commitment ever made to support programming at a Canadian performing arts organization.

This extraordinary gift will support the TSO’s community engagement and education programs, ensuring that the power of music continues to reach and inspire audiences of all ages across the city.

In recognition of the Foundation’s extraordinary support, the TSO’s artistic community leadership role is named the Barrett Principal Education Conductor & Community Ambassador. The position, held by Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser, is a testament to the Foundation’s dedication to enriching the lives of young people through music

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