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The Asheville Symphony Guild is a subsidiary of the Asheville Symphony Society and falls under its 501 (c) 3 determination as a not-for-profit institution.

Mission: The Asheville Symphony Guild (hereafter “the Guild”) works to support the Asheville Symphony Society by raising funds for the Symphony, sponsoring music education programs in area schools, encouraging an interest in music among Guild members and area residents, and providing opportunities to socialize with friends both old and new in the greater Asheville and Buncombe County community.

Behind the Scenes of the ASO

The October Guild program will feature our own Sally Keeney, orchestra manager extraordinaire of the Asheville Symphony.  Sally has been on the staff the longest and knows more about how a concert comes together than anyone else.  Sally is also part of our history – and I imagine she has some stories to tell!

Join us on Tuesday, October 17 at 10:00 AM at the ASO offices at 27 College Place, Asheville.  

Upcoming Musical Feasts

We are proud to present to you the Fall, 2023 season of Musical Feasts!  Several enjoyable, educational, and just plain fun events await you during this fall 2023 season.  NOTE:   Additional Feasts will be made available as the year progresses. Farm to Fork Picnic and Tour of Working Lands at Warren Wilson College will be rescheduled for Spring 2024.

View the upcoming Musical Feasts

In Memoriam

We wish to express our deepest sympathies to the families and friends of these members who have passed away.

Charles (Chuck) Briedis January 13, 2023

Sonya Evlyn Friedrich May 9, 2023

Yolanda Blozan Hall May 3, 2023

Mary Louise Powell June 20, 2023

Joyce Weinberg June 7, 2022

Excited for 2023-2024 Season with the Symphony? Now’s the time to renew your Guild membership!

Join or Renew Now

The Guild membership year runs from July 1st – June 30th.  Annual membership dues, which are $70 per household, are due by July 1st of each year for the upcoming season

Why Join the Asheville Symphony Guild?

  • Become a valued partner in supporting the Asheville Symphony, its commitment to the community and educational outreach.
  • Know that you are educating children as they learn about classical music and symphonic instruments.  Protect the future of the music we love!
  • Experience deep satisfaction as you share your talents and skills while volunteering in our programs.
  • Establish new friendships and strengthen existing relationships, all while serving the community.

Exclusive Benefits for Guild Members

  • Exclusive access to purchase the great Musical Feast parties 3 weeks before anyone else.
  • Special Guild Programs, generally held on the Thursday before the concert.
  • The September Guild Potluck
  • The annual Guild Gathering in May

The Asheville Symphony Guild is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Membership fees are fully tax deductible since no tangible goods or services are received in exchange.