For the first time, the Lansing Symphony Orchestra has office furniture that is not just functional and beautiful. Now everything matches, too, says Virginia Allen, longtime symphony supporter.
And the price was right. Lansing-based Smart Office Systems donated $64,000 worth of furnishings to the city orchestra’s administrative offices.
“We’re just really grateful,” says Allen.
After three decades in the Michigan Dental Association building at 230 N. Washington Square, the LSO offices moved to the NuUnion Credit Union building at 501 S. Capitol Ave. On Jan. 7, the LSO welcomed board members, volunteers and the business community to its newly furnished space.
“We are pleased to be able to help our local community by doing what we do best—office furniture,” says SOS President Paul Covert. “The Lansing Symphony is a key component to the vibrancy and culture of our community, and we are proud to be in a position to support them.”
In recognition of its gift, SOS is named the title sponsor of Timothy Muffitt’s Music Director Chair, underwriting the position for the remainder of the 2008/2009 season, as well as the next two seasons.
SOS sells new, remanufactured Haworth and Herman Miller systems furniture and used office furniture.
“Thanks to their generosity, the LSO offices are now a reflection of the beautiful music we produce,” says David Gross, symphony executive director.
Source: Catherine Guarino of LSO, Virginia Allen
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