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Bob Deal, Jason Bradshaw
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Vicki Horne, Carol Yochem
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Michelle Gaskin Brown, Alan Valentine, Randy Travis, Mary Davis
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The Nashville Symphony celebrated a major milestone on December 14 when they hosted more than 500 guests for the 40th annual Symphony Ball.
Co-chaired by Jason Bradshaw and Bob Deal, the white-tie gala was held at Schermerhorn Symphony Center, which was transformed into a winter wonderland by event planner Bruce Pittman. Guests enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in the main lobby, which was lavishly adorned with a Symphony Ball ice sculpture and lush florals from Forget Me Not Designs. Guests then moved into the Laura Turner Concert Hall for a three-course dinner from Kristen Winston. As a nod to the earlier years of the Symphony Ball, the Craig Duncan Orchestra performed during dinner while guests danced throughout the room. After a rousing performance from the Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Nashville Symphony CEO and President Alan Valentine presented the Harmony Award to music executive John Esposito, who then presented a second Harmony Award to legendary country artist Randy Travis.
James DuPré led the band in a tribute performance to Randy Travis, concluding with “Forever and Ever Amen” to a standing ovation from the crowd. Bizz & Everyday People closed out the night with an electrifying set during the Late Party, keeping guests dancing until midnight. As one final throwback to the past, guests enjoyed Krystal burgers and Krispy Kreme doughnuts as they headed off for the night.