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Attending the luncheon: (L to R) Lucille McLaughlin, Viki Oliver Loomis, Sandra Beguelin, Lorraine Bassett, Conductor Mathew Webster, Maryann Langenfeld, Kay Zibby Damron from SSM Health, and Julie Boltz.
Sponsors Recognized At Annual Luncheon
The Centralia Philharmonic Orchestra recently hosted a Sponsor Luncheon to thank those who supported the Orchestra during the 2025-2026 season. The afternoon included a welcoming and recap of the recently completed season by President Judy Buck and Vice-President Mike Loomis as well as a look at the new season with conductor Mathew Webster. Entertainment was provided by Concertmaster Philip Tinge and Principal Cello Michael Trinklein.
2025-2026 Sponsors
Michael Trinklein (L) and Philip Tinge provided entertainment for the Sponsor Luncheon.
Season & Event Sponsor
Maryann Langenfeld
Season Sponsor
Becky Carpenter Timmerman
Event Level Sponsors
Crain, Miller & Wernsman, Ltd.
Performer Level Sponsors
Lorraine Bassett Sandra Beguelin Joan Beguelin
Julianne Boltz Viki Oliver Loomis
Supporter Level Sponsors
Damon Harbison Family Lucille McLaughlin
Jennifer & Brian Martin
Participants and instructors from the 2025 String Workshop.
Summer Strings Workshop is July 20-24
The Orchestra's Summer Strings Workshop kicks-off on July 20. Activities are designed to be an introduction for beginners, a refresher for prior players and a great experience for all ages. Instruction will be provided for violin, viola, cello and bass from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily. Instruments will be provided for the week, if needed. The workshop fee is $45 per day or $180 for the entire week with a limited number of scholarships available. Clinic instructors are Philip Tinge and Michael Trinklein. For more information or to register call (618)532-2951 or click the link below.
Near Sell-out Crowd Attends Saturday Morning Concert
The Philharmonic Orchestra closed out the season with a Saturday morning concert highlighting the string section and featuring graduating high school musicians who perform with the orchestra. The program of classical and popular favorites for the whole family included works by Haydn, Beethoven and Tschaikovsky as well as a salute to music from "Best Picture" Academy Award winning movies. Prior to the performance, complimentary coffee, assorted donuts and juices were served.
Pops Concert Is A Sell-out
It was a sell-out as the Philharmonic Orchestra did a radio time warp performing some of radio's top music throughout the decades including "The Never Ending Story", "I Will Always Love You", "Shallow", "What A Wonderful World", "Stairway to Heaven". Guest vocalist Traci Heins and members of Actors Alive! acting as DJs of the various periods joined in on the fun. The evening included cabaret-style seating, drinks and snack foods. A cash bar from Crooked Creek Winery offered a selection of wines, beers, signature cocktails and mocktails.
Large Crowd Attends Holiday Concert
The Holiday Festival Concert returned to the beautifully decorated City Hope Church Auditorium for its 65th edition as the Philharmonic Orchestra and Choral Society come together with holiday music to celebrate the season. A large crowd enjoyed classic favorites including "Sleigh Ride", " Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer", "Go Tell It on the Mountain", "Jingle Bells" and more. Complimentary refreshments and entertainment were available in the cafe prior to the performance.
Season 65 Kicked Off On October 19
The Family Concert series continued with a program that featured the Orchestra's woodwind section. Audience members had an opportunity to hear, see and learn about woodwind instruments from around the world. The Orchestra and woodwind ensembles performed a variety of popular and classical pieces with students from Centralia Junior High School and Iuka Grade School joining the Orchestra for the final two pieces. A reception was held for performers and attendees following the performance.
Centralia Junior High School Student Musicians
Iuka Grade School Student Musicians
