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Friends of the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra was established in 1964. It is an incorporated charitable organization. Its purpose has remained unchanged since the beginning:  to support the Orchestra and promote interest in classical music among young people, who represent the next generation of musicians and concertgoers.

Over the years, FASO has sponsored a wide variety of fundraising events, from casual to elegant, designed to assist the Orchestra in multiple ways. FASO members volunteer their time at ASO events, at outreach programs and musician auditions, and in general, promote community awareness of the Orchestra while building lasting relationships among fellow music lovers. Learn more about FASO in this short video.

The organization’s efforts have provided hundreds of thousands of donated dollars to the Orchestra and its initiatives across the decades.

FASO warmly welcomes returning and new members. It is easy to join at annapolissymphony.org. Dues are $50 for an individual and $75 per couple.

We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to our membership. Follow along on our Facebook page for up-to-date information.

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Travel with FASO

to the Magical Pacific Northwest

TRAVEL WITH FASO

Seattle, Washington & Victoria, British Columbia

July 18-25, 2026

Join FASO on an unforgettable trip to the Pacific Northwest, with trip highlights including deluxe lodging, fine cuisine, world class music and spectacular natural scenery!

  • Private tour of Dale Chihuly’s fabulous Museum of Glass
  • Private tour of Seattle’s Asian Art Museum
  • Seattle Chamber Orchestra Summer Festival
    Breathtaking Snoqualmie Falls, Mt. Baker and Mt. Rainier
  • Unforgettable Ferry Ride past Washington’s San Juan Islands, through Juan de Fuca Strait (maybe we will even see orcas!)
  • High Tea at the Fairmont Empress, Victoria
  • Beautiful Butchart Gardens
    Jazz at Pioneer Square

Stay at two iconic luxury hotels – Fairmont Olympic, Seattle and Fairmont Empress, Victoria.

View the trip brochure and register by clicking here.

Details

This trip raises funds to support the ASO and ASA. For more information, please visit TheGrandTour.com

Dates: July 18-26, 2026

Eligibility: Open to FASO members and non-members
Capacity: 25
Cost: $5975*
Single Supplement: $1575
*This cost includes a $650 donation FASO, which is applied to FASO’s support of the ASO and ASA.
Deposit: $1,000 per person first come, first served.
Balance Deadline: Friday, May 15, 2026. After that date, call Grand Tours for availability.
Reservations: Register online at The Grand Tour website:

ONLINE:
People who wish to register online for the FASO Pacific Northwest and British Columbia tour should:
  1. Follow this link to the FASO page on the TGT website: https://thegrandtour.com/patron-tour/faso-pacific-northwest-british-columbia/
  2. Enter the code 12345 in the box to the right to access the full itinerary and PDF reg form
  3. Download and fill out the PDF registration form and save it to your computer with your name in the title (e.g., FASO registration–Paula Abernethy)
  4. Email the completed form to info@thegrandtour.com
  5. Submit your deposit payment on the same Travel Portal Page

MAIL:

Send registration form with check or credit card information for the deposit amount to:
FASO Seattle & Victoria Tour
The Grand Tour
PO Box 274
Peterborough, NH 03458.

Register or Contact: Grand Tours 800-727-2995, info@thegrandtour.com or The GrandTour.com

The Seattle & Victoria tour is an exclusive presentation by FASO Travel Program, and is organized by THE GRAND TOUR Travel Company, Peterborough, New Hampshire.

 

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