\PRESS RELEASE (MUSIC/OCEAN COUNTY, NJ)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  September 15, 2004
CONTACT:   Darlene A. Dreyer, Executive Director, 732.451.0064
 
The Garden State Philharmonic Welcomes New Team Member
Brick/Toms River, Ocean County, NJ -
 
"The Garden State Philharmonic is pleased to announce the appointment of Susan M. Stukane as
 its new Customer Service and Marketing Administrative Assistant," announced Darlene A. 
Dreyer, Executive Director. 
 
Ms. Stukane, a California native, has resided in New Jersey for 14 years.  A former Asset 
Manager for a large banking institution, and more recently working in the Marketing 
Department of the Count Basie Theatre, Stukane is involved in community affairs in her town 
and is an active volunteer in Monmouth County.  "I'm impressed with the Philharmonic's 
professionalism and their mission to bring the arts to the people of New Jersey," states Ms.
 Stukane.  "Joining this organization provides me with the best of both worlds - an 
opportunity to combine my business acumen with my love of the arts.  I am anxious to begin 
meeting with our patrons and the community at large to create a greater awareness of the 
wonderful programs being offered by the Philharmonic and the dynamic future that is ahead of
 us. "
 
Together with Executive Director Darlene A. Dreyer, and Artistic Director and Conductor 
Anthony LaGruth, Stukane is excited to begin promoting the Garden State Philharmonic's 49th 
"Five-Star Season", a Season of Fifths which will begin with the presentation of Beethoven's
 Fifth on October 30, 2004 at the Strand Theater.  The Philharmonic will also be celebrating
 a special anniversary this year - Artistic Director & Conductor Anthony La Gruth's 5th 
anniversary with the Philharmonic.  In addition, a Holiday Pops Spectacular will be held 
December 19, 2004 at Ocean County College Fine Arts Center. 
 
Subscription series passes for the upcoming season, as well as tickets for individual 
events, are on sale now.  For more information about programming, tickets and ConcertRide, 
the FREE transportation program available to seniors and persons with disabilities, call the
 Philharmonic office at 732.451.0064, e-mail gspmusic@earthlink.net, or visit the office at 
150 Brick Boulevard, in Brick.