Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra gala set for March 3

For music lovers, one of the biggest fundraisers of the year is set for March 3 and it will benefit the Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra.

The Mardi Gras-themed gala will be held at the Epic Jet Center, 1105 Douglas Street, and will feature a wide range of entertainment, food and prizes. If you’re interested in attending or sponsoring contact Liz Kresha at (661)323-7928 or [email protected].

On the Feb. 23 episode of “First Look with Scott Cox,” the Bakersfield’s Symphony Orchestra Directors Kari Heilman and Gayle Tape were in the studio to talk about the gala.

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