Friends of the Topeka Symphony
The Friends of the Symphony is the support group of the Symphony. They make things work behind the scenes from volunteering at concerts, supporting the Topeka Youth Orchestras, and everything in between.
The Friends of the symphony also holds the Annual Symphony Gala, a fundraiser for the Topeka Symphony Orchestra and a great time for everyone attending!

Friends of the Topeka Symphony
Board of Directors 2025-26
President, Barbara Duncan
1st Vice President, Brady Wagner
2nd Vice President, Brittany Osborne
Secretary, Sarah Dietz
Treasurer, Candace Williams
Board Members
Kristi Baker-Lampe
Evelyn Clark
Sophie Hisle
Sue Johnston
Katherine Gatschet
Ann Mah
Trina Riley
Valerie Thornburg
Trina Tyler
Marlene Urban
Honorary Lifetime Members
Thelma Fetter*
Doris Hedberg*
Edith Lessenden Chandler*
Betty Jo Marling*
Diana Osterhout*
Julie Reeves
Bette Tompkins*
Norma Pettijohn
* deceased