Lake Superior Chamber Orchestra Names 2007 Officers.

DULUTH, Minn. -- Duluth resident Jill Kaiser has been named president of the Lake Superior Chamber Orchestra (LSCO) board of directors. Kaiser joined the LSCO board in 2002 and previously served as its vice president and secretary.

Kaiser holds degrees from the University of Minnesota and from the University of Wisconsin-Superior where she studied violin performance. She currently teaches violin in Duluth and is an eleven-year member of the Duluth-Superior Symphony Orchestra.

"Having just celebrated our 20th anniversary as a musical organization, I am truly honored to lead this wonderful organization," said Kaiser. "There is an amazingly rich and varied arts scene in Duluth, especially for a community of this size. LSCO is a dynamic part of that experience, and we are proud to provide residents and visitors to the Duluth area with an outstanding summer concert series."

Kaiser is a native of Minneapolis and has lived in Duluth for 26 years. Other officers for 2007 are Ann Gumpper, vice president; Keith Ball, treasurer; Linda Wiig, secretary; and Nancy Eaton, member-at-large. The general manager of LSCO is Colleen Daugherty.

Founded in 1987 by artistic director Warren Friesen, the Lake Superior Chamber Orchestra has earned a reputation for artistic excellence and innovation by serving up an eclectic mix of classical, contemporary, jazz, and multi-media music. In 2005 LSCO received the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) award for Adventurous Programming. Friesen continues to lead the ensemble.

LSCO's mission is to enhance the quality of life in the region through professional chamber orchestra performances. LSCO also develops the local classical music audience by introducing classical music to people who are not frequent concert-goers. Its primary goal is to strengthen the musical infrastructure of this region by providing direct educational opportunities for young musicians as well as structuring an environment which encourages communication, exploration and mentoring. More information can be found at: www.lakesuperiorchamberorchestra.org or by calling 218-525-4076.