The Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra (LACO) held its annual fundraiser “La Vie En Rose: An Evening in Paris” on Feb. 13 at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel. The gala raised $475,000 for LACO’s artistic and education activities. Pictured are gala co-chairs Sandy and Pat Gage, honoree K. Eugene Shutler and LACO executive director Scott Harrison. Shutler, a philanthropist and LACO Board chairman, was honored for his dedication to the arts and civic engagement. More than 300 guests attended the gala celebrating French music, culture and cuisine. Guests were transported to the City of Lights with a concert, auctions and dining, as well as can-can dancers. For information, visit www.laco.org.

(photo by Jamie Pham)