Annual Giving

Contributions to the Music Academy of the West's annual fund enable the Academy to fulfill its mission of training the next generation of great classical musicians.

Annual fund contributors enjoy a host of unique opportunities, including invitations to attend on-campus vocal auditions with Marilyn Horne and behind-the-scenes rehearsals, and access to the exclusive Intermission Lounge at all Lobero performances.

Donor Benefits

Listed below are the exciting benefits we extend to our valued annual fund donors. Benefits and memberships are valid for one year from the date of your last gift. If you would like further information on how to support the Academy's annual fund or would like to make a gift, please contact Sheri Broedlow, Director of Annual Giving, at 805.695.7916 or .

2008 Summer Council Events

A private screening of the entertaining 1978 Robert Altman-directed comedy A Wedding, followed by a brief conversation with a special guest.
Grammy Award-winning composer William Bolcom and his wife, Joan Morris, perform their renowned cabaret act, "Bolcom and Morris," for Music Academy Council members.

Festival of Friends

Academy Fan, $1-$99

Program Book acknowledgment
Bi-annual Music Academy newsletter

Orchestra Member, $100-$249

All of the above, plus:

Opportunity to purchase tickets before the general public

Principal Chair, $250-$499

All of the above, plus:

Invitation to attend a closed-door Festival Orchestra working rehearsal
Complimentary 60th Anniversary CD featuring select musical performances from the 2007 Summer School and Festival - Limited Edition!

Concertmaster, $500-$999

All of the above, plus:

Invitation to a private masterclass and reception
Two complimentary passes to the Academy's Intermission Lounge, a champagne reception hosted during intermission at all evening Lobero performances

Soloist, $1,000-$1,499

All of the above, plus:

Invitation to attend the Academy's on-campus vocal auditions with Marilyn Horne and selected faculty

Conductor, $1,500-$2,499

All of the above, plus:

Unlimited access to the Academy's Intermission Lounge, a champagne reception hosted during intermission at all evening Lobero performances
Invitation to one Council-exclusive event

Council of Contributors, $2500+

All of the above, plus:

Personalized donor concierge service throughout the year
Invitation to attend the Academy's annual Council Brunch and Season Preview
Invitation to participate in the Compeer Program
Invitation to join the Academy's Travel Program
Year-round calendar of exclusive Council events, including private performances

Presenting Patron, $5,000-$9,999

All of the above, plus:

Masterclass dedicated to you or an honoree of your choice
Co-sponsor a Fellow's scholarship

Scholarship Patron, $10,000-$14,999

All of the above, plus:

Sponsor and name a full scholarship in the department of your choice
Picnic Concert or Lobero performance dedicated to you or an honoree of your choice

President's Circle, $15,000-$24,999

All of the above, plus:

Faculty sponsorship opportunities
Exclusive invitation to attend In-Home Series recitals and chamber performances hosted throughout the year at the President's home

Leadership Circle, $25,000-$49,999

All of the above, plus:

Faculty, visiting artist, and subscription series sponsorship opportunities
Reserved seating at all general admission events, both on and off campus
Reserved parking at all on- and off-campus events

Visionary, $50,000-$99,999

All of the above, plus:

Select faculty, visiting artist, and subscription series sponsorship opportunities

Impresario, $100,000-$199,999

All of the above, plus:

Premier faculty, visiting artist, and subscription series sponsorship opportunities

Company Sponsor, $200,000+

All of the above, plus:

Year-round recognition as a Music Academy of the West Company Sponsor