Annual Giving

By making a contribution to the Music Academy of the West's annual fund, you open a world of possibilities for the gifted young artists who come to train and perform at the Academy each year.

As a Music Academy donor, you also have the opportunity to expand the way you experience music. Attend behind-the-scenes rehearsals, the on-campus vocal auditions with Marilyn Horne, and many other exclusive, donor-only events and receptions not available to the general public.

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 gift. If you would like additional information on how to support the Academy's annual fund or would like to make a gift, please contact Jonathan Bishop, Director of Principal Gifts, at 805.695.7915 or .

2010 Summer Council-Exclusive Event

WARREN JONES & FRIENDS
To help celebrate his being named named Collaborative Pianist of the Year by Musical America, the Music Academy will present Warren Jones in this Council-exclusive recital featuring superstar tenor Anthony Dean Griffey. This very special evening will begin with a gala reception on Fé Bland Plaza followed by an exquisite private vocal recital in Hahn Hall showcasing the world-class talents of Warren and Mr. Griffey.

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 Festival and Met Opera simulcast tickets before the general public

Principal Chair, $250-$499

All of the above, plus:

Invitation to a closed-to-the-public Festival Orchestra working rehearsal in Hahn Hall
Season highlights CD featuring musical selections from the 2009 Summer School and Festival

Concertmaster, $500-$999

All of the above, plus:

Invitation to a private conversation, performance, and reception featuring an Academy guest conductor
Invitation to a private champagne reception before an Academy Festival Orchestra concert at The Granada – New

Soloist, $1,000-$1,499

All of the above, plus:

Invitation to the closed-to-the-public vocal auditions with Marilyn Horne and select faculty

Conductor, $1,500-$2,499

All of the above, plus:

Invitation to a closed-to-the-public Festival Orchestra working rehearsal at The Granada featuring a conversation with the Academy's vice president for Artistic Programs and Operations – New
Invitation to a private champagne reception before all Festival Orchestra concerts at The Granada – New

Council of Contributors, $2500+

All of the above, plus:

Personalized donor concierge service throughout the year
Priority ticketing and seating at all Academy performances
Year-round calendar of events, including the annual Council Reception & Festival Preview and the Council-exclusive performance and gala reception
Invitation to participate in the Compeer Program

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

All of the above, plus:

Masterclass dedicated to you or an honoree of your choice
Invitation to the Luminary Recital featuring winners of the 2009 Marilyn Horne Foundation Competition – New

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
Invitation to attend in-home recitals and chamber performances hosted 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 parking space at all on-campus Met: Live in HD and Summer Festival events
Complimentary valet parking at all Music Academy performance at the Lobero Theatre

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