BECOME AN ENCORE CIRCLE MEMBER
Join Bloomingdale School of Music’s Encore Circle and be part of a legacy panning 60 years of providing accessible, high-quality music education to the community.
Bloomingdale School of Music’s mission is to provide open access to high-quality music education to anyone who seeks it, regardless of economic status, ability level, ethnicity, or religious affiliation.
By joining the Encore Circle, you’ll play a pivotal role in sustaining this impactful work, ensuring we expand our reach, develop innovative programs, and strengthen resources, making high quality music education accessible to all.
Your contribution ensures music remains a powerful force for positive change in our community.
BECOME AN ENCORE CIRCLE MEMBER
Join Bloomingdale School of Music’s Encore Circle and be part of a legacy panning 60 years of providing accessible, high-quality music education to the community.
Bloomingdale School of Music’s mission is to provide open access to high-quality music education to anyone who seeks it, regardless of economic status, ability level, ethnicity, or religious affiliation.
By joining the Encore Circle, you’ll play a pivotal role in sustaining this impactful work, ensuring we expand our reach, develop innovative programs, and strengthen resources, making high quality music education accessible to all.
Your contribution ensures music remains a powerful force for positive change in our community.
· ENCORE CIRCLE TIERS ·
Select any tier below to learn more.
• Quarterly Updates: Receive quarterly updates on the impact of your support and the progress of BSM programs.
• Newsletter Subscription: Receive a BSM newsletter with updates on performances, events, and student achievements.
• Recognition on Website: Be recognized on BSM’s website as an Ensemble Level supporter or above.
• Members Only Event: You will receive an invitation to a Members Only event celebrating the collective impact of our major donors.
• Quarterly Updates: Receive quarterly updates on the impact of your support and the progress of BSM programs.
• Newsletter Subscription: Receive a BSM newsletter with updates on performances, events, and student achievements.
• Recognition on Website: Be recognized on BSM’s website as an Ensemble Level supporter or above.
• Members Only Event: You will receive an invitation to a Members Only event celebrating the collective impact of our major donors.
• Listing in the program: Be recognized in BSM’s event program as a Duet Level supporter or above.
• Quarterly Updates: Receive quarterly updates on the impact of your support and the progress of BSM programs.
• Newsletter Subscription: Receive a BSM newsletter with updates on performances, events, and student achievements.
• Recognition on Website: Be recognized on BSM’s website as an Ensemble Level supporter or above.
• Members Only Event: You will receive an invitation to a Members Only event celebrating the collective impact of our major donors.
• Personalized Musical Gift: Receive a customized musical gift or keepsake to commemorate your generous support.
• Quarterly Updates: Receive quarterly updates on the impact of your support and the progress of BSM programs.
• Newsletter Subscription: Receive a BSM newsletter with updates on performances, events, and student achievements.
• Recognition on Website: Be recognized on BSM’s website as an Ensemble Level supporter or above.
• Members Only Event: You will receive an invitation to a Members Only event celebrating the collective impact of our major donors.
• Highlight In The Foyer: Have your name engraved on a brick displayed in the entryway of the Bloomingdale Brownstone.
• Quarterly Updates: Receive quarterly updates on the impact of your support and the progress of BSM programs.
• Newsletter Subscription: Receive a BSM newsletter with updates on performances, events, and student achievements.
• Recognition on Website: Be recognized on BSM’s website as an Ensemble Level supporter or above.
• Members Only Event: You will receive an invitation to a Members Only event celebrating the collective impact of our major donors.
• Room Naming Opportunities: For the next 10 years, you can name a music studio at Bloomingdale School of Music, leaving a lasting legacy in the institution’s heart.
· THE WAYS AND WHYs YOU WANT TO SUPPORT ·
STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID
Contribute towards providing financial aid to over 120 families each semester, supporting students with demonstrated need.
BLOOMINGDALE'S ANNUAL SPRING BENEFIT
Sponsor Bloomingdale’s Annual Spring Benefit, a prestigious event raising scholarship funds for financial aid students. Opportunities include journal advertisements and event sponsorships, starting at $750.
PERFORMATHON: STUDENT FUNDRAISER
Support Bloomingdale’s annual spring Performathon, featuring hundreds of student performances to raise funds for financial aid. Join the entire Bloomingdale community in this impactful event, sponsor level starting at $500.
A4TY: STUDENT COMPOSING PROJECT
Sponsor the Student Composing Project, Album for the Young (A4TY) where Bloomingdale students and faculty collaborate on new compositions, culminating in a concert at Symphony Space. Impact over 250 attendees annually, sponsor level starting at $500.
ENSEMBLE CONCERTS
Sponsor ensemble concerts featuring BSM’s three orchestras, showcasing the talent of students, faculty, and soloists. Attendees include 200 music enthusiasts yearly. The sponsor level starts at $500, and the host concert and reception cost $2,500.
FESTIVALS
Sponsor Bloomingdale’s Guitar, Vocal, Jazz, and Percussion festivals, featuring performances, masterclasses, and guest artists celebrating diverse musical genres. Impact an audience of about 250 attendees annually. Sponsor level starting at $500.
FREE FACULTY CONCERT SERIES
Support Bloomingdale’s acclaimed faculty in free public concerts, from early music to contemporary pieces. Enjoy performances attended by about 1,000 music lovers each year. Sponsorship levels start at $500, and hosting a reception starts at $2,500.
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
Provide general support towards Bloomingdale’s day-to-day operations, ensuring the fulfillment of its mission. Sponsorship opportunities are available for various needs.
· LIST OF CURRENT MEMBERS BY TIER ·
ORCHESTRA PLAYERS
Alison Nowak and Robert Cane
Arthur and Barbara Michaels
Béla and Alice Szigethy
Burton Kassell
John Sanchez and Christina Callas
Ken and Lenore Michaels
Michael Miller and Sarah Paul
Paul and Pamela Ness
Sherry Glied and Richard Briffault
CHAMBER PLAYERS
Aimee Telsey and Rich Friesner
Andrea Gural and Ram Avrahami
Catherine McKenzie
Elizabeth Lang
Hannah Hart
Jake Cinti
Jeannine Rivet
Joe Mangrum
Kristin Booth Glen
Margaret Williams
Patrice Jean and Darren Collins
Robert Seligsohn
Ruth Levine
QUARTET PLAYERS
Anthony and Fenney Kuo Addesso
Antonia Grumbach
Ben Seligsohn
Fred Bancroft
Jerry Phelps, Jr.
Jing Yu Zhang
Seth Slade
Antonia Grumbach
Ben Seligsohn
Fred Bancroft
Jerry Phelps, Jr.
Jing Yu Zhang
Seth Slade
DUET PLAYERS
Casey S. Lipscomb
Claud Millman
David Pozen and Jessica Bulman-Pozen
Jeff Nichols and Anne Stone
Juliet and Chris Kwan
Mary Hawkins Sachs
Randal Rosman
Raymond DiPrinzio and Lisa Garson
Susan M. Sipprelle
ENSEMBLE PLAYERS
Andrew and Charlotte Clarke
Andrew Young
Angela Garcia
BJ and Bob Adler
David B. Freudenthal
Dorothy and Neal Friedberg
Elisa Barnes
Georgia and Nathaniel Keohane
Harry M. Johnson III
Judith Burger
Karen Rubinson and Elliot Evans
Kyle Clayton and Judith Scott-Clayton
Lauren Glant
Mike and Patt Laas
Nancy Schawaroch
Peter Saraf
Richard A. A. Brown
Robert S. Butler
Ruth Graver and Michael Grunebaum
Sabrina and Denivaldo DaSilva
Sandra Farber
Scott Sprinzen
Susan Eides
Susan Roth and Matt Cohen
Suzy Stein
JOIN BLOOMINGDALE'S ENCORE CIRCLE TODAY!
For more information or questions about joining the Encore Circle, email Justin Duckworth at jduckworth@bsmny.org or use the buttons below.
