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Experience Transformation

Support the Music Academy of the West

The Music Academy of the West provides transformative educational and performance experiences for classically trained musicians and diverse audiences. We empower musicians to expand their talents, inspire one another, and pursue artistic innovation.  Your gift to the Annual Fund directly supports this mission, impacting programs like:

  • The renowned eight-week Summer Music Festival & School, training up to 150 fellows and presenting more than 120 performances, competitions, and a fully staged opera.
  • Sing!, our inspiring children’s choir, collaborating with local, national, and international partners.
  • The year-round Mariposa Concert Series, showcasing Academy-affiliated artists.

Invest in the future of classical music and explore our donor levels and benefits below.

Annual Fund Donor Levels & Benefits

Enjoy 12 months of exclusive benefits, starting on the date of your generous gift. 

Friends of the
Music Academy

Donations of $100 – $2,499
Select a Donation Level
  • Recognition in the annual donor listing in the Summer Festival Guidebook

Receive Contributor benefits plus:

  • Invitation to one (1) working rehearsal of the Academy Festival Orchestra

Receive Sustainer benefits plus:

  • Invitation to two (2) working rehearsals of the Academy Festival Orchestra

Vivace Donors

Annual Donations of $2,500 - $4,999
& Encore Society Members
Make a Donation

Receive Friends of the Music Academy benefits, plus:

  • Early access ticketing for all Music Academy hosted events (Mariposa Concert Series, Summer Festival) with access to concierge ticketing★
  • Early access to picnic table reservations for picnic-eligible performances during the Summer Festival
  • Studio priority for Compeer placement
  • Invitations to:
    • Summer Festival preview in Hahn Hall
    • Donor receptions in the Granada Theatre’s Founder’s Room prior to Academy Festival Orchestra performances
    • One (1) working rehearsal of the Academy Festival Orchestra at the Granada Theatre
    • A reception at the break during one (1) Summer Festival competition

★Early access ticketing determined by gift level; higher levels are given priority.   

Circle of Ambassadors

Donations of $5,000 and up
Select a Donation Level

Receive Vivace Donor level benefits, plus:

  • Summer Festival masterclass dedicated to you or an honoree of your choice
  • NEW  Voucher for two (2) tickets to one (1) masterclass of your choice
  • NEW 10% discount on Music Academy merchandise
  • NEW Invitations to specially curated concert experiences featuring Music Academy alums and/or teaching artists 

Receive Luminary Circle level benefits plus:

  • Opportunity to name a full scholarship for a Summer Festival fellow with priority selection of studio
  • Summer Festival series, concert, or recital dedicated to you or an honoree of your choice
  • NEW Voucher for four (4) tickets to one (1) masterclass of your choice
  • NEW Pre-concert and intermission access to the Miraflores Donor Lounge in Towbes Court (June 25, July 2, July 15, August 5)
  • Invitations to attend select salon recitals hosted by the Music Academy’s President & CEO Shauna Quill

Receive Scholarship Circle level benefits plus:

  • Invitations to attend all salon recitals hosted by the Music Academy’s President and CEO Shauna Quill
  • Reserved parking spot near Hahn Hall during the Summer Festival and at all Music Academy hosted events year-round
  • Academy Festival Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, or Opera performance dedicated to you or an honoree of your choice
  • Invitation to a special luncheon hosted by Music Academy President & CEO Shauna Quill

Receive President's Circle level benefits plus:

  • Sponsor a Summer Festival teaching artist or studio, with priority selection
  • Invitations to VIP events hosted by Music Academy President & CEO Shauna Quill
  • Catered picnic in the President’s Garden with teaching artists and fellows from your chosen studio