CAMPAIGN NEWS
August
 2015

A Note From
Alan Fletcher
Throughout the 2015 AMFS season we have been treated to masterful performances from returning Aspen favorites, international  d ébut  artists, and our own students and artist-faculty members.

  With our goals met to start construction on Phase II of the Bucksbaum Campus renovation in August, we turn our attention now to the  Where Dreams Begin Campaign's endowment goals. We ask for support from patrons and community members to keep our organization at the forefront of our field, to offer more competitive financial aid to potential students, and to honor our dedicated artist-faculty.

  I want to acknowledge our organization's dedicated staff members, who work hard all year to make these eight weeks happen. We recently achieved 100% Campaign participation from our year-round staff- a strong sign of dedication and commitment from a group that believes in the future of the AMFS.

  On a personal note, I want to thank AMFS Board Chair Bob Hurst and a score of generous friends and supporters for establishing an endowed scholarship in honor of my 10th season in Aspen. I am truly humbled by this honor. Thanks to all who participated.

  None of this would be possible without the vibrant donor community that supports our annual needs and is building a brighter future with the Where Dreams Begin  Campaign. 

  With sincere thanks,  
Alan Fletcher
President and CEO
How to Give
 to make a contribution today.

To discuss this opportunity further, please contact Alexander Brose, AMFS Vice President for Development, at (970) 205-5060, or [email protected].
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Looking Ahead to Phase II
With one final week of learning, teaching, and performing for the 2015 season, we are reminded that there is just one more week remaining of the Matthew and Carolyn Bucksbaum Campus in its current state! The day after the season finishes, AMFS staff move off campus and bulldozers and construction crews move in to begin the final phase of the capital construction.

During the winter season Shaw Construction will build a new rehearsal hall and a building with teaching studios and a large assembly space.  The historic Hardy Administration Building will be renovated to its 19th century style.

Now is the time to support the capital Campaign! Naming opportunities exist for both capital and endowment goals, and we are still seeking $2 million to finalize the capital portion of the campaign. All gifts are celebrated as we get closer to our goals and reach our dreams for the Aspen Music Festival and School. 
AMFS Board Chair Bob Hurst and Music Director Robert Spano present Alan Fletcher with the Alan Fletcher Endowed Scholarship to celebrate his tenth season as President and CEO
AMFS Board Chair Bob Hurst and Music Director Robert Spano surprised Alan Fletcher with the Alan Fletcher Endowed Scholarship to celebrate his tenth season as President and CEO.
People Give To People
As we transition to raising funds for our endowment, supporting the people and programs at the AMFS is a top priority. Since the start of this campaign, we have established 34 new named scholarships. Our goal is to secure over $20 million in funding specifically for student scholarships. Being able to offer student financial aid allows us to attract and retain the best young musicians.  Check out our latest video of donors s haring their  motivation to give and of students remarking on their time here at the AMFS thanks to generous support.
Announcing the John Rojak
Bass Trombone Scholarship
John Rojak, AMFS bass trombone artist-faculty celebrates his 25th year at the AMFS! 
To honor John Rojak's 25th anniversary as a member of our artist-faculty, some friends created the John Rojak Bass Trombone Scholarship.  We would love for you to join us in honoring John and supporting the AMFS initiative to increase student financial aid. Gifts of any amount, the payments for which may be made over five years, are greatly appreciated. Click here to make your gift and celebrate John's commitment to his students.
Sustain The Quality Of The Festival 

The Where Dreams Begin Campaign includes a $40 million endowment goal to preserve the life-changing learning opportunities for our students year after year. The student experience is unparalleled and we hope you'll join us in supporting students with a gift to the endowment. Giving opportunities include:


 Student Financial Aid

To attract and retain the most talented students, we need to offer competitive financial aid packages. Gifts can be made to current scholarships, or new funds can be established in your name.

  • Named full scholarships (tuition, room, and board) - $150,000
  • Named tuition scholarships (merit-based financial aid) - $75,000
  • Or contact Barbara Lish to learn about how you can donate at any level to already established scholarships

Faculty Support

The strength of our artist-faculty is the top reason why most students come to our summer Festival. We wish to celebrate these magnificent individuals with Endowed Chair positions for either teaching or performing artists.

  • Aspen Festival Orchestra Chair - $500,000
  • Aspen Chamber Symphony Chair - $500,000
  • Performing or Teaching Chair Positions - $500,000
  • Full scholarship named in honor of artist-faculty - $150,000
  • Support of an existing financial aid fund named
    for legendary artist-faculty members - any amount

Harris Concert Hall 20th Anniversary Fund 

Joan Harris and the Irving Harris Foundation have a $1 million matching grant supporting, in perpetuity, continued improvement of the performance quality and comfort of Harris Concert Hall, as well as endowing a fund in support of the Winter Music series in Aspen. Help us match their grant and preserve this iconic performance hall!

  • Named in perpetuity as a Winter Music supporter - $50,000
  • Name a seat in the Harris Concert Hall - $10,000
  • Listing on the donor plaque in Harris Concert Hall - $5,000
Recent Supporters
The Aspen Music Festival and School is thankful for all supporters of the 
Where Dreams Begin  Campaign for the development of the Bucksbaum Campus, additional student scholarships, the expansion of artist-faculty support, and the ability to pursue transformative artistic experiences.
 
Special thanks to our recent supporters of the 
Where Dreams Begin  Campaign:
 
AMFS Music Committee
Ruth Asin
Thomas H. Baer
Joe Bacci
Joan Balter
Mrs. Mercedes T. Bass
Barbara and Bruce Berger
Bishop Family Foundation
Gail Block and Elias Davis
Martin and Beate Block
Louis and Angela Bremer
Anne Brevig
Sam Brown and Alison Teal
Kay Bucksbaum
Elaine and Harris Cahn
Thomas Capachietti
Gary Capetandes
Pamela M. Cunningham
George Curran
Nat and Catherine Dickey
Elaine Douvas and Robert Sirinek
Nadia and Stephen Drimmer
Antonia DuBrul
Maryann and Paul Eachus
Margaret and Jerrold Eberhardt
Marcy and Leo Edelstein
Stefan Edlis and Gael Neeson
Gail and Alfred Engelberg
Eskin Family Foundation
Michael Fain and Judith Barnard
Alan Fletcher and Ron Schiller
Jane and Bill Frazer
Ann and Tom Friedman
Jessica and John Fullerton
Jan and Ronald Greenberg
Mark Harrison and Eileen Fish
Bunny and John Harrison
Sue and Bob Helm, in honor of the Hardy's and the Bucksbaum's
Linda Vitti and Clancy Joe Herbst
Ann and Ed Hudson
Cathy and Walter Isaacson
Lawrence Isaacson
James Kalaitzis
Linda B. and Eugene Kalnitsky
Gerri Karetsky and Larry Naughton
Jane and Gerald Katcher
Sylvia Blau and Rabbi Samuel Kenner
Laura and David Kirk
Joan Fabry and Michael Klein
Ann and Tom Korologos
Barbara Koval
Estate of Harry Hill Lawson, Jr.
Jon and Barbara Lee
Ethel and Allen Levantin
Toby Devan Lewis
Robert Martin
Mona Look-Mazza and Tony Mazza
Joyce McGilvray
Nancy and Peter Meinig - Meinig Family Foundation
Mary and Kiefer Mendenhall
Michel Mercure
Lisa and Will Mesdag
Paula and Herbert R. Molner
Jay and Gloria Moskovitz
Judith Neisser
John and Airi Novacek
Janet and Tom O'Connor
Pat Papper
Fonda and Charles Paterson
Dana and Gene Powell
Allen and Kelli Questrom
Helen and Marc Rubenstein
Arlene and Chester Salomon
Danner and Arno Schefler
Lori Schiff
David and Judith Schiff
Elizabeth Schultze
Nancy and Phil Shalen
Jane and Larry Sherman
Harriet Silverman
Bill Stanley
Dr. and Mrs. C. Richard Stasney
Gillian and Robert Steel
Stern Family Foundation
Lubert and Andrea Stryer
Nadine Asin and Thomas van Straaten
Wall Family Foundation
Frances Wasoff
John B. Weaver
Todd Weinman
Marion and Don Weiss
Carrie and Joe Wells
Laura Werlin
Ann Ziff
Paula Paepcke Zurcher

T he above is a list of gifts received between March 4, 2015 and August 7, 2015.