Since 1931, The Music Institute of Chicago (MIC) has been providing high quality music education and performances to individuals of all ages and from all backgrounds, cultivating in thousands a lifelong engagement with and love for music. MIC’s annual Gala is the organization’s largest fundraising effort of the year with a goal to raise more than $850,000 to support:
need-based financial aid and scholarship offerings that will allow more students to embark on their musical journey regardless of their financial means;
tuition free community engagement and schools programming that transcend participation barriers; and,
neighborhood-based service activities that ensure an accessible and diverse learning experience for all Chicagoland residents.
Honoring:
Nancy and Scott Santi
2022 Cultural Visionary Award for Chicago
Hilary Hahn, Violinist
2022 Dushkin Award
Dr. Tanya L. Carey
2022 Richard D. Colburn Award for Teaching Excellence
Gala Leadership (in formation):
Honorary Chairs:
Peter Dushkin
Alexandra C. and John D. Nichols
Deborah Rutter
Co-Chairs:
Carlos R Cárdenas
Denitta and Hans Germann
Catherine M. and Frederick H. Waddell
Due to the recent increase of COVID-19 cases and to help stop the spread, all Gala Benefit attendees must show proof of vaccination (vaccination card or a photo of it on your phone.) Unvaccinated individuals must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within the last 72 hours. We appreciate your support as we navigate the best way to respect the safety of our guests and keep our entire community safe.
If possible, kindly consider check or wire transfer payments for gifts of $5,000+.
Please send payments to:
Music Institute of Chicago
ATTN: Lisa Brown
1702 Sherman Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201
For questions please call Lisa Brown at 847.448.8327
Event Contact: Jen Breslin
About Music Institute of Chicago
The Music Institute of Chicago leads people toward a lifelong engagement with music through unparalleled teaching, exceptional performances, and valuable service initiatives that educate, inspire, and build strong, healthy communities. Since its founding in 1931, the Music Institute’s commitment to innovation, access, and excellence has served as an important community resource and helps to ensure music is available to everyone. Each year, the Music Institute provides personalized music instruction to more than 1,500 students, regardless of age, level of experience, or financial means, across eight Community Music School locations in Chicago, Downers Grove, Evanston, Lake Forest, Lincolnshire, and Winnetka, as well as online. In addition, the Music Institute brings music education, arts curriculum integration, professional development, and music performance and engagement opportunities to thousands in the Chicago area; offers scholarship opportunities to students in its Community School and its Academy, a nationally recognized training center for highly gifted pre-college pianists and string players; and welcomes more than 15,000 visitors annually for performances, master classes, and special events at Nichols Concert Hall.
Learn more at https://www.musicinst.org/
