The Board of Directors, Artists, and staff of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center note with sorrow the passing of Betty Allen, an esteemed member of the Board from 1988 to 2007, when she was named Trustee Emerita. The Society gratefully acknowledges that it was Betty who created the Education Department of CMS, and served as Chairman for many years. Her devotion to establishing and promoting programs that would bring chamber music to schools in all five boroughs resulted in thousands of grade school children experiencing this great art, usually for the first time in their lives. Her determination to enrich the general understanding of chamber music brought about an extensive set of programs that have benefitted families, middle and high school students, and adults. Her unwavering energies and clear-sighted vision for a world infused with music guided and inspired everyone in our institution. She was also a frequent presence in our concert hall, and we will miss her deeply. We extend heartfelt sympathies to her husband Ritten Edward Lee II, and her children Anthony and Juliana.
Peter Frelinghuysen, Chairman
David Finckel and Wu Han, Artistic Directors
Norma Hurlburt, Executive Director
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