Leadership Gifts
There are many opportunities to make Leadership Gifts of $50,000 or more in support of the Chamber Music Society’s programs or special initiatives. Donors at this level enjoy privileges designed to suit their personal needs and interests, receive appropriate recognition in the CMS Playbill and also enjoy many ongoing benefits of the CMS Patron Program, listed below.
MUSICAL EVENINGS IN PRIVATE HOMES – Receive an invitation to a private home for a performance by CMS artists and a lively buffet reception. These intimate evenings provide the ideal setting for chamber music.
POST-CONCERT RECEPTIONS WITH ARTISTS – Mingle with the evening’s artists, CMS Board members, and fellow Patrons at receptions in private homes after selected performances.
PRIORITY TICKET HANDLING AND SPECIAL TICKET OFFERS – Call the exclusive Patron Line at 212-875-5780 for personalized attention for single ticket requests and last-minute exchanges. Occasional special ticket offers will broaden your involvement and provide opportunities to introduce friends to CMS.
INVITATION TO THE BRANDENBURG HOLIDAY PARTY – Celebrate the season with CMS artists, Board members, and Patrons at our annual holiday reception after the performance
of J.S. Bach’s complete Brandenburg Concertos on Sunday, December 16, 2007.
EX LIBRIS – Receive a CD recording and book from the library of Artistic Directors David Finckel and Wu Han, selected at the close of each season.
OPEN REHEARSALS – Glimpse behind the scenes at working rehearsals as our artists prepare for performance. Over the course of the season, Silver Patrons have access to six rehearsals in the Rose Studio, followed by informal receptions with the artists.
RECOGNITION – Receive acknowledgment in the CMS Playbill throughout the season.
SEASON PREVIEW WITH THE ARTISTIC DIRECTORS – Hear Artistic Directors David Finckel and Wu Han reveal their plans for the 2008–2009 CMS season at a private event prior to the public announcement. Enjoy cocktails and conversation following this fascinating preview of the programs to come.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT PLAQUE – Your gift will be recognized on a special donor plaque outside the Daniel and Joanna S. Rose Studio.
CMS ACROSS THE COUNTRY – There’s no need to miss CMS performances just because you’re traveling! Let our staff know when you will be in CMS Tour cities, and we will be happy to arrange for complimentary tickets. View our touring schedule at here.
PRIVATE ROSE STUDIO DINNERS – Get to know CMS Board members, artists, and fellow Platinum Patrons over dinner in the Rose Studio in conjunction with a CMS performance.
USE OF THE ROSETTE ROOM – Use this private space in the Samuel B. and David Rose Building to host a function for your business associates, clients or friends (to be arranged through CMS staff, subject to availability). Please call 212-875-5782.
A COACHING SESSION – Work with one of the artists of CMS in a private, professional coaching session – a unique opportunity for amateur musicians (to be arranged for an additional fee through CMS staff). Please call 212-875-5782.
PRIVATE REHEARSALS – Arrange for access to select private rehearsals during the season. Make your request through CMS staff when your favorite artists or repertoire are featured.
For more information, Sharon Griffin, Director of Development at 212-875-5782 or sgriffin@ChamberMusicSociety.org
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