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Music Note Gala

Music Note Gala

Friday, July 11  â€¢  5–9:30 PM
Montecito Club, Upper Lawn

Celebrate and support music education at the annual Music Note Gala, where community leaders and music enthusiasts unite for an unforgettable evening of elegance and inspiration.

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Chris Thile

Featuring special performances by Grammy Award-winning mandolinist Chris Thile in collaboration with the Academy Gala Orchestra and members of Sing!, conducted by Daniela Candillari.

The Gala is an essential source of funding for the Academy’s Summer Music Festival & School where internationally acclaimed artists and rising young talent come together in nearly 120 events, including concerts, masterclasses, and competitions.

By attending the Gala, you directly contribute to full scholarships for these young musicians, our free Sing! choral program for local children, and creation of community and family-focused concerts and experiences.

CONCERT PROGRAM

Chris Thile mandolin
Daniela Candillari conductor
Academy Gala Orchestra

J.S. BACH “Allegro” from Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor
Angeles Hoyos violin fellow 

CAROLINE SHAW And So

PUNCH BROTHERS Julep and My Oh My
Sing! children’s choir

Event Schedule

5 pm

Cocktails and Appetizers

6:30 pm

Seated Dinner and Performance on the Upper Lawn

8 pm

Silent Auction, Paddle Raise & Raffle Drawing

9 pm

Coffee and Desserts

Cocktail attire. Black & white is encouraged.

Tickets

Individual Tickets – $1,000

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Raffle

Try your luck in our exciting raffle! Tickets can be purchased at the Carsey Ticket Office (open 10 am – 5 pm M-F) or at select evening concerts in front of Hahn Hall. You don’t need to be present to win; we’ll draw the winning tickets on the evening of the Music Note Gala.

Explore with Ease

Experience the joy of electric biking with a Trek electric bike, offering eco-friendly transportation for effortless riding and an extended range for exploring scenic landscapes.

Donated by Leslie & Mac Bains

A unique piece of wearable art!

This one-of-a-kind necklace by Montecito jeweler Daniel Gibbings features lustrous Japanese freshwater pearls and handcrafted 24k gold beads.

Donated by Setenay Osman

Indulge in Ojai Luxury

Experience the ultimate in relaxation with a $3,000 gift card to Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, where you can relax at the award-winning Spa Ojai, savor exquisite dining, and play golf on the championship course.

Donated by Irene Hymanson

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Silent Auction

Our exclusive Silent Auction opens features an array of unique experiences and luxury items. Don’t miss your chance to bid and support the Music Academy! The auction officially closes on Monday, July 14, at 11:55 PM PDT, following the Music Note Gala.

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Sponsors

MacElhenny & Wine Families
Mary Lynn & Warren Staley
Stephanie & Fred Shuman
Wood-Claeyssens Foundation

Leslie & Harrison Bains
Kandy Luria/ Luria Budgor Family Foundation
Shirley & Seymour Lehrer
Susan Lichtenstein & John Rokacz
Jean Rogers
Hyon Chough & Maurice Singer
Solomon Hills
Pamela & Russ Strobel
Todd Yancey & David Denniston

Bartlett, Pringle & Wolf LLP
Jill & John Bishop
Brownstein Farber Hyatt Schreck
Linda Stafford Burrows
Bettina Buss & Oliver Jakob
Susie & Ted Cronin
Casa Dorinda
Mally Chakola & Casey Kallenbach
Dan Dokos & Bryan Graybill
Amahl Drake
Kathleen & Jerry Eberhardt
Francis Family Foundation
Todd Gerber & David Sambrano
Kerrilee & Martin Gore
Belle Hahn
Lily Hahn Shining & Stewart Shining
Michelle Joanou
Jones & Associates
Diana Katsenes
Maxine Makover
Montecito Bank & Trust
Dorris & Patrick Nielson
Pauline Paulin
Danner & Arno Schefler
Schipper Construction
Kathy Scroggs & Lawrence Wallin
Mary Ta
Maureen & Joost Thesseling
Anne Towbes
Patricia & Dave Wadors
Pat Yzurdiaga
Sadie Decker
Rachel Fine

Gala Committee

Co-Chairs

Mally Chakola
Casey Kallenbach

Honorary Members

Mindy Budgor
Connie Fickel
Belle Hahn
Lily Hahn Shining
Mary Ta

Members

Anne Towbes
Susannah Osley
Todd Gerber
Arlene Sommer Kolodziejski
Todd Yancey
Leslie Bains
Stephanie Shuman
Rebecca Damavandi
Kathleen Eberhardt
Danner Schefler

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