$35,984 raised by 102 donors
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$75,000 Goal
At Friends of Chamber Music, we believe in the transformative power of chamber music. Each concert is an unforgettable performance by world-renowned musicians in a first-class concert hall.
The musicians delivered such a magical performance. We knew we were in the presence of virtuosos. - New FCM Patron, 2024 Season
Why we need you
Our mission is to present vibrant chamber music that enriches our community. But income from ticket sales covers only a portion of production costs, and these costs continue to rise. We are mounting a fall campaign to help bridge the gap between ticket revenues and expenses. Your donation will allow us to continue to offer the finest chamber music performances in the Rocky Mountain region, including important community outreach necessary for building new audiences.
What your donation supports
Global talent: Each year we present some of the world’s finest chamber musicians, from the award-winning Danish String Quartet to the visionary pianist Jeremy Denk.
Expanding horizons: For 71 years FCM audiences have enjoyed the thrill of live chamber music, encountering new compositions, hidden gems, and beloved masterpieces.
Engaging the community: Each year we bring the beauty of chamber music to more than 3,000 Denver Public School students and present concerts at venues including the Clyfford Still Museum, the Denver Public Library, and the Denver Rescue Mission.
Commissioning New Works: Our new Commissioning Initiative has premiered three new works this season, adding fresh new pieces to the chamber music repertoire.
Join Us in Supporting the Future of Chamber Music
Whether you’re passionate about music education, expanding access to the arts, or supporting the next generation of musicians, your contribution makes a significant impact. And your contribution can go even further this season! Thanks to the generosity of our board of directors, all new and increased gifts will be matched, up to $10,000.
Together we can continue to provide world-class performances for generations to come!
The mission of Friends of Chamber Music is to present the finest chamber music performances to the Denver metropolitan area for the enrichment of diverse audiences; to introduce chamber music to new audiences; and to provide education and outreach programs for children and adults in the community.
In 1954, a group of musicians, music lovers, and business people created an organization devoted to presenting chamber music in the Denver area. Launching their first season in the Phipps Auditorium, Friends of Chamber Music (FCM) audiences grew quickly from 250 to sold-out crowds of 950. When the Phipps Auditorium was converted to an IMAX theater in 1981, FCM was challenged to find a suitable hall for performances, moving a number of times until landing at the Houston Fine Arts Center in 1988. In 2003 we were fortunate to move our series to the Gates Concert Hall at the University of Denver's Newman Center for the Performing Arts.
In 2005, with Chamber Series concerts sold-out by subscription, FCM added a three-concert Piano Series. This series has been very popular and has grown to nearly sold-out audiences today. Almost sixty-five years after its founding, Friends of Chamber Music is still committed to the artistic vitality of the larger Denver community, presenting chamber music concerts by the world's leading musicians. Concerts are creative and diverse, ranging from Baroque music performed on period instruments to contemporary works performed by artists at the cutting edge of musical expression.
While we are proud of our loyal audiences and financial stability, we are also cognizant of the overall decline in audiences for classical music. Thus, we remain committed to presenting music in Denver schools and increasing our adult educational outreach, including performances for underserved communities. Over the last five years, our educational outreach and audience development programs have grown significantly.
Organization name
Friends of Chamber Music
other names
FCM
1954
Tax id (EIN)
84-6039372
Category
Arts, Culture & Humanities
Organization Size
Medium Organization
Address
191 University Blvd #974Denver County, CO, US
Phone
303 388 9839
Other
303-388-9839