Donor Stories

Learn how others have made an impact through their acts of giving to our organization and others.

Sandy and Phil Seymour

Scholarships and Ice Cream in Santa Barbara
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John Chisholm

Music Academy alumnus gives back
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E. Howard Green

Opera fan leaves legacy for the Music Academy
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Irene Hymanson

"My dad meant so much to me and to others in the music communities of New York and California."
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Carol Kosterka

"I can't imagine a world without music."
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Georgia Lynn

"What a fulfilling experience!"
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Heidi August

"It is the gift that keeps on giving. I want to make sure that when I am no longer on the scene I am contributing to the culture. It is incumbent upon us to continue the legacy."
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Maurice Singer and Hyon Chough

"The music brings us such peace, tranquility, and excitement, and the friendships we've made both within the community and with the young musicians and artists has given us great joy and satisfaction."
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