You have an opportunity to welcome an exciting new organization to the chamber music scene in Seattle. The Russian Chamber Music Foundation of Seattle was formed in 2007 as a non-profit corporation. Our mission is "to bring the best of Russian music to American audiences." The new organization is the brainchild of Dr. Natalya Ageyeva and represents a long-held vision of hers. Born in Moscow, with a passion for Russian culture and music, educated in Russia and the United States, all in addition to being an accomplished performing artist. This background makes her the ideal choice for Artistic Director.

Seattle-area audiences can look forward to many outstanding concerts in the future. We made a decision to enter this market at the highest level. By next year, our goal is to present several programs per year. The model for our performances will be to invite accomplished artists from near and far and combine them into different ensembles to fit the program. The programs will be drawn primarily from the rich and wonderful heritage of Russian chamber music.

The three-person founding Board of Directors now has six members. The Artistic Advisory Board has a number of well-known musicians from the greater Seattle area. The inaugural concert on February 23, 2008 was the first of many. The Advisory Board will aid the Artistic Director to develop future programs and identify appropriate artists. The Board of Directors will oversee the management functions and generate the resources to support the growth of the Foundation. Non-profit 50l(c)(3) status has been confirmed so all donations are tax-deductible. We are confident that great music presented by great musicians in great venues such as Nordstrom Hall at Benaroya will generate a donor base that will solidify the organization and guarantee many exceptional events as well as expansion into other activities.

After the Foundation establishes a successful concert series, we plan to expand into other activities such as master classes, competitions, outreach programs in schools, CD releases, and tours (including Russia).