A Musical Bridges Around the World Membership Series
Five (5) exclusive Friday evenings with culinary and wine pairings featuring award-winning artists from around the globe.
Season 25 Schedule
IT AIN’T NECESSARILY SO! | 23 SEPTEMBER 2022
A renowned violinist and pianist/actor combine virtuosic performances, theatrical humor, and pop culture as the Italian-based group Duo Baldo. Prepare for a show that captivates and surprises!
THE BIG B’s | 28 OCTOBER 2022
The Janoska Ensemble perform their latest album featuring well-known classic masterpieces by composers such as Bach, Beethoven, Bartók, Bernstein and Brubeck, arranged in the unmistakable Janoska style beyond the bounds of virtuosity and wit.
JOY TO THE WORLD | 2 DECEMBER 2022
One of the most successful vocal groups in Germany, the Calmus Ensemble are shaped by the centuries-old tradition of great German boys’ choirs and present a perfect blend of sound, precision lightness.
FROM ITALY WITH LOVE | 24 MARCH 2023
Italian concert pianist and Gurwitz 2020 Bronze medalist and Audience Favorite Leonardo Colafelice returns with a stellar new virtuoso program of Franz Liszt compositions inspired by Italian opera masterpieces of Rossini, Bellini and Verdi.
EXPEDITION | 5 MAY 2023
Cellist Boris Andrianov and classical guitarist Dimitri Illarionov combine classical music and folk tunes in a musical expedition all over the world, inspired by innumerable and stimulating intercultural encounters and the desire to share the world’s vibrant diversity.
Membership Details
Membership Dues & Benefits | $5,000 Annually or $1,250 Quarterly
Membership for Two (2) individuals to Five (5) exclusive Impresario Club Friday evenings with culinary pairings and award-winning artists from around the globe at the historic Roosevelt Library, which includes:
- Champagne & Hors d’oeuvre Welcome Reception
- Seated Supper Provided by Celebrity Chef
- Sommelier-paired Wines
- Life of an Artist Interview
- Intimate Performance by Acclaimed MBAW Artists
- Gourmet Coffee, Dessert & Digestifs
- Autographed CD from Select Artists
- Inclusion in MBAW’s Print & Virtual Program Book
- Impresario Club Signature Lapel Pin
General Policies
This exclusive series has limited capacity. Please contact Erika Hicks, Development Director, at erika@mbaw.org or 210.464.1534 ext. 7 to check availability.
- Membership Term: Memberships are valid for 365 days (1 year) from the day of your donation. Pending availability, one can join at any time during the year.
- Guest Policy: You may schedule one-time guests with a donation of $500 per guest. Please contact Erika Hicks to check availability.
- Cancellation Policy: If you RSVP to attend but must cancel for any reason, please notify Erika Hicks at your earliest convenience as supper seating is assigned and limited. (Email: erika@mbaw.org, Phone: 210.464.1534 ext. 7)
How Your Membership Impacts the Community
Your paid membership also supports MBAW’s mission of global arts for all with free community programs such as:
- Musical Sprouts – Educational, arts-infused program where students explore different countries and diverse cultures while learning social emotional skills, core classroom subjects, and experience the arts through live or virtual concerts. Reaching schoolkids in normal, Title-1, and charter schools, homeschoolers, and transitional living centers.
- Golden Age – Concert series in senior living communities and centers throughout Bexar County. This program frees residents of any logistical/financial challenges concerning transportation or ticketing fees.
