It is the mission of American Friends (AFIPO) to secure the financial future of the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra (IPO) so that it may continue to travel throughout the world bringing its message of peace and cultural understanding through music. AFIPO supports the Orchestra's international touring program, educational projects, a wide array of musical activities in Israel and an endowment fund to further ensure the IPO's future. The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra is under the esteemed leadership of Music Director, Zubin Mehta.

AFIPO seeks to broaden its commitment to the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra while at the same time enlarging the Orchestra’s endowment. Funds raised by AFIPO help the Orchestra initiate and strengthen existing programs, and maintain its high standard of musical excellence without placing a financial burden on the IPO’s budget or compromising its long-term stability. Contributions help to underwrite the IPO’s international tours, expand and enhance the Orchestra’s musical programs for Israeli youth, purchase valuable instruments to enrich the sound of the Orchestra, and preserve the Orchestra’s history through archival projects.

Board of Directors

East Coast Chairmen's Council

Midwest Chairmen's Council

West Coast Chairmen's Council

IPO Ambassador Society

Associates Young Forum (2009-2010)

Staff

The Associates Program of the American Friends of the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra (AFIPO) is one of New York’s best kept secrets. Comprised of young professionals, between the ages of 21 and 40, who share an appreciation for classical music and an interest in philanthropic support of Israel, the Associates hold several exclusive musical and social events throughout the year.

The Young Forum is the Associates membership program. Through the involvement of the Young Forum, we are building an even more successful Associates Program that will continue to offer quality musical, educational and social events. Benefits include invitations to members-only events as well as reduced and priority ticketing.

Committee participation is the driving force of our Associates program. Check out our committees – from Membership, Strategic Planning, and Social Media to Musical and Social Programs – and learn how you can channel your interests and expertise to help secure the future generation of Israel Philharmonic Orchestra supporters.

The Young Forum Membership levels are detailed below:

Membership Circle $100/person (100% tax-deductible)

* Invitation to Young Forum Kickoff Event in the Fall
* Reduced price tickets for music appreciation events
* Priority ticketing for all events
* Invitation to Gala Kickoff when a $350 or $600 ticket is purchased
* Opportunity to participate on committees
* Listing on all Associates invitations and stationery

Virtuoso Circle $400/person or $700/couple (tax-deductible portion is $300/$500)

All benefits of the Membership Circle, plus:

* Ticket(s) to all Associates events, excluding the Gala
* Priority seating and invitation to Gala Kickoff when Gala Ticket is purchased

Maestro Circle $1,000/person or $1,800/couple (tax-deductible portion is $700/$1,200)

All benefits of the Virtuoso Circle, plus:

* Ticket(s) to the annual Associates New York Gala Concert and Dinner (preferred seating)
* Invitation to Gala Kickoff

If you decide you are not able to join at this time, you will still be able to participate in Associates events throughout the year.

2009-2010 CALENDAR OF EVENTS:

Wednesday, October 14, 2009 - Young Forum Kickoff
Start the Associates Season with a cocktail reception exclusively for Young Forum members.
Click here to check out coverage of AFIPO’s 2008 Young Forum Kick-off in New York Social Diary.

November 2009 - Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel
Enormously popular musical event with an educational twist.
Click here to learn more about Keyboard Conversations.

Monday, December 14, 2009 - AFIPO Annual Gala
The IPO returns to New York with a concert and reception at Alice Tully Hall.
Click here for a recap of this event.

March 24, 2010 - Mozart & Martinis
Annual benefit and auction in support of the IPO’s educational programs
Click here for more information on this event.

April 12, 2010 – Private Musicale
Featuring Yossi Arnheim, IPO Principal Flute and Irit Rub, pianist and Director of IPO's KeyNote Education Program

July 2010 - Summer in the City
Special summer social event, benefiting the IPO’s Ticket Subsidy Program that affords Israeli students access to discount concert tickets

This is just a sampling of the events planned for the upcoming season.
Stay tuned for more information as it becomes available!

If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact Lisa Snyder at
(212) 697-2949 or assoc@afipo.org.

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