Patrons Society

dinner 2014

About the Patrons Society

The Patrons Society is a group of individuals, foundations, and corporations who provide annual support of $2,500 or more to the Vanderbilt University Blair School of Music. Support from Patrons Society members affirms the importance of quality music education and performance for young children, college students, and adult learners. Donor society membership runs from July 1 to June 30. To find out more about the Vanderbilt Blair Patrons Society,  email the Vanderbilt Blair Development office or call (615) 322-7650.

Recognition Levels

  • Young Alumni Member*: $1,000
  • Member: $2,500-$4,999
  • Benefactor: $5,000-$9,999
  • Dean's List: $10,000-$24,999
  • Cornelius Vanderbilt Circle: $25,000 or above

*available to recent graduates who have received a Vanderbilt degree within the last 10 years

Patrons Society members enjoy the following courtesies throughout the year: 

  • Exclusive invitations to donor events, behind-the-scenes rehearsals and lectures featuring Vanderbilt Blair faculty and students
  • Invitations to special post-concert receptions as they arise
  • A subscription to the monthly QuarterNotes e-newsletter and our annual Crescendo publication