$20 Million Gift Helps Music Academy of the West Acquire Property to Launch Music Education Center
By David SalazarMusic Academy of the West has acquired a downtown Santa Barbara Property which it intends to use to launch a Music Education Center.
The acquisition was made possible thanks to a historic $20 million gift from Cheryl Goldberg in honor of her late husband, Michael Goldberg.
“We are profoundly grateful to Cheryl Goldberg for bringing this vision to life,” said Shauna Quill, President & CEO of the Music Academy, per an official press release. “This center represents a bold investment in Santa Barbara’s vibrant cultural landscape. By establishing a permanent downtown presence, we’re deepening our roots and ensuring that the transformative power of music reaches every corner of our city.”
When finalized, the new facility will offer state-of-the-art rehearsal and performance facilities, host music education programs for all ages, and serve as the future home for the Lehrer Vocal Institute and Sing! Program. Moreover, it will play host to unique artistic collaborations and ensure a more diverse array of artists and creative expressions.
“This is a defining moment for Santa Barbara’s future,” said Randy Rowse, Mayor of Santa Barbara. “The Music Academy’s commitment to establishing a downtown music center will create ripple effects for generations—energizing our historic core, attracting visitors and residents alike, and cementing our identity as a city where the arts don’t just survive, but flourish.”
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