Following the sold out July 3 and July 4 concerts at Tanglewood, James Taylor and Caroline Taylor, have donated the proceeds from the two shows to help support the Festival.

The Taylors were inspired to donate the proceeds from both shows this year by the celebration of America’s 250th birthday and this year’s performances marked Taylor’s 52nd year of concerts at Tanglewood. Kim Taylor has enjoyed a 46-year relationship with the orchestra as a Trustee and as a close advisor to John Williams and the late Seiji Ozawa.

The donation will be instrumental in helping sustain Tanglewood as a world-renowned destination for music, education, and artistic excellence.

In a statement, Chad Smith, President and CEO of the Boston Symphony Orchestra said, “Kim and James Taylor’s generosity extends far beyond the stage. Their $8 million in cumulative support is an extraordinary achievement that has strengthened the Orchestra and Tanglewood for countless musicians, students, and audience members. We are profoundly grateful for their unwavering friendship and commitment.”

James Taylor added, “It has been an incredible run, this 50-year association with Tanglewood. With Kim’s lifelong devotion to the BSO and as year-round Berkshire residents, we are proud to call this place our home. Tanglewood has been at the heart of our lives here, and we are grateful to have had the opportunity to give something back.”