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Support the Future of Classical Music

Each summer, Ascent brings internationally acclaimed artists and exceptional young musicians to Hudson for weeks of concerts, masterclasses, and community events. Your support directly funds student scholarships, public performances, and world-class artistic experiences for audiences across Northeast Ohio.

Learn more about Ascent and our impact in Hudson!

▶ Watch our short festival video

To make a contribution via PayPal:

  • Or you can visit our PayPal Giving Fund page — a secure platform that accepts all major payment methods, including Donor Advised Funds.

If you are considering a major gift, sponsorship, or another form of substantial support, we would love to speak with you. Please reach out to Alan Rafferty at Alan.Rafferty@ascentmusic.org.

Together, we can shape the future of classical music.

 

MEMBERSHIP LEVELS

Founder Circle
Founder: $20,000 and up
Visionary: $10,000–$19,999
Benefactor: $5,000–$9,999
Illuminator: $2,000–$4,999

Believer Circle
Believer: $1,000–$1,999
Advocate: $500–$999
Collaborator: $100-$499
Friend: up to $99

STUDENT SPONSORSHIP

Rising Artist Chamber Festival Full Sponsorship: $4,370

covers tuition, room, and board for one participant

Rising Artist Cello Festival Full Sponsorship: $1,470

covers tuition for one participant

CONTACT US

Phone: 847.571.8097

Email: Alan.Rafferty@ascentmusic.org

PO Box 29006
Cincinnati, OH 45229

Ascent Music is a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organization (FEIN: 87-3843803). Gifts to Ascent Music are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Please consult your tax advisor for further information.

Special thanks to our sponsors for the 2025 Summer Concert Series and to all of our donors:

Board of Ascent Music

Dr. John & Jennie Kim

Rohan Patel & Dr. Niru Putcha Foundation

Medtronic 

Cleveland Violins