Just wanted you to know that our concert Master Class this morning was an incredible experience. Katharine and Jeff were exceptional. Each of them connected with our students and shared the real beauty and passion of music. To see Katharine and Jeff sit on the edge of the stage and show interest in these young musicians made all the difference. It is these kinds of joys that will keep the Arts alive for the next generation.

— D.N., Newnan, GA

Staff & Board

Founder and Artistic Director Evan Drachman established the Foundation in 1990 in honor of his grandfather, Gregor Piatigorsky. Mr. Drachman (bio) is a professional cellist and a respected authority on the presentation of live classical music for diverse audiences.

A thriving volunteer network makes it possible for the Foundation to present more than 200 performances each season with a small full time staff. The Foundation’s full time administrative staff consists of Concert Coordinator Kathleen Le Blanc.

 

Board of Directors

Evan Drachman
President, Founder & Artistic Director
Lutherville, MD
Robert E. Allen, Jr.
Director
Sitka, AK
Walter B. Morton
Director
Metairie, LA
Robert Cane
Director
New York, NY
Ira Talbi
Treasurer
New York, NY
Richard Dowling
Director
New York, NY
Michael A. Varet
Secretary
New York, NY
Craig Michaelson
Vice President
New York, NY
Jephta Drachman
Director Emeritus

 

Advisory Board

Leon Botstein Luis Garcia-Renart Miriam Shames
Yo-Yo Ma Steven Isserlis Scott Waxman
Leon Fleisher Margaret LeMay-Lewis Bruce G. Wilcox