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Young Talent: Idil Biret’s; career has spanned seven decades. She has brought beautiful music to audiences around the world while inspiring and offering master classes to three generations of young musicians. We aim to extend Idil’s generous spirit to coming generations, as well.
Cultural History: Help us support Istanbul’s Idil Biret Foundation which houses invaluable historical documents, including correspondence with world leaders, rare recordings, and artifacts that tell the story of Turkey’s cultural renaissance.
Educational Impact: Support promising young pianists in their musical careers through mentorship programs and educational initiatives, helping cultivate the next generation of classical music talent.
Cross-Cultural Bridge: By donating to IBEI, you’re investing in an organization that promotes global understanding through music, connecting diverse cultures and fostering international artistic dialogue – a mission more crucial than ever in today’s divided world.
Historical Significance: Your contribution helps maintain and share a unique historical archive of recordings, including Idil’s 1963 Boston Symphony performance on the day of JFK’s assassination – now preserved in the Library of Congress’s National Recording Registry.
Living Museum: Your gift will help fund the Idil Biret Museum, a vibrant space for music appreciation, piano recitals, and cultural education that serves both local Turkish communities and international visitors.
Digital Preservation: With over 2000 hours of recordings and thousands of documents to digitize and preserve, your contribution directly supports the urgent work of professional archivists and musicologists in safeguarding this cultural heritage.
Publishing Initiative: IBEI publishes books, essays, and newsletters about music, art, and literature, spreading knowledge and appreciation of the arts to audiences worldwide. Your donation helps expand this educational outreach, ensuring that the works of Idil Biret and other creative people are preserved, edited, and passed onto future generations.
Tax Advantage: Idil Biret Education Initiative is an IRS-registered Pennsylvania 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so your donation may be tax-deductible.
