ROCKPORT MUSIC LETTER FROM LEADERSHIP

As the Pandemic has run its course, hopefully to be a distant memory, we are all discovering that there are new versions of what normal means in our work and lives. Simply put, for all of us here at Rockport Music, the new normal is the return to our work of providing our audiences with great musical experiences in the Shalin Liu Performance Center. What makes it new are the feelings of gratitude, renewal and community that permeate our organization like never before.

The 2022 season was one of great music and extraordinary support from all of you. You returned to hear live music and contributed to make our programs possible. As the world’s great artists of all genres returned to the Shalin Liu Performance Center, we celebrated bringing exceptional live performances and creative learning opportunities to our community. After thoughtful planning, 2022 also saw the beginnings of our institutional commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, a process that continues.

In this Annual Report, you will learn about Rockport Music’s commitment to musical excellence, our dedication to ensuring music is accessible to all, and fulfilling our mission to educate and delight school children of all ages, by sharing the gift of music.

We are deeply appreciative of all of our donors, trustees, volunteers and staff who have shown such tremendous commitment to Rockport Music during these challenging times. We hope you enjoy this look back at 2022.

Tony Beadle PRESIDENT & CEO

Nina Doggett BOARD OF TRUSTEES CHAIR 2021–2022

Mission

Rockport Music inspires a love and understanding of music through exceptional live performances and creative learning opportunities.

Core Values

■ Shared live music and learning experiences that intensify the transformative power of music.

■ Exceptional performances and creative programming that explore and evolve the art form.

■ Support for emerging world-class artists and the next generation of audiences.

■ Lasting personal connections with our audiences, performers, volunteers and friends.

■ Access to live music and music education for community members.

■ An active commitment to the spirit and practices of diversity, inclusiveness and respect in all its governance, operations, programs and activities.