Global Friends
Living outside The Netherlands? A broad community of dedicated international supporters plays a major role in the continued growth and success of the Concertgebouworkest. Cherish great musical heritage, become a Global Friend.
Of the more than 120 concerts a year by the Concertgebouworkest no less than 40 take place in the world’s most prestigious concert halls outside the Netherlands. For decades, the Concertgebouworkest has engaged an international loyal audience and dedicated supporters - our Global Friends.
Beside the enjoyment of knowing the impact of your donation, as a Global Friend you receive membership in our giving programme - each with its own exclusive privileges.
Giving programme
Discover how rewarding it is to become a supporter through one of our memberships. Whichever level of giving, all are tied to a core of loyal donors who enjoy meeting each other at concerts and musical activities of the Concertgebouworkest taking place year round.
Giving as a Patron
Patrons love to share their passion for classical music and the Concertgebouworkest.
Your donation as a Patron: €1.500 per year
Privileges enjoyed by Patrons
Each year an invitation for two to:
- The Annual Gala
- An intimate musical experience
- An exclusive orchestra rehearsal
- A reception with musicians
Plus
- Priority booking of concert tickets
- Your name published in the season brochure and the Foundation’s annual report (if desired)
- The Foundation newsletter
Guidelines for giving can be found here.
Giving as a Fellow
Fellows have a special bond with the orchestra. Doors are open to them which are normally closed to most. Together they help the orchestra to safeguard its distinct sound.
Your donation as a Fellow: €5.000 per year
Privileges enjoyed by Fellows*
Each year an invitation for two to:
- A concert performed in your country of residence
- The Fellow-trip to a concert in Europe 1
- An Essentials-concert
- A Masterclass or chambermusic concert of the Academy of the Concertgebouw orchestra
- The Annual Gala
- An intimate musical experience
- An orchestra rehearsal
- A reception with musicians
Plus
- Use of the international service desk for ordering tickets
- Priority booking of concert tickets
- Your name published in the season brochure and the Foundation’s annual report, if desired
- The Foundation’s newsletter
Guidelines for giving can be found here.
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- Based on availability; travel and accommodation costs for your own account.
Giving as a Master
Masters are closely involved in the international activities of the Concertgebouworkest. Together they support talent development and serve as ambassadors to fire new audiences’ enthusiasm for classical music.
Your donation as a Master: €10.000 per year
Privileges enjoyed by Masters*
Each year an invitation for two to:
- The Master-trip; travel in a group along with the orchestra 1
- Two exclusive Master-events
- A concert performed in your country of residence The Master-dinner
- The Fellow-trip to a concert in Europe 1
- An Essentials-concert
- A Masterclass or chambermusic concert of the Academy of the Concertgebouw orchestra The Annual Gala
- An intimate musical experience
- An orchestra rehearsal
- A reception with musicians
Plus
- Use of the international service desk for ordering tickets
- Priority booking of concert tickets
- Your name published in the season brochure and the Foundation’s annual report, if desired
- The Foundation’s newsletter
Guidelines for giving can be found here.
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- Based on availability; travel and accommodation costs for your own account.
Giving as a Trustee
Trustees are close to the very heart of the Concertgebouworkest. They have a keen sense of what the orchestra’s needs are and what it takes to meet specific goals.
Your donation as a Trustee: €50.000 per year
Privileges enjoyed by Trustees*
- An exclusive house concert given by members of the Concertgebouworkest at your home
- The Trustee-dinner; An exclusive dinner with the conductor, management and members of the orchestra.
- Unique musical moments 2
Each year an invitation for two to:
- The Master-trip; travel in a group along with the orchestra 1
- Two exclusive Master-events
- A concert performed in your country of residence
- The Master-dinner
- The Fellow-trip to a concert in Europe 1
- An Essentials-concert
- A Masterclass or chambermusic concert of the Academy of the Concertgebouw orchestra
- The Annual Gala
- An intimate musical experience
- An orchestra rehearsal
- A reception with musicians
Plus
- Use of the international service desk for ordering tickets
- Priority booking of concert tickets
- Your name published in the season brochure and the Foundation’s annual report, if desired
- The Foundation’s newsletter
Guidelines for giving can be found here.
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- Based on availability; travel and accommodation costs for your own account.
- For instance entrance to the anti-chambre after a concert for a meet and greet with the conductor.
More options to support the orchestra
Direct donation
Commemorative fund
You can establish your very own commemorative fund with an objective that helps meet the Concertgebouworkest’s needs.
The minimum amount for establishing a commemorative fund is €50,000, either as a one-off donation or in five instalments of €10,000.
As the founder of a commemorative fund, you will enjoy the following privileges* for the duration of the fund:
Each year, you will receive an invitation for two to
- Travel in a group along with the orchestra
- An exclusive dinner with members of the orchestra
- An exclusive chamber music concert in Amsterdam
- A mock audition for the Academy of the Concertgebouworkest in Amsterdam
- A masterclass for members of the Academy of the Concertgebouworkest in Amsterdam
- A concert performed in your country of residence*
- ‘Behind the scenes’, accompanied by a member of the orchestra at a concert given in your country *
- The Annual Gala
- An intimate musical experience
- An orchestra rehearsal*
- A reception with musicians*
Plus
- Use of the international service desk for ordering tickets
- Priority booking of concert tickets
- Your name published in the season brochure and the Foundation’s annual report, if desired
- The Foundation’s newsletter
Guidelines for giving can be found here.
* contingent on touring plans
Gifts and legacies
Global Friends communities
While the orchestra has friends across the world, there are a number of countries in which boards and volunteer committees have been established to engage our donors locally. We invite you to learn more about our local donor programmes.
Check our brochure
Would you like to learn more about the Global Friends?
Magali van Voorst Vader would be happy to tell you more.
get in touch by email
or phone +31 (0)20 305 10 55