2026 Curtis Gala
This year’s celebration will feature extraordinary student performances from the 2025–26 Provost’s Honors Recital, hosted by acclaimed violinist and faculty member Benjamin Beilman (Violin ’12), alongside a grand cocktail reception and an elegant seated dinner at the Bellevue Hotel. Proceeds from the event play a vital role in sustaining Curtis’ unparalleled, tuition-free education. Your participation helps ensure that Curtis continues to shape the future of music for generations to come.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and celebrations, and honor Curtis’ enduring impact. Tickets on sale now.
View the 2026 Gala Ticket Benefits Guide
This celebration would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors and:
Gala Co-Chairs
Gordon and Patricia Fowler
Curtis Institute of Music Leadership
Deborah M. Fretz, chair
Victoria Bok, vice chair
Edward A. Montgomery Jr., vice chair
Andrew Jacobs, treasurer
Program
| This year’s gala program will feature selections from the Provost’s Honors recital, celebrating special student performances from throughout the school year. |
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Accommodations
May 15–17 is a busy weekend in Philadelphia due to several large events. We encourage guests to make travel arrangements as soon as possible, as hotel availability is limited.
A limited number of rooms have been reserved at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel for Curtis Gala guests. Please use the link below to book at our discounted rate.
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- Date May 15, 2026
- Time 6:00 p.m.
- Location The Bellevue Hotel
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Questions?
Phone: (215) 717-3131
Email: giving@curtis.edu