Curtis_AnnualReport_Fall2017_RevisedSept19

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STRATEGIC DIRECTION
At the close of a very successful 2016–17, the Curtis Institute
of Music is pleased to share some of the highlights of a year in which
we made great progress toward fulfilling the goals of a bold strategic
direction, established by our board of trustees two years ago.
is strategic direction is intended to guide us as we approach our 100-year
anniversary in 2024. e plan articulates clear ten-year goals to help us meet—
and exceed—the demands of the future, structured around five strategic focus
areas. Our progress toward these goals in 2016–17, the second year of plan
implementation, is outlined in the following pages.
plan articulates
‘‘e
clear ten-year goals to
help us meet—and
exceed—the demands
’’
of the future.
At the outset of the year we focused on some key priorities:
n creating an infrastructure, both financial and technological, to support
Curtis’s expanding reach and influence around the world;
n making important decisions about key artistic programs in conducting,
orchestral studies, and opera, as well as online courses;
n reviewing and revising the structure of our governing and advisory bodies;
n positioning Curtis as a global thought leader in arts education; and
n addressing the school’s physical infrastructure and human capital needs.
ese priorities are reflected in the progress we’ve made in the second year
of the plan, detailed on pages 4 through 7 of this report. In particular, we are
ever mindful of the importance of maintaining our world-class faculty and the
exceptional quality of our student body. Our efforts will continue with renewed
energy in the coming year, sustained by the continued fiscal stability we
experienced in the 2016–17 school year (see page 3).
As we reflect on the accomplishments of the past year and set our course for the
year ahead, we are inspired by our wonderful young students and buoyed by the
guidance of our trustees, the support of our many generous donors, the dedication
of our faculty, and the commitment of our staff. We are thankful for all that they
offer to this unique institution.
With tremendous gratitude,
A complete list of
donors to Curtis is at
Curtis.edu/AnnualReport.
Mark Rubenstein
Chair
Board of Trustees
Roberto Díaz
President and CEO
Nina von Maltzahn President’s Chair
James and Betty Matarese Chair in Viola Studies