The Music Academy Auxiliary is pleased to announce the return of its Annual Online Auction happening November 16-20, with a FREE kick-off concert open to the community on November 16 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Music Academy featuring award-winning electroacoustic duo ARKAI. The auction raises crucial funds central to the Academy’s mission, including support for Sing! and the full scholarship program for Summer Festival fellows.
The Online Auction has just opened and runs until 6 p.m. this Sunday, November 20. Register here. The auction includes more than 100 curated items and packages! Bid on amazing experiences like a six-day stay at the Ocean Reef Club in Florida (above) and first-row stadium seats to a Golden State Warriors game with a two-night stay at San Francisco’s InterContinental Hotel. An iconic work of art, “Boy & Bird” by Festival Visual Artist America Martin, created for the Music Academy’s 75th anniversary in 2022, will go to the highest bidder!
And don‘t miss the Santa Barbara section, featuring local wine tastings, private concerts, spa treatments, restaurant experiences, and more! Be sure to register today.
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Colorado getaway in Aspen/Snowmass.
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One-night stay plus breakfast at the brand-new Inn at Mattei’s Tavern.
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Private concert by virtuoso guitarist Chris Fossek. (Photo by Mark Brooke.)
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Piano or voice lessons with teaching artist Tammy Dugan. (Photo by Zach Mendez.)
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Front-row stadium seats to a Golden State Warriors game, plus a stay at the InterContinental San Francisco.
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A taste of the Santa Ynez Valley featuring a collection of premium wines from Dragonette Cellars, Melville Winery, and Foley Estates.
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Luxury field-side cabana for up to 10 guests at the Santa Barbara Polo and Racquet Club.
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Private seven-course dinner for six catered by Amy Robinson, owner of Epicurean Santa Barbara.
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“Boy and Bird” by America Martin, the Music Academy’s 75th Anniversary Visual Artist. Oil and acrylic on canvas, 60″ x 40″.
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Sponsored by Music Academy Auxiliary.


















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