Awards & Testimonials
Awards
Fischoff has received the following local, state and national recognition and awards:
- 2009 National Endowment for the Arts Access to Artistic Excellence Grant
- 2009 National Endowment for the Arts American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Grant
- 2009 Indiana State Senate Resolution Sixty-Four: Honoring the Fischoff National Chamber Music Association for its innovative programs that introduce children to the beauty of chamber music.
- 2007 Indiana Governor’s Arts Award
- 2005 Indiana Achievement Award for Nonprofit Excellence
- 2004 Leighton Award for Non-Profit Excellence Special Recognition Award
Testimonials
“The Fischoff is the best of any of the competitions, and has provided the most supportive and nurturing environment for all young musicians.”
- Wu Han, pianist and Artistic Director of The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, New York, New York
“The Fischoff has given us years of incredible kids ensembles that 'blow the minds' of listeners (and now viewers) across America. We feel very fortunate to have the opportunity to work with you, and hope that we will be doing so for years to come.”
- Jennifer Hurley-Wales, CEO, National Public Radio's From the Top
“Fischoff Competition alumni are a remarkable resource for Fischoff’s educational programs, which directly serve community young people, especially those most in need. These programs inspire thousands of children, a powerful testament to the impact of music and the arts.”
- Rev. Edward “Monk” Malloy, CSC, President Emeritus, University of Notre Dame
"Large competitions are always emotionally and physically exhausting, and so much more rewarding (regardless of the prize results) when there is a signficant level of human involvement and personal connection. Thank you for being such a strong part of that personal connection, and for helping to make the Fischoff one of the most prestigious and enjoyable chamber competitions in the world."
- Doug O'Connor, soprano saxophonist with the Red Line Sax Quartet, 2009 Fischoff Competition Gold Medalist
"I have always felt that Fischoff does such an amazing job of supporting and building the community of our string world…Group after group that comes through the Fischoff Competition seems so capable and dedicated in sharing the best things music has to offer. Yes, the technique is included, but the passion and connection to the human experience is very evident…My entire orchestra was on the edge of their seats for the performance… students were inspired to perform better and given a broader understanding to do so."
- Lavon Oke, Director of Orchestras, Penn High School, Mishawaka, Indiana
"I really appreciated the feedback the members of the Linden Quartet gave to our students. It meant a lot to our kids to hear their expert and artistic suggestions. What really stuck with them (and me) was hearing them perform a short excerpt from one of our pieces. We can listen to a recording, but to see and hear the performance right in front of you is much more meaningful. The members of the quartet did an excellent job of relating to our students, both in explaining their own performance and providing feedback for our students’ performance. And their performance level was of the highest caliber, of course. Their musicianship, intonation, and technique were truly amazing and of a top professional level… The experience was exemplary for us."
- Kyle Weirich, Orchestra Director, Elkhart Central High School, Elkhart, Indiana