Donor Benefits
Every gift makes a difference, so all donors receive recognition in our printed and digital programs and on the Hear Now website. Your support directly fuels the performances, commissions, and educational outreach that make Hear Now Los Angeles’s most vital voice for living composers.
In return for your gift…
Up to $499 | Supporter
- Acknowledgment in printed and digital programs
Your gift helps bring contemporary Los Angeles composers’ music to life on stage.
$500–$999 | Friend of Hear Now
- Two complimentary tickets to a concert of your choice
- Early access to ticket reservations and festival updates
Your gift helps underwrite rehearsal time and artist fees for one new composition.
$1,000–$2,499 | Director’s Circle
- Includes all Friend of Hear Now benefits, plus:
- Two additional tickets (four total) to concerts of your choice
- Invitation to a behind-the-scenes rehearsal or donor reception
Your generosity supports the performance of an emerging Los Angeles composer.
$2,500–$4,999 | Premiere Sponsor
- Includes all Director’s Circle benefits, plus:
- Sponsorship of a world premiere by a Los Angeles composer
- Acknowledgment on the program page and composer notes
- Signed copy of the premiered score
- Two Festival Passes for all concerts
You become a catalyst for new music, directly funding a composer’s voice.
$5,000–$9,999 | Artist or Composer Sponsor
- Includes all Premiere Sponsor benefits, plus:
- Choice to sponsor either a featured performer or a composer commission
- Recognition in the artist’s or composer’s biography
- Signed photo and score from your sponsored performance or work
- Membership in the Schoenberg Circle of Major Donors
- Reserved seating for all concerts
Your sponsorship directly supports the creation and performance of new works in Los Angeles.
$10,000–$24,999 | Ensemble Sponsor
- Includes all Artist or Composer Sponsor benefits, plus:
- Sponsorship of performances by one of Hear Now’s Resident Ensembles (HEX, Lyris Quartet, or Brightwork Ensemble)
- Personalized, signed photo with the ensemble
- Attendance at a private rehearsal
- Recognition as a Resident Ensemble Sponsor in festival materials
Your leadership sustains Hear Now’s resident ensembles, the heart of our performances.
$25,000–$49,999 | Concert Sponsor
- Includes all Ensemble Sponsor benefits, plus:
- Sponsorship of an entire concert (three opportunities available)
- Prominent recognition on the program page and all publicity materials
- Reserved seating for four guests
- Signed scores from each piece on your sponsored program
- Personalized photo opportunity with composers and musicians
- Invitation to exclusive Schoenberg Circle gatherings
Your gift anchors a full evening of music and helps ensure the festival’s artistic excellence.
$50,000–$99,999 | Visionary Sponsor
- Includes all Concert Sponsor benefits, plus:
- Recognition as Visionary Sponsor of Hear Now’s 15th Anniversary Season
- Featured acknowledgment in season programs and digital campaigns
- Opportunity to underwrite a commissioned collaboration between a Los Angeles composer and another art form (dance, visual art, or film)
- Private salon concert or composer showcase for you and your guests (up to 20 people)
- Exclusive preview access to upcoming festival programming
- Reserved premium seating for up to six guests at all concerts
Your extraordinary gift expands Hear Now’s artistic reach and creates transformative experiences that connect audiences and composers across disciplines.
$100,000+ | Festival Benefactor
- Includes all Visionary Sponsor benefits, plus:
- Prominent recognition on all programs and publicity, tailored to your preferences
- Signed scores for selected works
- Personalized group photos with composers and musicians
- Opportunity to host a house concert or rehearsal in your home
- Reserved seating for up to eight guests at all concerts
- Early access to all recordings and videos from the Festival
Your transformative gift ensures Hear Now’s future and amplifies the voices of Los Angeles composers for years to come.
Schoenberg Circle Recognition
Donors of $5,000 and above are welcomed into the Schoenberg Circle- a community of major donors who receive invitations to exclusive receptions, preview events, and recognition opportunities throughout the year.
Optional Enhancements
For donors at all levels:
- Dedicate your gift in honor or memory of a composer, musician, or loved one.
- Matching gifts from employers may elevate your recognition level.
