ABOUT THE SCHOOL OF AMERICAN MUSIC
History
The School of American Music was founded by D. Garth Taylor to serve as a music resource in Michiana. Currently serving as President of SAM, Taylor has been joined over the years by Executive Director, Donna M. Mitchell and a full Board of Directors.
The board is composed of volunteer community members who actively support its mission to provide education, performance, and audience opportunities in music and the related arts in the Southwest Michigan area.
Who We Are
Board of Directors
Arthur Anderson, Secretary
John P. Balich, A&E Caretaker
Marco Chavarry
Thomas Flint
Dave Grosse
William Korbel, Treasurer
Pat Putnam
Diane Ruzevich
Ron Spears
D. Garth Taylor, President
Louise Valentin
Mary Wilson
Staff
Donna M. Mitchell,
Executive Director
MISSION
Our mission is to provide opportunities for area residents and visitors to participate in the arts and educational programs.
AT SAM, WE VALUE:
EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING:
DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
We operate a community institution based on transparency, fairness and openness to all in participation and governance.
AFFORDABILITY:
We strive to keep fees low and provide scholarships to all those in need.
OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
We support local artists and teachers,. They are vital to our quality of life.
SUSTAINABILTY:
We have launched an endowment fundraising campaign to Ensure financial security and the ability to continue to provide programs. Click here contribute to the Future Fund; all donations are matched dollar for dollar by the Michiana Arts Foundation.
CONSIDER A TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATION
To support the arts in the Michiana Region