There’ve been too many deaths of arts people of late – thespian Paul, spouse of NCAC (and, before that, RLT) staffer Linda Bamford; West Coast philanthropist Ann, spouse of composer Gordon Getty (benefactors of CVNC and CVNA); chef Amy, daughter of CORAC’s long-time Executive Director Elaine Lorber; and Thomas G. Ward, 78, a true Renaissance person with deep interest in and commitment to history, the arts, architecture, and more. During his tenure on the board of the Raleigh Chamber Music Guild (now Chamber Music Raleigh), he established an endowment that significantly improved the group’s fiscal health, fundraising ability, and community engagement. He brought the same vision to CVNC and, although its much smaller board did not benefit quite as much from his expansive management style, he inspired all of us to bigger and better things. His work in Washington, at the Patrick Henry Memorial Foundation in Brookneal, VA, and for other local groups such as the City of Raleigh’s historic resources and museums program will not soon be forgotten. RIP, friends!
About The Author
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Maggie Pate
Maggie Pate is a native North Carolinian with an extensive background in the performing arts. Maggie holds a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Pedagogy from East Carolina University, attended Berklee College of Music, and obtained a M.S. Ed. from Sunbridge College, New York. Having been on both the North Carolina and Washington State Visiting Artist rosters, Maggie has performed throughout the United States in both classical and jazz genres and as well in musical theatre and dance. Some of her most noted local performances include the soprano soloist of Stravinsky's Les Noces and spearheading a concert for Sights and Sounds at the North Carolina Museum of Art. Maggie is a member of the North Carolina Master Chorale. Maggie has worked for professional organizations within the arts including the Thelonious Monk Institute, WHR-Wilmington, Performance Support Services of Seattle, Long Leaf Opera Company. Maggie has held the position of music and dance editor for CVNC since 2015. She is now honored to be moving into the role of Editor in Chief for the organization as of 2021. Maggie is also currently the business development manager for choral music in North America for Oxford University Press.