Our Core Initiatives

The Kerri Jean Vail Scholarship honors Sheila Moran Vail, Kerri Ann Moran Ryan, and Jean Ann Feely Moran—three women whose lives exemplified excellence in music, faith, innovation, and community. This annual $1,000+ award supports an inspiring female high school musician in Southwest Ohio as she pursues higher education, creativity, leadership, and service, continuing their lasting legacy.

Mason Music Institute (MMI) was created to support music education opportunities and reward the hard work of young music students in our community. We do this by focusing on four areas: Supporting the work of our partnering schools - Indian Springs Academy of Music and Piano Players are partners in MMI's mission. Together, these two schools provide lessons and concert opportunities year round to over 400 music students in the Butler, Warren, and Hamilton counties region. Cr

Cello Cincinnati is an ensemble distinguished by artistic excellence, professional performance standards, a strong spirit of camaraderie among its musicians, and a rich multicultural perspective that reflects and celebrates the diverse voices of its community. Created by Kat Aguiar, the group's members are cello students of all ages, levels, and backgrounds. Below we explore the significance of supporting Cello Cincinnati, the impact it has on the local community, and how you

The Celebration Gala is an event dedicated to honoring the outstanding achievements of students and teachers from our partner schools and the local community. During the ceremony, all students are recognized through awards, a select number of young musicians perform concerti with our Faculty Quartet, and we announce the recipients of the Kerri Jean Vail scholarships. This yearly event is a memorable experience for all. Madison B. performs R. Vandall's Concerto in G Major with