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FOUNDATION Supporting the Future of the NMPhil. EVERY CONCERT COUNTS The New Mexico Philharmonic NMPhil is a vital part of New Mexicos cultural and economic scene. The NMPhil has grown successfully and has become the flagship classical music organization in New Mexico performing for more than 50000 audience members each season. Its extensive education programs serve over 20000 public school students at no cost to parents or children and NMPhil has been recognized for its excellence by Quality New Mexico with both the Pion and Road Runner awards the first professional arts organization in the nation to be so awarded.