VOICExperience Foundation

The VOICExperience Foundation is a non-profit organization established by renowned baritone Sherrill Milnes and his wife, soprano Maria Zouves. Founded to promote the legacy of great singing through arts education, artist training, and audience development, the organization aims to ensure access to these opportunities for everyone.

Mission and Objectives

The foundation's mission is to perpetuate the traditions of great singing while fostering new audiences for opera and other vocal arts. It seeks to create a diverse and inclusive environment where emerging artists can learn from experienced professionals in opera, musical theatre, and song[1].

Programs and Activities

VOICExperience offers a range of programs including educational workshops, masterclasses, and performances. These programs have been instrumental in helping thousands of singers find their career paths since its inception in 2001. The organization operates under the umbrella of The Sherrill Milnes VOICE Programs, which also includes the Savannah VOICE Festival. Together, they provide opportunities for aspiring artists in New York, Georgia, Florida, and Illinois[1][5].

Faculty and Partnerships

The faculty of VOICExperience includes esteemed professionals in the vocal arts. Notable faculty members include Maria Spacagna, a renowned voice educator, and Mark Schnaible, who has served on the voice faculties of several international opera programs[2]. The organization partners with its sister organization, the Savannah VOICE Festival, to further its mission[1].

Diversity and Inclusion

VOICExperience emphasizes diversity and inclusion, striving to create a welcoming environment for artists and patrons from all backgrounds. The organization commits to avoiding discrimination based on race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, education, socioeconomic status, or ability. It actively works against hate, injustice, and inequality in the arts community[1].

EIN

The organization's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 134145412.

[1] https://voicexperiencefoundation.org/mission/ [2] https://voicexperiencefoundation.org/faculty/ [3] https://voicefoundation.org/health-science/videos-education/ [4] https://voicexperiencefoundation.org/frequently-asked-questions/ [5] https://www.operaamerica.org/membership-directory/17962/voicexperience