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2009 Governor's Arts Awards

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Over 500 People Celebrate Indiana's Impact on the Arts at the 2009 Governor's Arts Awards

2009 Award Recipients

Governor Mitch Daniels and the Indiana Arts Commission will honor the following recipients for their outstanding achievements in and contributions to the arts in Indiana at an awards ceremony at Cornerstone Center for the Arts in Muncie, Indiana on September 25, 2009.

Angela Brown - Indianapolis, IN

Miss Brown’s 2004 Metropolitan Opera debut in the title role of Aida garnered instant attention from national and international print and broadcast media and catapulted her on to the world’s prestigious opera and symphonic stages. This award winning performing and recording artist is also a trail blazer on a mission to bring operatic and classical vocal performance to the masses through her unique recital program, “Opera from a Sistah’s Point of View.” Her awe-inspiring performance and zany opera plot descriptions resonate with a wide range of audiences and create a fresh awareness of the social and geographic diversity portrayed in this art form. 

Click here for a special interview with Angela Brown, provided by Indiana Public Radio WBST 92.1 FM in Muncie.

Photo by Philip Groshong:  Angela Brown performing as Elisabetta in Don Carlo (Cincinnati Opera 2009). 


 

Ball Brothers Foundation and the George and Frances Ball Foundation - Muncie, IN

For decades these foundations have founded, funded and provided leadership and vision for countless cultural organizations and events throughout Indiana. The Ball families recognized in the 1920s and 30s that the arts were a positive recruitment and retention tool for employees. Museums, libraries, orchestras and theaters owe their very existence to these two east central Indiana foundations.

 

International Violin Competition of Indianapolis - Indianapolis, IN

Since first focusing the world’s cultural spotlight on Indiana in 1982, the quadrennial International Violin Competition of Indianapolis (IVCI) has become one of the most acclaimed music competitions in the world today. Founded by the legendary Josef Gingold, “The Indianapolis” attracts violinists, ages 16-29, from around the globe to vie for one of the industry’s most coveted prize packages, including the launch of an international concert career and use of the Gingold Stradivarius. Annually, the Competition produces concerts and education programs for Hoosiers throughout the state.

Click here for a special piece on IVCI, provided by Indiana Public Radio WBST 92.1 FM in Muncie.

Photo by Denis R. Kelly, Jr.:  2006 Gold Medalist Augustin Hadelich (Germany) playing his final note of the 2006 Competition with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra.



Sweetwater Sound, Inc. - Fort Wayne, IN

The nation’s third largest retailer of musical instruments and sound technology is both an employer and supporter of numerous music and education related activities. In addition to supporting many music and arts non-profits in Fort Wayne through donations and sponsorships, Sweetwater opened its Academy of Music in 2008, complete with a 10-member teaching staff and state-of-the-art equipment. Today enrollment exceeds 100 students.

Photo:  Sweetwater Sound President Chuck Surack in the showroom.



Vectren Corporation - Evansville, IN 

In addition to financial support for arts organizations in the communities served by this energy-producing corporation, Vectren also encourages their employees to contribute time and talent through leadership and volunteerism. The Vectren Foundation supports school corporations in their efforts to enhance students’ lives through art. Their commitment to the arts encourages others to follow their lead.

 

Sponsorship Information

Thank you this distinguished group of sponsors who helped us celebrate the arts in Indiana:

Arts Place, Inc.
Arts United of Greater Fort Wayne 
Ball Brothers Foundation
Ball State University
Beghtel Painting
Casino Association of Indiana
Christel DeHaan Family Foundation
City of Muncie
Classic Party Rental of Indianapolis
Community Foundation of Muncie & Delaware County
Cornerstone Center for the Arts
Dennis, Wenger & Abrell
Karen & Niel Ellerbrook
First Merchants Trust Company
George and Frances Ball Foundation
Indiana Coalition for the Arts
Indiana Public Radio
Ivy Tech Community College
Jay-Crew Landscape, Inc.
Korg USA, Inc.
The Meeks Mortuary
Meridian Services
Minnetrista
Mirro Family Foundation
Muncie Noon Rotary
Muncie Power Products
Muncie Visitor's Bureau
Mutual Bank
Old National Bank
Raymond James & Associates
Frances Petty Sargent
Ann & Chris Stack
The Star Press
Vera Mae's Bistro
Willowbrook Interiors

2009 Award and Artist

 

Artwork by Indiana Artist India Cruse-Griffin.
For more information on this artist, please click here.

About the Governor's Arts Awards

The Governor's Arts Awards program was initiated in 1973. Conceived in partnership between the IAC and the Office of the Governor, the program recognizes and honors significant contributions to and profound positive impact on the arts and the state of Indiana. The awards are presented every two years.

Since its inception, the program has honored artists, individuals, educators, organizations, businesses, and communities for their efforts to further public awareness of the arts. Past recipients include both the famous and less famous of the arts world, major corporations and small businesses, large cities and small towns.

Award recipients are selected by an independent panel of distinguished representatives from Indiana's arts, education, business, public and private sectors. IAC conducts a public call for nominations and the panel reviews and scores nominations based on specific criteria. The criteria emphasize the total body of work or contributions of the nominee and the impact of the nominee's work on the cultural climate of the city, region, the state of Indiana, or on the national and international level. A limited number of recipients are selected from the field of nominees to receive this distinguished honor.

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