Music Academy
Leila Drake is currently serving as the Annual Giving and Donor Relations Manager at the Music Academy. Prior to this, Leila worked at STATE STREET BALLET for many years, holding the titles of Principal Dancer and Associate Director. Leila graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara with Bachelor of Arts degrees in Art History and Film Studies.
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Music Academy
Music Academy is a performance-based training center and incubator that empowers musicians to positively impact society. The Music Academy welcomes everyone from across all generations, cultures, and backgrounds to experience the transformative power of music. Based in Santa Barbara, California, the Academy presents the preeminent full-scholarship Summer School and Festival for classically trained fellows ages 18 to 34. They study and perform with more than 50 exceptional faculty and teaching artists, while forging close connections with the community. The Music Academy’s commitment to long-term collaborations and exchanges with leading orchestras and opera companies results in unparalleled mentorship and career-advancing prospects. The Innovation Institute spearheads entrepreneurial training and ventures through seminars, residencies, and the Alumni Enterprise Awards, substantial grants given annually for a wide range of creative projects. Launched in 2018, Sing!, a free, after-school choral program for local elementary students inspires personal growth and expression. For more information, visit musicacademy.org.