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The foundation was established in 1956 through the bequest of a prominent lawyer, William Matheus Sullivan. Its first director was Edward Johnson, general manager of the Metropolitan Opera. Its goal is to identify talented young singers and help them develop professional careers through a unique program providing continuing financial support over a period of five years. Close to 500 singers have received Sullivan Awards, among them Christine Brewer, Jessye Norman, Jerry Hadley, Kathleen Battle, Michael Devlin, Renee Fleming, Leona Mitchell, Susan Graham, Patricia Racette and Elizabeth Futral.
THE WILLIAM MATHEUS SULLIVAN MUSICAL FOUNDATION, INC. |
