Distinguished Concerts International - New York

Dear DCINY Colleague,

Both Jonathan and I, as well as everyone that makes up the DCINY "Team", wishes to share personally the good news of the 2009 season and the triumphs of DCINY as it heads into its 3rd season in 2010. Our thanks goes out to everyone who has contributed to the success of DCINY, including you. Our gratitude extends to each and every director and performer who has participated on the stage along with guest conductors, soloists, the DCINY Orchestra, our NYC staff, International Advisory Board, Program Advisors, as well as our enthusiastic audience.

Our webpage includes compact jewels of each concert date, giving you an insight as to what occurred that day at the venue -- from photos, to programs, and words from performers and audience. If you haven't had a chance to look, we encourage you to do so and read about our many successes this year including:

Eric Whitacre's success at Disney Hall in Los Angeles with the National Youth Choir of Great Britain

Doreen Rao's championing of the work of John Burge at Avery Fisher Hall in New York

The 70th Anniversary of Shawnee Press celebrated with Tim Seelig, Joseph Martin, Mark Hayes and Greg Gilpin at Carnegie Hall

It's been quite a season and these are but a few of the highlights! Please take a look at our concert archive.

We are especially proud of the wonderful words shared by those who have enjoyed the "DCINY Experience" and have selected a few to share with you in this letter.

Additionally, we’re thrilled to tell you that we’ve been nominated and are participating in the American Express/NBC Universal “Shine A Light” spotlight. We are in need of as many supporting nominations as possible by this Sunday, September 13, to be considered for a major grant and marketing support for our future series. Please help in supporting DCINY and our mission by clicking through, registering, and endorsing our story (and please tell your friends).

Everyone at DCINY wishes you a great start to the academic year and looks forward to the next opportunity for our paths to meet.

Warm wishes,

Iris Derke, Co-founder and General Director

Jonathan Griffith, Co-founder and Artistic Director

P.S. And please note our new suite number (same street address) as we expand into the 2010 season.

250 W. 57th Street
Suite 1610
New York, New York 10107

"DCINY is one of my all-time favorite companies, created and managed with a flawless combination of passion, integrity, and skill. When it comes to recruiting and organizing incredible musicians to bring my music to life, there is simply no company I trust more."
Eric Whitacre, Composer

"DCINY is the most organized, thoughtful, amazing group with whom I have ever worked. I have heard from many of the singers who have immediately said, 'When can we do this again?' followed by, 'We'll never go without DCINY again!

"Thank you, Jonathan and Iris, for your personal investment in making this experience perfect. I cannot believe you were there every moment to oversee the entire event. This made a huge difference in how things ran."
Dr. Timothy Seelig, Artistic Director, Resounding Harmony

"I think that the DCINY staff is exceptional. Everyone was extremely kind and professional. I have particularly enjoyed working with you, Iris. You are an amazing spirit and a brilliant business woman. (I can't think of anyone I've worked with who combines your qualities of clarity, sensitivity and understanding). Jonathan, you are a kind and wonderful colleague, and I know you are making an enormous effort to do 'good works' in all your undertakings with DCINY."
Doreen Rao, University of Toronto, Buffalo Symphony Chorus

"I was so pleased with the concert and the whole experience. What a wonderful job you and the entire staff did! This was my first experience with DCINY and I hope it won't be the last. I've heard nothing but great things about your organization from all the participants."
Mark Hayes, Composer

"May you and DCINY be blessed as richly as you have blessed countless numbers of other artists by your competent and caring approach to choral music."
Clark Roush, Director, York College Concert Choir (NE)

"The warmth, compassion and human moments that we were allowed to be a part of is what makes this musical experience a once in a lifetime event. We thank DCINY for allowing us to be a part of it, you are THE BEST I've ever worked with, and I hope we can do it again."
Julie Burgess, Director, Wausau Conservatory of Music's Choralation (WI)

"In summary, while we prepared for a premiere performance experience, but none of us -- including directors -- expected such a profound impact to result from everything you made possible. The confluence of the rehearsal facilities, performance venue, the guest conductor/artist, and the professionalism of the DCINY staff made for a truly unforgettable experience. The next time we are considering options for travel, you'll hear from us!
Eric Griffin, Director of Bands, Olathe East High School (KS)