Vera S. Brindisi Fund

Port Jervis, NY-native Vera Brindisi, 89, passed away in February 2020. From 1960, until her retirement in 1985, Vera taught music in the Utica Public Schools. Vera never stopped striving to improve her skills in classical piano. She studied locally with dear friend, Vivian Slater. She also taught private piano lessons in her home to students who became her lifelong friends. Vera was a proud member of the Utica B Sharp Musical Club since 1953. In her 67 years with the organization, she served in many capacities, including President. Vera performed solo classical recitals at Munson Williams Proctor Institute many times and accompanied countless singers and instrumentalists. For more than 15 years, Vera also served as a Trustee of The Chamber Music Society of Utica.

The award provided by this fund is dedicated to advancing musical studies for children and young adults by providing financial support for those seeking opportunities beyond Herkimer and Oneida counties. It is intended to help students pursue advanced piano and/or voice study, whether through private instruction, participation in summer programs or camps, or assistance with higher education tuition.

To view the award application and its criteria, click here.