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Festival Staff

The Woodstock Mozart Festival staff develops concert programming and carries out business functions necessary to its role as a performing arts presenter. Meet the members of our Festival staff.

Anita Whalen, General Director
Having joined the Festival in 1992, Anita Whalen's dedication to the highest ideals of music performance has resulted in the cultivation of a unique artistic enterprise. Her combination of artistic, business and public relations skills has assisted in the development of a remarkable event for which she also serves as keyboard player. more >

Mark Peskanov, Artistic Advisor
Associated with the Festival since 1992, Mark Peskanov's extraordinary talent has influenced the orchestra and chamber players to develop an uncommon sensitivity, agility and responsiveness. His vast repertoire and exciting performances as a celebrated violin virtuoso enable the Festival to "raise the bar" each year on artistic achievement. more >

Lori Babinec, Personnel Manager and Librarian
A staff mainstay since 1989, Lori has consistently insured that operations of the Festival are smooth and efficient. Also a member of the orchestra, she serves as its principal bassoon. more >

Festival Board of Directors

The Woodstock Mozart Festival, Inc., a not-for-profit organization, is governed by a Board of Directors drawn from the surrounding communities.

TheWoodstock Mozart Festival is a member of the American Symphony Orchestra League, the Illinois Council of Orchestras and the Chicago Music Alliance

Funding is provided by the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency, and through private and corporate contributions

Directors

Alan Stromberg, President
Betty Sterling, Vice President
Marsha Portnoy, Secretary
Edward L. Streit, Treasurer
Roger Benson, M.D.
Kathleen Caldwell
John Donnell
Jane Franz
Geraldine Grennan
Daniel Lemanski
Louise LeCoque
Ray J. Pensinger, M.D.
Dorothy Rawlins
Thomas Svoboda, Lt. Col. Ret.
Elizabeth Wester