The Founders

The Ferris Burtis Foundation was founded by the late John Ferris, for thirty-two years the University Organist and Choirmaster at Harvard, and by Herbert Burtis, internationally known pianist, organist, harpsichordist, and teacher of voice. He has taught at Harvard University and Smith College.

The Foundation assists young classical musicians in their education and careers.

Herbert Burtis and the late John Ferris.

Gifts to the Ferris Burtis Music Foundation are tax-deductible. Contributions may be sent to the Ferris Burtis Foundation, Berkshire Taconic Foundation, 800 North Main, Sheffield, MA 01257. A benefit concert for the Foundation will be held on Sunday, May 22, at 4:00 p.m. at the Sandisfield Arts Center in Sandisfield, MA.