You are invited to our summer fête!
Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 6pm
Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado
2026 Angel Award:
Sheryl Kelsey and George Duncan
Gather with your friends and Desert Chorale artists as we celebrate the inspiring grandeur of the American landscape and the music that unites us.
Enjoy drinks and small bites in the Terra Courtyard, delight in an exquisite three-course dinner, and take in a joyful performance by your Santa Fe Desert Chorale.
No silent auctions, raffles, or requests for donations will interrupt our signature event.
ATTIRE: Black Tie Optional
COCKTAIL RECEPTION at 6 pm
AWARD PRESENTATION at 6:45 pm
Angel Award: Sheryl Kelsey and George Duncan
THREE-COURSE DINNER at 7 pm
PERFORMANCE
Santa Fe Desert Chorale
QUARTZ – $700
Includes one entry with a donation of $400
TURQUOISE – $1,500
Includes one entry with a donation of $1,200
OPAL – $2,500
Includes one entry with a donation of $2,200
SILVER – $3,750
Includes one entry with a donation of $3,450
GRILLED SCOTTISH SALMON (GF)
Barley Risotto, Lemon Dill Cream, Fennel Citrus Slaw
CILANTRO PESTO & DIJON ENCRUSTED LAMB RACK
Potato Leek Gratin, Baby Grilled Squash, Mint Gremolata, Rosemary, Port Jus
ZUCCHINI GRATIN (V, GF, vegan upon request)
Quinoa, Wild Mushrooms, Provolone Cheese, Onion, Sun Dried Tomato Pesto
To learn more or RSVP directly with our office, connect with Development Manager Anne Pearson at (505) 988-2282, ext. 7.
Photo Credit: Tira Howard Photography
Special Thanks to Our 2026 Gala Attendees
Silver Donors ($3,750)
Susan and Appy Chandler
Sherry Kelsey and George Duncan
Catherine and Guy Gronquist
Katherine and William Landschulz
Barry and Margaret Lyerly
George Case and Nathan Salazar
Opal Donors ($2,500)
Anonymous
Halley Faust and Eve Cohen
Patti Wetzel and Sirous Partovi
Kelly Purcell and Kevin Sadler
Turquoise Donors ($1,500)
Dr. Camille Cates Barnett
Dr. James Marx and Mr. Patrick Galbreath
James Murphy and Roxanne Howe-Murphy
Carmen Paradis and Brian McGrath
Andrea Meditch
Jon Patrick and Peter Siegel
Jose Piedra de la Portilla and Ernesto Roederer
Tobi Watson
Quartz Donors ($700)
J. Randle Adair
Richard Andrew and Diane Buchanan
Anonymous (2)
Susan Nall Bales
Murray and Nancy Bern
Mary Costello
Allegra and Jim Derryberry
Lynn Gay
John Gray and Ray Landy
Elizabeth Hansen
Lynne Horning
Jane and Joe Bob Kinsel
David and Miranda Lind
Christine and Pierre Lorillard
Diane Lotti
John and Kimberly Lowe
John Thompson and Bob Mackenzie
Laurie Meyer
Julie Ann Dakin and Christopher Oechsli
Mary Lou and Alex Padilla
Marianne Reuter
Peter Frank and Leslie Shaw
Kevin Waidmann and Donald Shina
Alison Sowden
Pat Stanley
Lore Thorpe
Help Us Reach Our Goal
The success of our Gala relies entirely on your contributions in advance—no auctions, raffles, or requests for donations will interrupt this special event. Instead, each entry ticket includes a meaningful donation in support of your Santa Fe Desert Chorale. Thank you for your consideration and generosity.
$128,000 out of $145,000 raised
