Brett Robison Appointed as New Executive Director of FCMKC
08/03/2023
Friends of Chamber Music Kansas City Welcome Brett Robison as Executive Director.
Kansas City, August 3, 2023 - The Friends of Chamber Music Kansas City (FCMKC) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Brett Robison as the organization's new Executive Director. With his extensive experience in the arts and his deep passion for chamber music, Robison brings a fresh perspective and dynamic leadership to one of Kansas City’s most esteemed cultural institutions.
As the Executive Director, Robison will serve as chief administrative officer of FCMKC, working alongside the Artistic Directors Dmitri Atapine and Hyeyeon Park with a particular focus on fostering artistic excellence, expanding community engagement and education initiatives, and ensuring the long-term future of the organization.
With over ten years of experience in arts administration, Robison has a glowing track record of success in the field. He has held leadership positions at Scottsdale Music Arts in Scottsdale, AZ. and the Topeka Symphony in Topeka, KS, where he has demonstrated a keen ability to develop innovative programming, forge meaningful partnerships, and engage diverse audiences. His collaborative approach and commitment to artistic integrity make him an ideal choice for this important role.
Robison's love for chamber music has been a driving force throughout his career and he deeply believes in the transformative power of the art form. “I have seen first hand in my over twenty five years in the field of music performance and music education the ability music has to awaken our creativity and humanity,” said Brett Robison. “Music has the power to build community and reach those places inside of us that yearn to be expressed. I am honored to serve the Friends of Chamber Music Kansas City and to help continue the incredible legacy of this cultural pillar of the Kansas City metro.”
“Brett’s management experience and love for the art are a perfect combination,” said the Board President Dwight Arn. “All of us on the Board are confident that the organization's future is as bright as ever!”
“Dmitri and I are so excited that Brett is joining our fabulous team as the new Executive Director and we cannot wait to embark on our joint musical journey together!” said Artistic Co-Director Hyeyeon Park. “We are deeply moved by Brett’s vision and experience and are so looking forward to the exciting new dimension that he will bring to The Friends.”
Please join us in welcoming Brett Robison to the Friends of Chamber Music Kansas City.
One of the premier organizations of its kind in the nation, the Friends of Chamber Music Kansas City (FCMKC) have inspired lives championing and exploring the Art of Chamber Music for nearly fifty years. FCMKC presents the world’s leading artists in beautifully curated performances, advocates for creative and engaging programming, provides educational initiatives reaching deep into our community, and works tirelessly to be a good partner in strengthening the cultural life of Greater Kansas City and beyond.