Avonell Jackson, our beloved MTAC member and former Bach Festival Chair, passed away in 2019. Avonell was a fierce proponent of Bach’s music and a dedicated teacher for many decades. To honor her memory, the highest scoring student from each branch festival is awarded the Avonell Jackson Memorial Scholarship Award. Students may use this award towards music-related expenses.

So that we can continue to bestow this award in Avonell’s memory throughout the coming years, donations made in her name to MTAC are greatly appreciated. Please contact our treasurer, Betty Pierskalla at 805.689.1277 or mail a check to Betty Pierskalla, 730 Mateo Ct., Santa Barbara, CA 93111.

The Santa Barbara Branch of the MTAC is a 501c6 nonprofit organization.