The Fondation Francis & Marie-France Minkoff, a family-run philanthropic foundation established in 2009, is active in various fields, such as education, scientific research, social and humanitarian work, whilst devoting a significant part of its efforts to culture, particularly symphonic music.
In this regard, the Fondation provides particular support to the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, an orchestra with which the Minkoff family has maintained links dating back almost to its founding by Ernest Ansermet a century ago.
From the very beginning, the reputation of the OSR and its illustrious conductor quickly spread beyond our borders, and they thus became the ‘extraordinary ambassadors’ of our region, remaining a key player in the symphonic and operatic life of French-speaking Switzerland. True to its history, the orchestra spares no effort to uphold this reputation and maintain the highest standards. To assist it in this endeavour, the Fondation provides friendly and generous support.
The Fondation would like to thank Ms. Charlotte de Senarclens, Chair of the OSR Foundation, Mr. Steve Roger, Chief Executive, all the management team and, of course, the musicians, for their commitment to giving their very best and striving for excellence in order to offer the public high-quality concerts.
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