Fox Valley Academy of Music Performance 2008 Painted Violin Auction

Sixteen renowned area artists have transformed old stringed instruments into new works of art. These unique pieces will be auctioned off at the gala reception on June 26, 2008 during the “Salute to America” concert at the Paramount Arts Centre in Aurora. The Painted Violins can be viewed by clicking each of the artist's names below.

The collection of Painted Violins may be viewed as they tour to area galleries in the western suburbs. Each piece will be available for purchase by bidding along the course of the tours. The final bids will be taken by silent auction during the "Salute to America" concert on June 26, 2008. Tickets are available for purchase at various locations. All proceeds benefit the Fox Valley Academy of Music Performance.

2008 Calendar of Exhibits and Receptions

March 1-14

DuPage Art League

218 W. Front St.

Wheaton, IL 60187

www.dupageartleague.org

March 17-28

Proud Fox Gallery

213 W. State St.

Geneva, IL 60134

www.proudfoxgallery.com

March 31-April 10

Bridges - A Gallery of Fine Art

305 N. Second St.

St. Charles, IL 60174

www.bridgesfineart.com

April 13

Fox Valley Philharmonic Concert

East Aurora H.S., Hawks Auditorium

500 Tomcat Lane

Aurora, IL 60505

April 25-30

Gallery at Allen+Pepa Architects

8 W. Wilson St.

Batavia, IL 60510

www.allenpepa.com

May 2-16

Naperville Art League

508 N. Center St.

Naperville, IL 60563

www.napervilleartleague.com

May 19-23

Gregory S. Sapp Violins

1036 Sard Ave.

Montgomery, IL 60538

www.sappviolins.com

May 26-June 10

Gallery 28

28 N. 4th St.

Geneva, IL 60134

gallery28.biz

June 12-19

Gallery 44

50 East Galena Blvd.

Aurora, IL 60505

(630) 801-0818

June 26

Gala Event and Patriotic Concert

"Painted Violin" auction and raffle

5:30 pm - 9:30 pm

The Paramount Art Center

23 E. Galena Blvd.

Aurora, IL 60506

www.paramountarts.com

Picture of Millie Foberg violin

Courtesy: Denver Young Artists Orchestra