Astral Artists (www.AstralArtists.org), conducts a mentoring program that focuses on developing the early careers of extraordinary classical musicians. Each year they hold a Fall Showcase to highlight and celebrate the winners of the Astral National Competition; to provide these Artists with the opportunity to develop connections in the industry that will support their careers and artistic growth; and to provide audiences with a premiere musical experience. Astral identifies community engagement as a core component of its artist development program and places diversity, equity, and inclusion at the center of the organization’s work. Quest for the Best was pleased to provide a grant that supported the October 25, 2023 Fall Showcase which was held at World Café Live in West Philadelphia.
