Christmas in Germany, December 2016
Christmas in Germany – Dresden Vespers
A collaboration among Piffaro: The Renaissance Band, Tempesta di Mare, and Choral Arts Society
Photo: December 18, 2015 at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
Credit: William DiCecca
Audio of Wachet auf, ruft uns die stimme, Michael Praetorius available at:
Theodore Presser (1848 – 1925) rose from humble beginnings to become a respected music teacher and publisher. Familiar with the many challenges facing musicians, he established The Presser Foundation which supports music performance and education through undergraduate and graduate scholar awards, operating and program support for music organizations, capital grants for music building projects, and assistance to retired music teachers.
The Presser Foundation was established in 1939 under the Deeds of Trust and Will of the late Theodore Presser. It is one of the few private foundations in the United States dedicated solely to music education and music philanthropy. It is our hope that every institution, organization and individual funded by The Presser Foundation will read about the rich history of The Foundation and the inspiring biography of Theodore Presser.