Mission and Pillars

Mission Statement

The mission of the Catalyst Wind Collective is to provide access to musical artistry, inspiration, and service to the Southern California community through diverse programming, a diverse ensemble of artist-musicians, and thoughtful art that reflects the creativity of our beloved community.

Pillars

1. Educational Enrichment

   1. Community (Service & Outreach)

      1. Youth ensembles

      2. Masterclasses

      3. Collaborative experiences

   2. Scholarly/Scholastic Contributions

      1. Scholarly articles/resources

      2. Continuation training for members

      3. Lecture series

2. Innovation

   1. Production

      1. Programming

      2. Commissions

      3. Flexibility/Accessibility

         1. Instrumentation/Ensemble

         2. Venue/Location

         3. Logistics

   2. Social Media

      1. Virtual Performances

      2. Live concert integration

      3. Educational resources

3. Diversity, Equity, & Inclusivity

   1. Personnel

   2. Research & education initiatives

   3. Socio-Cultural Responsiveness/Social Justice Advocacy

      1. Activism

      2. Anti-racist practices

   4. Repertoire/Programming