Board of Directors
Advisory Board
Frankie Ross Honorary Founder
Nancy Ross President, Co-Founder
Allan Diamond Legal Counsel
Peggy Winters Creative Director, Acting Secretary
Steven Vann Acting Treasurer, Genealogist
Harvey Granat Chairperson, Entertainer
Susan Berk Berklee College, Concert Producer
Kevin Cole Pianist, Musicologist
Robert Merrill Legends Radio Host, Musician
Michael Levine Musician, Founder of Dallas Brass
Monk Rowe Hamilton College Filluis Jazz Archivist, Musician
Myles Martel Communication/Organizational Strategy Consultant
Vaughn Craddock Technical/IT Advisor
Celeste Miller Public Relations
Honorary Advisors
Michael Feinstein Distinguished Honorary Advisor
Elaine Godowsky Honorary Advisor
Youth Ambassadors
Christopher Hoffman Chief Youth Ambassador, Musician
Benjamin Hobschaidt Musician/Composer, Website Editor
Jamie Merrill Musician
WE ARE
THE GLP
About Us
VISION
Supporting the Gershwin spirit—
A Rhythm that Changed the World
— through programming to inspire, educate and spark creativity across cultures, generations, and genres.
MISSION
The Gershwin Legacy Project Inc. (GLP) is a New York State nonprofit arts education organization dedicated to developing customized programs that:
Share the profound legacy of George Gershwin and his family striving to illuminate George’s enduring influence in music, arts and culture
Inspire future opportunities in music, arts and culture through comprehensive educational programs targeted especially to youth — sponsored by The GLP and collaborators
Document George’s extraordinary journey from humble origins to an iconic figure in American music and culture through a full length documentary by expanding our introductory film “George Gershwin: More Than Music”
Offer historically significant presentations, concerts, gallery exhibitions, and interdisciplinary educational programs, integrating art forms with schools, colleges, universities, and lifelong learners. Including experimental artistic expression activities in art, music, dance, writing, photography, and architecture
Establish mentorships and scholarships in the arts and cultural studies
Deepen public appreciation for the Gershwins multifaceted contributions to American culture while also cultivating an environment where their works and spirit inspire self-expression in individuals of all backgrounds and ages, especially young enthusiasts
