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in developing their careers. Musicians can apply for support. It was Rhinegold Charity of the Year in 2018. The organization supports classical,

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. CMF artists include Anna Cavaliero (soprano), Echéa Quartet (string quartet),

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(piano), Giacomo Susani (guitar), and Rosalind Ventris (viola). CMF is based at Church House,

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References

External links

CMF website
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