Sept. 11’s Impact on Arts

While I was glad to read that Los Angeles’ largest arts institutions have not experienced the dramatic downturn in contributions they had anticipated during the fall (“Region’s Major Arts Groups Hold Steady Post-Sept. 11,” by Christopher Reynolds, Jan. 14), I am nevertheless concerned that your article may have created complacency among supporters of mid-size and smaller nonprofit organizations.

Arts managers with whom I speak express a shared concern that the real “post-9/11” impact is yet to be felt, and we must make special efforts to focus our energy and resources on our core programs. It has always been a challenge for us to differentiate ourselves in such a large and thriving arts market. In a time of such uncertainty, however, it is especially important that our patrons realize the value of their support and its power to help us fulfill our missions.

TERRY KNOWLES

Executive Director

Los Angeles Master Chorale