We are happy to welcome Ray Salva as our new executive director. A seasoned non-profit professional and year-round resident of Osterville, he assumes the position from long-time Executive Director Elaine Lipton, who has been serving most recently in an emeritus role.
“It’s an honor to become part of this far-reaching and inspiring Cape Cod tradition, ensuring that the joy of live music is accessible to all. I’m absolutely thrilled to be working with such a dynamic Board and truly exceptional artistic directors to bring world-class musicians and ensembles to our Cape community year-after-year,” said Salva.
With more than 20 years of experience working in the performing arts, museum, and social advocacy sectors, Salva has held leadership roles with organizations ranging from Boston’s Handel & Haydn Society to New York City’s American Museum of Natural History. Prior to joining the Festival, he served as the sole development officer for Cape Cod’s largest arts organization, Cape Symphony.
CCCMF Board President David Farer said: “We are very excited to have Ray on board, with his wealth of experience and his enthusiasm. We look forward to working and collaborating with Ray as we approach the Festival’s 44th season and beyond of our beloved Festival, which has been so ably led for the past decade and a half by Elaine as Executive Director, and by our sterling Artistic Directors Jon Manasse and Jon Nakamatsu, who join with us in welcoming Ray to the Festival family.”