Adrienne Pardee, Development Administrator

Before transitioning to nonprofit development, Adrienne Pardee enjoyed a career as a professional classical singer, performing with major orchestras such as the New York Philharmonic and the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and appearing on stages including Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center.

She was a Tanglewood Music Center Fellow and participated in numerous young‑artist and fellowship programs. Adrienne’s background in the performing arts continues to shape her approach to development, informing her commitment to programs that enrich community life through the arts. In her current role on the development team, Adrienne supports fundraising initiatives, manages memberships, and oversees special events including the Secret Tea Room. She also coordinates the Cultural Arts Series at Van Vleck House & Gardens, helping bring diverse arts and cultural programming to the community. Fluent in German, Adrienne holds degrees in Vocal Performance and German Language & Literature from Northwestern University and a Master of Music from the Manhattan School of Music.