In 1973, the Philadelphia Orchestra became the first US orchestra to perform in China; ahead of its 14th China tour, former ambassador David Cohen and his wife pledged $10.5 million to support global tours and new music

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• Former US ambassador David L Cohen and his wife Rhonda R Cohen pledged $10.5 million to the Philadelphia Orchestra, announced October 22, 2026.
• The gift will establish the Fund for Cultural Diplomacy to support international tours, residencies, concerts, recordings and educational exchanges.