Young Virtuosos 2026
An Evening of Chamber Music
Young Virtuosos at the Fordson Hotel
March 22, 2026
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
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We are thrilled to announce our second annual Young Virtuosos: An Evening of Chamber Music, an inspiring night that celebrates exceptional young talent and the power of music to transform lives. Join us for an evening of chamber music showcasing Oklahoma’s premier emerging musical talent, accompanied by drinks and h’ors d’oeuvres, at the beautiful Fordson Hotel (900 W. Main St.).
This special event benefits Oklahoma Youth Orchestras, supporting our mission to nurture young musicians, expand access to high-quality arts education, and create meaningful opportunities for students throughout our community. By coming together for this evening of music and connection, you help cultivate creativity, discipline, and leadership—shaping not only the artists of tomorrow, but the leaders of tomorrow as well.
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This event is open to all — tickets start at $150 ($91 of which is tax deductible).
Sponsor Levels and Benefits
Presenting Sponsor of Young Virtuosos 2026:​
Fordson Hotel
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Platinum Sponsor - $5,000 ($4,610 is tax deductible)
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6 Premium Seats at Young Virtuosos: An Evening of Chamber Music
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6 Complimentary Tickets to OYO’s Season Finale Concert
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Top listing and logo placement on all event materials
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Verbal acknowledgment from the stage during Young Virtuosos: An Evening of Chamber Music
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Name and logo recognition as Platinum Sponsor on the OKYO website
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Recognition in pre-event press releases
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Social media acknowledgment
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Listing in OKYO’s newsletter
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Recognition in the 2025-26 Season Concert Program Book
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Gold Sponsor - $2,500 ($2,240 is tax deductible)
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4 Premium Seats at Young Virtuosos: An Evening of Chamber Music
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4 Complimentary Tickets to OYO’s Season Finale Concert
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Featured listing and logo placement on event materials
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Verbal acknowledgment from the stage during Young Virtuosos: An Evening of Chamber Music
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Name and logo recognition as Gold Sponsor on the OKYO website
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Social media acknowledgment
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Listing in OKYO’s newsletter
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Recognition in the 2025-26 Season Concert Program Book
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Silver Sponsor - $1,000 ($870 is tax deductible)
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2 Premium Seats at Young Virtuosos: An Evening of Chamber Music
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2 Complimentary Tickets to OYO’s Season Finale Concert
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Recognition as a Silver Sponsor on event materials
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Name recognition on the OKYO website
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Social media acknowledgment
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Listing in OKYO’s newsletter
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Recognition in the 2025-26 Season Concert Program Book
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Bronze Sponsor - $500 ($429 is tax deductible)
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1 Premium Seat at Young Virtuosos: An Evening of Chamber Music
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1 Complimentary Ticket to OYO’s Season Finale Concert
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Recognition as a Bronze Sponsor on event materials
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Name recognition on the OKYO website
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Social media acknowledgement
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Listing in OKYO’s newsletter
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Recognition in the 2025-26 Season Concert Program Book
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Individual Tickets - $150 ($91 is tax deductible)
2025 European Tour Contributions
We'd like to express our sincerest gratitude to all of our generous donors. Every gift plays an essential role in helping us move forward and achieve our fundraising goals. Thanks to your support, our students will have the opportunity to explore new cultures, perform in iconic halls, and gain invaluable experiences that will stay with them for a lifetime.
Individual Donors
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Jenifer and Jeffrey Buyten
Kathryn and Joe Rodano
David Woolly
Lisa Harvey-Reed
Mark Parker
Rachel Poe
Jose Batty
Brent Hart in honor of Kris Markes
Raven Cornman
Melissa Wakeley
Jared Davis
Samantha Kerns
Special Thanks to the Following:
Dr. Tess Remy Schumacher & the UCO Chamber Orchestra
Oklahoma City Philharmonic
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Auction Donations Provided By:
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Jeffrey Grogan & Oklahoma Youth Orchestras
Angela Andes
The Lowe Group
Inter City Violin Studios
Rachel Poe
Reian Williams
Hyperbaric Plus
Jenny Marcos
Canterbury Voices
Oklahoma Contemporary
Maria Marcos
OCU Opera & Music Theatre Company
Oklahoma Baroque Orchestra
This Land Yoga
Chicken N Pickle
Armstrong Auditorium
OKC Thunder
Oklahoma City Philharmonic
Global Touch Massage & Ashiatsu
Hydrate You
Lyric Theatre
OKC Broadway
Star Skate
Levi Dobrinski
Threshold Climbing & Fitness
Art Fusion Studio​
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Leap Coffee Roasters
Oklahoma Opry
Oklahoma City Museum of Art
405 Brewing
Kyle Dillingham
Pet Supplies Plus
Peter Markes Music
Tower Theatre
Duncan Brothers Salon
Momster Creations
OK Cider Company
Texas Roadhouse
Kendra Scott
Clarity Coffee
KLLR Coffee
Tower Theatre
Museum of Osteology
Factory Obscura
Ma Der Lao Kitchen
OKCity Opera
Topgolf
Classen Coffee
Elemental
Tess Remy-Schumacher
TGI Fridays
Ellis Island Coffee & Wine Lounge​
Give-Back-Night Partners:
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Boomtown Creamery
Panera Bread
Pei Wei
Raising Cane’s
S&B Burger Joint
Ted’s Escandido
Fundraising Partners:
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The Honey Baked Ham Company
World's Finest Chocolates
Past Tours: Europe, 2025
OYO under the baton of former Artistic Director Jeff Grogan performs at RadioKulturhaus in Vienna - June 5, 2025
Past Tours:
OYO - Europe, 2025
OYO - New York City, 2023
OYO - Europe, 2016
OYO - Europe, 2013
OYO - Dallas, 2012
OYO - Europe, 2010
OYP - Kansas City, 2008
OYO - Europe, 2007
OYP - Kansas City , 2006
OYO - Europe, 2004​
OYO - China, 1981
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