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Music Olympics

Application Deadline :: Closed for 2012

The annual Music Olympics consists of six statewide competitions for young musicians and takes place each February. The winners of the competitions will perform at the Winners' Concert on 19 February 2012 at the Petree Recital Hall, Bass School of Music, Oklahoma City University.

Applications are accepted from music students who live in Oklahoma full-time and meet the age and grade requirements of the particular competition. Details on the competition prizes, general rules and application process are in the 2012 Music Olympics Brochure (link below). For application information, please contact the Oklahoma City Orchestra League at 405-848-6787 or email to orchleag@coxinet.net.

2012 Music Olympics Brochure

2011 Music Olympics Winners

 Competition Requirements: 

Buttram String Competition:
Solo String & String Quartet - Grades 9 - 12
Audition Repertory List - Updated August 2011

Carver Concerto Competition:
Woodwinds, Brass, Harp & Percussion - Grades 9 - 12
Carver Percussion List

Keith String Competition:
Solo String - Students 8th Grade and below
Limited to 25 participants.

Meinders Piano Competition:
Piano - Grades 9 - 12

Gilliam Piano Competition:
Piano - Students 8th Grade and below
Limited to 25 participants.

Donna Marie Haire Classical Guitar Competition:
Classical Guitar - Grades 9 - 12
Limited to 25 participants.

Competition is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
Application made through Orchestra League office.

Winners receive a cash award for their performance at the recital and in some cases are invited to perform as soloists in the OKC Philharmonic's annual Side-By-Side concert.


Information Request.  

Open Rehearsals

Select rehearsals are open to High School and College age musicians as a learning experience. Because this is valuable working time for the conductor and the orchestra, there are restrictions and policies that are enforced. Information about availability and reservations is available by contacting the Philharmonic Education Coordinator.

Restrictions

  • No children under the age of 10 years.
  • Open to students with I.D.
  • Reservations are required. There will be no admittance without advance registration.
  • Reservations must be made by noon the Friday of rehearsal.
  • Admission is restricted to 50 people. Organized school groups may qualify for an exception.
  • Registered attendees must enter through the South backstage doors at the Civic Center Music Hall in downtown OKC; proceed down the ramp and meet with Philharmonic Education Coordinator.
  • Check-in will begin 30 minutes before rehearsal begins.
  • No admittance after rehearsal begins -- no exceptions.
  • Attendees will remain seated in the designated area of the hall until break and must leave the theater using the same door through which they entered.
  • Attendees are not allowed in the backstage area of the stage house.

Open Rehearsals for the 2011-2012 Season

Friday, February 3, 2012:  Sarah Coburn, voice
Friday, January 6, 2012:  Andrew von Oeyen, piano
CLOSED - Friday, November 18, 2011:  Shai Wosner, piano
Friday, October 14, 2011:  Jon Kumura Parker, piano
Friday, September 23, 2011:  James Ehnes, violin

Others:  TBD

Master Classes with the Guest Artists

Talented University music majors are paired with guest artists of the Philharmonic in a lesson before an audience. The public is invited to these free events. Master classes are presented at various university locations and are announced as details are finalized. For the most current information, sign up for the montly Philharmonic eNews.

Rachel Barton Pine will present a master class for violinists. Date and time TBA

Side by Side

Wednesday, April 11, 2012
7:30 pm  :: Civic Center

Tickets $10
Call 405-TICKETS 

The Kirkpatrick Foundation Side by Side Concert program brings together the Oklahoma City Philharmonic and young musicians. 

This year, participants from Oklahoma Youth Orchestra (OYO) will be playing in the Side by Side concert. Those selected rehearse a major symphonic program, and perform it for the public, sitting side-by-side with their professional counterparts in the Philharmonic. Both the preparation and performance by the full ensemble take place under the direction of the Philharmonic’s music director Joel Levine.

In addition, winners from the Music Olympics competition are often invited to appear as guest soloist and perform with the Philharmonic (without the young musicians in the orchestra). Many young soloists have made their symphony orchestra debuts on the Side-by-Side concerts such as the 2011 Carver competition winner Trenton Howard and the 2004 Meinders Piano competition winner Jaymes Kirksey.

Internship Opportunities

The Oklahoma City Philharmonic Orchestra is celebrating its twenty-second season.  Participate in the excitement of presenting one of the region's top orchestras and gain a broad perspective on arts administration, music, and music history. Receive on-the-job training and experience working alongside professional staff.

Intern positions are heavily involved with Education and Marketing/Public Relations including preparation and analysis of sale statistics, support for various promotions, and concert duties. Interns will also receive additional exposure to development, concert production, and general administrative support. This paid internship requires approximately 15 to 20 hours per week.

Intern Application - Application Deadline:  August 27, 2011

Music Resource Guide

The Resource Guide catalogs contacts for music instruction and area businesses that rent and sell new and used instruments. The Resource Guide is distributed during appropriate events, including the Instrument Playground and Discovery Concerts. Link to request a copy.

Student Rush Tickets

Discount tickets for students are available 30 minutes prior to each Classics and Pops concert in our "STUDENT RUSH" program for just $5 each. Students are required to present a valid student I.D. from a high school or college. The Student Rush ticket program is designed for high school and college students who attend a performance as an independent ticket buyer.

One ticket per valid I.D.
CASH ONLY
No guaranteed seating