OYSing

Lyric Theatre’s production of ANNIE Opens Only 1 Week from TODAY!

ANNIE runs June 16-21 at the Civic Center
🎟 Tickets available at lyrictheatreokc.org or 405-524-9312 📞

Summer Season Tickets also available at: https://lyrictheatreokc.com/subscribe/

A String Quartet joined OYSing! Cantare during Domine Fili Unigenite from Gloria at our We Are the Music Makers Spring Concert. The quartet consisted of Julie Warren and Sawyer Madden on violin, Chelsea Hart on cello, and April Webb on bass.

Adding a string quartet to a choir performance provides a rich sound without overpowering the singers.

The strings beautifully harmonize with the human voice, offering an enhanced emotional depth to the song.

Meet Our New OYSing! Intern: Aidan Anderson!

Aidan Anderson is pursuing a degree in Music Education at the University of Oklahoma, where he sings with the OU Glee Club. He brings more than a decade of choral experience and over four years of teaching experience to OYSing!

Aidan graduated with honors from Bishop Kelley High School in Tulsa, where he was an active member of the jazz choir, men’s choir, and musical theatre program. He also attended the Oklahoma Summer Arts Institute for two years and was twice nominated for the Discovery Awards.

Aidan is excited to share his love of music with our singers while continuing to develop his skills as a future music educator. Please join us in welcoming Aidan to the OYSing! family!

Becky and John Clinton congratulated Sandy Knudson at "We Are the Music Makers," describing her as a stone tossed in water, causing a ripple effect from her influence during her time with OYSing!

Becky founded Children’s Arts Council and in time Norman Children’s Chorus (re-branded to Oklahoma Youth Sing! or OYSing! in 2020). John Clinton is our board president and retired Fine Arts Director for Norman Public Schools. In his tribute he applauded Sandy by saying "She's a wonderful example of an educator, a great teacher, wonderful musician, wonderful conductor."

Becky and John Clinton congratulated Sandy Knudson at "We Are the Music Makers," describing her as a stone tossed in water, causing a ripple effect from her influence during her time with OYSing!

Becky founded Children’s Arts Network and in time Norman Children’s Chorus (re-branded to Oklahoma Youth Sing! or OYSing! in 2020). John Clinton is our board president and retired Fine Arts Director for Norman Public Schools. In his tribute he applauded Sandy by saying "She's a wonderful example of an educator, a great teacher, wonderful musician, wonderful conductor."

Meet Our New OYSing! Intern: Caleb Brandhorst!

Originally from Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Caleb Brandhorst is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Vocal Music Education at the University of Oklahoma. As an active singer, Caleb has performed in a variety of ensembles ranging from amateur to professional groups and currently sings with the OU University Chorale.

Outside of the university, Caleb serves as a staff singer at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Norman and St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church in Broken Arrow. He is excited to work with the talented young singers of OYSing! while gaining valuable experience that will help him grow as a future music educator.

Please join us in welcoming Caleb to the OYSing! family!

Huge congratulations to Betsy Bergthold! We are excited to announce that an OYSing! vocalist was selected as a cast member for Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma’s production of "Annie," running June 16th through June 21st! We are so proud of Betsy and can’t wait to watch her light up the stage!

Adding a little bit of choreography can bring a song to life, creating a stage presence that tells a story for the audience!

When youth participate in choral performances together, they gain confidence and build skills, while experiencing the joy of creating something meaningful together!

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Warming up together in the green room before our concerts does more than just prepare our voices, it sets the tone for the entire performance. This dedicated time allows singers to gently ease into their vocal range and ensure they are ready to step on stage. It creates a moment of focus and connection, helping them center themselves and feel confident before the performance.

Scholarship winners were announced and honored at our Spring Concert. We are so grateful to The Frederick, Kidd, Glover and Cox families for their generosity. Because of your kindness, young voices are lifted in song.

Your support has opened doors, built confidence, and created a space where each child can discover not only their musical gifts, but also their sense of belonging.