NRO 2022 Annual Report

2022

ANNUAL REPORT NATIONAL REPERTORY ORCHESTRA

MICHAEL STERN, MUSIC DIRECTOR

Fellow Feature “Coming to the NRO has been a dream of mine for many years.

It has been even more wonderful than I had hoped. I have gained a lot of confidence through my experiences and built long-lasting relationships.

It truly has been

Photo: Elaine Collins

life-changing.”

– Elizabeth Kapitaniuk, clarinet

HOMETOWN:

EDUCATION:

FUN FACT:

Wheaton, Illinois

DePaul University, Master of Music in Clarinet Performance, 2019-2022

Elizabeth is a music director at a church where she often performs lead vocals, percussion/drums, or synth playing.

FAVORITE COMPOSERS: Johannes Brahms Gustav Mahler Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart 2 | 2022 ANNUAL REPORT | NROmusic.org

Wheaton College Conservatory of Music, Bachelor of Music in Music Education, 2013-2017

Table of Contents

Fellow Feature – Elizabeth Kapitaniuk

2

Mission & Vision 4 From the CEO 5 Music Director Highlights 6 Fellow Feature – Jory Lane

7

Your 2022 National Repertory Orchestra

8-9

The People Behind the Mission

10 – 11

Audience and Community

12 – 14

Alumni String Quartet 15 Guest Conductors 16 Special Guests 17 Fellow Feature – Dan Dardon

18

Bell, Stern and Bernstein 19 Financial Summary

20 – 21

Alumni Spotlight – Josephine Stockwell

23

Spotlight on Philanthropy

24 - 25

Fellow Feature – Justin Ochoa

26

Awards of Excellence 27 Program Supporters 28

Contributing Photographers: Elaine Collins @breckhappens

Joshua Geurink @cinematicjosh

Photos are consistent with and representative of public health guidelines at the time the image was taken. Some persons may be wearing face masks by personal choice or by recommendation of the venue, organization, town or county.

Cover Photo: Jessamyn Fry, co-principal cello

National Repertory Orchestra PO Box 6336 | 111 S. Main Street, C7 Breckenridge, CO 80424 970-453-5825 | NROmusic.org MICHAEL STERN, MUSIC DIRECTOR

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Changing Lives Through Music!

MISSION The National Repertory Orchestra is a preeminent intensive summer music festival developing diverse, thoughtful, and socially conscious musicians through experiential learning. We inspire young musicians to be great leaders in their communities while Changing Lives Through Music!

VISION Breaking barriers between education, performance and community to develop 21st century musicians!

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Together Again/

From the CEO

Photo: Joshua Geurink

This festival truly was a summer of coming together.

Hello friends, Welcome to the 2022 National Repertory Orchestra Annual Report. We are delighted to share with you our past Summer Music Festival and its successes.

In the pages ahead, you will read about the season by the numbers: musicians, concerts, free events and audience members. But to me, the true measure of an organization is how we affect change in the world around us. These differences are difficult to demonstrate in a calculation but much more rewarding to highlight.

We titled this season “Together Again.” Throughout the festival, we saw the importance of being together, especially while COVID-19 still reared its ugly head. Yes, we inevitably had some cases where musicians were ill. Still, I was proud of our staff and musicians for doing what it took to continue the festival resulting in minimal impact.

Our vision is to break barriers between education, performance and community to develop 21st-century musicians!

So, who better to highlight “Together Again” than participants in our 2022 festival? Here are a few statements made by fellows about their experience at the NRO. “There is nowhere I would rather be during the summer: Inspiring conductors, committed colleagues, and an incredible location all come together for one amazing experience.”

“The NRO was my favorite summer festival I have ever attended. This is a result of the community’s support of musicians, the volume and quality of music, and the camaraderie that forms among the orchestra. The beautiful scenery and nature are an added bonus!”

“I thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to perform with young talented musicians and the impact on the community that the NRO has had. I also enjoyed spending time with the host families in the beautiful scenery of Colorado.”

For me, that’s all we need to know! This festival truly was a summer of coming together. None of our accomplishments happen without you. As you venture through the pages, think about your most meaningful memory from this summer. Then ask yourself, what would life in Summit County be without the National Repertory Orchestra?

Please consider a gift today to support the musicians. Together we are Changing Lives Through Music!

Dave DePeters

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Music Director Highlights

Photo: Joshua Geurink

THE 2022 CONCERT SEASON WITH MICHAEL STERN

BIG NEWS:

Michael Stern Extends Contract with the National Repertory Orchestra Through 2024 - Read all about it here!

BIGGEST TAKEAWAY:

“Cohesion. It exists not only among the musicians but throughout the Festival: the connections with our committed staff, a devoted audience, and the larger community. At other summer festivals, creativity, energy, and a sense of adventure are always a goal, but I have never experienced a more tight-knit community than what I have witnessed at the NRO.”

Read the National Repertory Orchestra Impact Report.

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THE NRO’S IMPACT:

“NRO alums contribute to every corner of music throughout the country, and that will not change. That said, finding meaning and success as a 21st-century professional musician requires new perspectives and skill sets from our aspiring artists.

The world has changed, and the competition within the profession has only become fiercer. The need for artists to make their voices heard is more urgent than ever. The NRO must continue to help our musicians and artists perfect their craft and art and evolve, meet challenges and seize on new opportunities to make music matter in the world.”

THE NEXT THREE YEARS:

“We want to deepen our shared understanding of what it means not only to become a better musician but also to find a way to lead a more fulfilling, meaningful and successful life in music. The NRO is taking a long view in terms of education, programs, projects, guest artists and community engagement. We want the NRO experience for all musicians to be as complete as possible and to build a foundation for this coming summer and the following years.”

MICHAEL STERN , MUSIC DIRECTOR

Fellow Feature “NRO has been an incredible experience.

I have been challenged and pushed in ways both expected and unexpected, but I have vastly improved as a musician in this short time.”

Photo: Elaine Collins

– Jory Lane, violin

HOMETOWN:

FAVORITE COMPOSERS:

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Richard Strauss Antonín Dvořák Gabriel Fauré

EDUCATION:

FUN FACT: Jory loves salad and says, “A good spring mix is the way to my heart.”

Eastman School of Music Violin Performance Performer’s Certificate Candidate NATIONAL REPERTORY ORCHESTRA | 7

Your 2022 National Repertory Orchestra VIOLIN

Jory Lane

CELLO

Anna Black co-concertmaster

An-Chi Lin

Jessamyn Fry co-principal

Henry Jenkins co-concertmaster Christophe Koenig co-principal second

Hannie McGarity Shannon Mustard Cole Perez

Shinae Ra co-principal

Megan Pollon

Kyle Anderson assistant principal

Minkyung Lee co-principal second

Matthew Weinberg

Gabriel Hightower

Lana Auerbach

VIOLA

Amelia Bailey

Julius Adams co-principal

Sean Diehl Sarah Elert

Nina Weber co-principal

Elise Haukenes

Tyler Joseph Brugmann

Jason Hurlbut Mary Alice Hutton Sam Jarvis Ashtin Johnson Judith Kim Natalie Koh 8 | 2022 ANNUAL REPORT | NROmusic.org

Suzie Chang Isaac King Mengshen Li Nicholas Lindell Gerald Liu Tyler McKisson Marco Santistevan

Joe Kovac Trevor Petersen Haley Slaugh DOUBLE BASS Mark Lillie Logan Nelson Joseph Nuñez Mark Stroud Bakari Williams

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FLUTE

HORN

TUBA

Tyler C. Martin

Hyebin Cha

Ferran Martinez Miquel

Tessa Vermeulen

Colby Kleven

William Yeh

Rachel Nierenberg

OBOE Max Adler

Michael Woodard

Jeehoon Kim

Forrest Albano

Elizabeth Kapitaniuk Michael Miller BASSOON Sarah Bobrow Brigit Fitzgerald Brendon Sill

PERCUSSION Griffin Harrison

TRUMPET

Nickolas Hamblin

Hamza Able

Austin Ruff

Jamison Hillian

CLARINET

TIMPANI

Justin Bernardi

Theodore Jackson Justin Ochoa Aaron Smith

Jacob Merrill Patrick Smithers

HARP Claire Thai

TROMBONE Andrew Danforth Yaoji Giuseppe Fu

PIANO Thomas Steigerwald

Derek Gullett BASS TROMBONE Declan Wilcox NATIONAL REPERTORY ORCHESTRA | 9

The People Behind the Mission

BOARD OF TRUSTEES Pam Piper Yeung, President Rick Poppe, Vice President Anne Mills, Treasurer John Landon, Secretary Libby Bortz Sam Bufford Barbara Calvin

Johanna Gibbs Dan Kapustka Patrice Lara Sally Queen Beth Steele Emily Wahl Stephen Worrall

NRO SUSTAINERS The Sustainers are past board members or significant contributors to the National Repertory Orchestra of their time, talent, and treasure. The Sustainers are likeminded people who raise awareness and funds for the Orchestra to ensure that live orchestral music is available for future generations to enjoy, both locally and globally.

Paul Finkel, Co-Chair Sandra Mortensen, Co-Chair Murray and Marlene Altman Carlie and Terry Barnhart Michael Altenberg* and Libby Bortz Ann Brewster Barbara and Jim Calvin Geraldine Cohen M.A. Deen JoAnn Falletta John Fielder

Robert and Nancy* Follett Nancy and Tom* French Annette and Gerry Fricke Pamela and Reggie Gray Robin Hadley Annette and Ken Hallock Joan Manley Houlton John Krakauer* Anne and John* Kern Jane and Don* King Anita and James Kreider

Patrice and Ron Lara Anne and Bill* Mills Harriet Neiman Ann and Tom Rader Barbara Strauss Kate and James* Taucher Jack Thomas* Pam and Sonny Wiegand Lou Wagner Dr. Glen and Bobbie Zelkind *Deceased

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NRO LEGAL COUNSEL

Barbara Vonderheid, Vonderheid and Associates, P.C. Sonny Wiegand, Wiegand, Attorneys and Counselors, LLC

ENDOWMENT TRUSTEES John Landon Ron Lara Anne Mills Bruce Queen John Stafford Barbara Vonderheid

ACCOUNTING

Gerald Fricke (Volunteer) Breckenridge Bookkeeping

YEAR-ROUND STAFF

Dave DePeters, CEO Michael Stern, Music Director Carl Topilow, Music Advisor Åsa Armstrong, Director of Development Carrie Benefiel, Director of Marketing Debbie Higgs, Director of Finance Danial Howard, Director of Operations and Education Mary Quinn, Office and Housing Manager

2022 SUMMER STAFF Darrin Blume, Production Manager David Bullman, Orchestra Manager Paul Gunther, Principal Librarian Kristin Baird, Community Engagement Manager Grey Fulmer, Assistant Librarian Liam McBane, Assistant Production Manager Lea Baumert-Patterson, Stage Manager David Schreck, Recording Engineer

2022 SUMMER FELLOWS Joe Buzelli, Production Fellow Rachael Chen, Marketing Fellow Dan Dardon, CEO Assistant Fellow Amanda Frampton, Personnel Fellow Brittney Geurink, Development Fellow Joshua Geurink, Marketing and Photography Fellow Claire Salli, Artist Liaison Fellow Aidan Taylor, Production Fellow Nicole VerMeulen, Development Fellow Taylor Zin, Library Fellow

Photo: Joshua Geurink

In keeping with our dedication to equal rights and opportunities for all people, the National Repertory Orchestra is committed to fostering an organizational culture where all people are treated fairly, valued for their differences, and given equal opportunities to maximize their success.

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Audience and Community The eight-week National Repertory Orchestra summer festival featured 79 musicians animating Summit County and beyond with 105 live performances that reached 17,296 music enthusiasts.

5,127

CONCERTS

OPEN ,2

51

78

REHEARSALS E

S

CONCERTS

3 FREE

6,166 INDIVIDUALS ATTENDED 87 FREE MUSIC EVENTS

2

15 TICKETED

6,003

11,130 INDIVIDUALS ATTENDED 18 ORCHESTRA PERFORMANCES

AT T E N D E

36

COMMUNITY PERFORMANCES

3,888

92%

What audience members said they liked most:

WOULD RETURN TO

AND the remarkable program curation by the music director

FOR ANOTHER

√ Quality of music √ The music selection variety

OF SURVEYED AUDIENCE

MEMBERS SAID THEY

SUMMIT COUNTY

CONCERT SEASON

√ High level of professionalism of the amazing young talent

100% OF AUDIENCE MEMBERS SAID THAT NRO COMMUNITY

ENGAGEMENT PERFORMANCES

ENHANCED THEIR EXPERIENCE

IN SUMMIT COUNTY.

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CONCERT BENEFICIARIES: BUILDING HOPE SUMMIT COUNTY KEYSTONE SCIENCE SCHOOL SUMMIT COUNTY FIRST RESPONDERS

YOUTH AND MUSIC EDUCATION Through collaborative partnerships, music lessons and bilingual music initiatives the NRO engaged pre-K and K-12 students in the classroom and throughout Summit County and beyond.

OCEANS OF POSSIBILITIES A collaborative, national summer reading program • Main Branch Library, Frisco • South Branch Library, Breckenridge • Vail Public Library

NRO at Breckenridge Library

SONIC BOOM!™ The NRO presented Sonic Boom! for preschools and day camps in Summit County. The initiative was an entertaining “how-to” series that established a foundation for listening to and appreciating music for young listeners. Inspired by the musical storytelling of Sergei Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf, the program integrated illustrated stories with music to promote music literacy and guide young audiences in “audiation” – connecting music and imagination. Sonic Boom! was developed by Callan Milani, a 2010 NRO alumnus.

Summit County Music Lessons Scholarships (SCMLS) The National Repertory Orchestra supported music education in Summit County.

Through SCMLS, middle and high school students already engaged in a music program received equitable access to private instruction with local musicians and teachers.

20 STUDENTS RECEIVED SCHOLARSHIPS IN

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YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP AND AWARDS THE NATIONAL REPERTORY ORCHESTRA, SUMMIT HIGH SCHOOL ARTS SCHOLARSHIP The NRO is honored to support the hopes and dreams of a graduating Summit High School senior pursuing a degree in the field of Arts or Arts Administration with a scholarship, annually.

FUTURE CITY COLORADO COMPETITION The Future City Colorado Virtual Regional Competition was held on Saturday, January 22nd, 2022. Team Risaikuru from Liberty Classical Academy was the winner of the National Repertory Orchestra STEAM Ahead Award by creatively incorporating art and culture in their waste-free city design by using principles of a circular economy.

VOLUNTEERS We cherish our volunteers who work tirelessly to support the NRO musicians, staff, and the community year-round through: • Committees • Community Link Programs • Open Rehearsals • Special Events • Ushers

173 VOLUNTEERS

5,726

NRO Ushers

VOLUNTEER

HOURS

VOLUNTEER TODAY! NROmusic.org As a local organization with a global reach, the NRO is dedicated to Changing Lives Through Music, by educating and entertaining people of all ages, fostering talent, creating future audiences, and inspiring creativity in students, families, teachers, and lifelong learners.

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Alumni String Quartet

Audrey Lee

violin NRO Alumna 2016 & 2018 NRO Alumni String Quartet 2020

Edwardo Rios

viola NRO Alumnus 2015 & 2017 NRO Alumni String Quartet 2020

The National Repertory Orchestra Alumni String Quartet supported free and interactive community engagement events through Summit County and beyond.

Sara Page

cello NRO Alumna 2017 & 2018

Sabrina Parry violin NRO Alumna 2017

ALUMNI STRING QUARTET PERFORMANCE VENUES: Blue River Plaza, Breckenridge Barney Ford House Museum, Breckenridge Newman Center for the Performing Arts Donor Reception, Denver Silverthorne Performing Arts Center, Silverthorne Wind Crest Senior Living Community, Highlands Ranch NATIONAL REPERTORY ORCHESTRA | 15

Guest Conduvtors

Carl Topilow, NRO Music Advisor

Teddy Abrams

Nic McGegan

Tania Miller

Jason Seber

Steven Schick

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Special Guests

Joshua Bell, violin

Larisa Martínez, soprano

Connor Bogart O’Brien, vocalist

Jamie Bernstein, speaker

ARTIST IN RESIDENCE Ms. Javian is Chair of Career Studies at the Curtis Institute of Music and a leader in the Community Engagement field. Her teachings nurture social interaction, helping NRO musicians create innovative and experiential programming to connect with diverse audiences.

Mary Javian NATIONAL REPERTORY ORCHESTRA | 17

Fellow Feature “My summer at NRO as the 2022 CEO Administrative Assistant Fellow was extraordinarily rich in learning and practice. It was an INVALUABLE experience for me when I was at a crossroad in my professional and educational career.

I would highly recommend spending a summer with the National Repertory

Photo: Elaine Collins

Orchestra in Breckenridge!”

– Dan Dardon, CEO Administrative Assistant Fellow

HOMETOWN: Chicago, Illinois EDUCATION: Vanderbilt University, Bachelor of Music 2023 18 | 2022 ANNUAL REPORT | NROmusic.org

BEST ADVICE YOU HAVE EVER BEEN GIVEN? “Never be comfortable with just good enough.”

FUN FACT: Dan studied Tuba Performance with Gil Long of the Nashville Symphony and often performs with Chattanooga Symphony.

He also filled in for the NRO during the 2022 concert season!

Bell, Stern and Berstein

On Saturday, July 9, 2022, the National Repertory Orchestra made its debut at the June Swaner Gates Concert Hall at

CONCERT

ATTENDEES

786

THE STARS ALIGNED FOR THE MUSICAL EVENT OF THE SUMMER!

the Robert & Judi Newman Center for the Performing Arts for Bell, Stern and Bernstein in memory of Kathie and Michael Massey, NRO Board President (2019 – 2022).

The event starred world-renowned violinist, Joshua Bell and was presented by CPR Classical.

SAVE THE DATE: Midori Serenade - Denver Michael Stern, conductor Midori, violin Sunday, July 23, 2023 | 3:00 PM Tickets: $5 - $85 nro.newmantix.com

Management for Mr. Bell: Park Avenue Artists, parkavenueartists.com.

Mr. Bell records exclusively for Sony Classical – a MASTERWORKS label.

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Financial Summary Revenue 2022 Contributions

$

701,160

Fundraising Events

$

153,558

Concert Revenue

$

298,094

Audition Tour

$

59,120

Miscellaneous

$

6,234

Endowment Distribution

$

237,588

Total Income

$

1,455,754

Fundraising Events

$

122,232

Marketing

$

73,962

Education & Concert Production

$

574,055

Miscellaneous

$

3,261

Personnel

$

544,679

Administrative

$

138,940

Unapplied

$

350

Total Expense

$

1,457,478

Net Income

$

(1,724)

Expenses

Endowment Fund Beginning Balance $

2,708,182

Contributions $

144,828

Dividends and Realized Gains/Losses

($50,319)

Distributions ($237,588) Market Change

($296,051)

Closing Balance

2,269,053

$

Thanks to generous supports during the 2022 concert season, the NRO received $612,949 in deferred funding for the 2023 concert season.

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Financial Summary

REVENUE Contributions Fundraising Events Concert Revenue Audition Tour Miscellaneous Endowment Distribution

EXPENSES Education & Concert Production Personnel Administrative Fundraising Events Marketing Miscellaneous Unapplied

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NATIONAL REPERTORY ORCHESTRA

Music Lives Here!

MIDORI SERENADE Michael Stern, conductor

SUMMER

MUSIC

FESTIVAL

Midori, violin

On the Program: Samuel Barber: Medea's Dance of Vengeance Leonard Bernstein: Serenade (after Plato’s Symposium) Iván Enrique Rodríguez: Luminis Maurice Ravel: Daphnis et Chloë, Suite No. 2

Saturday, July 22, 2023 Riverwalk Center, Breckenridge

Sunday, July 23, 2023 Newman Center for the Performing Arts, Denver

Midori by Nigel Parry

Scan for the complete NRO concert schedule and ticket info!

MICHAEL STERN, MUSIC DIRECTOR

Changing Lives Through Music!

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Program is subject to change at any time.

NROmusic.org

@NROmusic

Alumni Spotlight - Josephine Stockwell

HOMETOWN: Benicia, California EDUCATION: Oberlin Conservatory, Bachelor of Music Northwestern University, Master of Music WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU HAVE GIVEN YOUR YOUNGER SELF? “Keep trusting the process and don’t forget to breathe when things feel intense!”

FUN FACT: Josephine was a competitive figure skater!

I remember how excited I was when I was invited to join the NRO and the responsibility I felt to rise to the occasion. One of my favorite parts of the experience was having a host family and getting to see Breckenridge through more than a tourist’s eyes. That summer was also a special one for me socially as I was lucky to have a collection of friends I felt a strong sense of belonging with.

And, I hiked Fourteeners for the first time in my life which was so thrilling and satisfying!

My time there also felt like important growth for me in becoming an independent adult, navigating the thrilling and intense environment around me, trying to make the most of all the music-making, communitybuilding, appreciating nature, and being present as much as possible.

I grew to trust my ability to do focused work under pressure before rehearsals and concerts because we often had such limited time to prepare. I also gained lots

of tools from the conductors we worked with that I think about to this day in rehearsals with other orchestras.

As a member of the Israel Philharmonic, I am using many skillsets I strengthened and learned at NRO. First and foremost, how to do effective work on new repertoire quickly (we have lots of performances and quite an intense schedule compared to other orchestras). I also learned how to view each standpartnership as a dance as that was always changing at NRO and I needed to adapt (same here in Israel where sometimes I have a different standpartner for every concert).

Beyond music, I had to be courageous with navigating a new country and culture. The experience is so much more thrilling when I embrace it, and I definitely was pushed out of my comfort zone at NRO in many ways (and all for the best!). Those experiences at the National Repertory Orchestra paved the way for the skills I have now.

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Photo: Elaine Collins

Spotlight on Philanthropy

The National Repertory Orchestra is immensely grateful to the many individuals, philanthropic foundations, government agencies and corporate partners who contributed to the Orchestra in Fiscal Year 2022.

$612,949

Restricted Fund Contributions

$1,458,937 PHILANTHROPIC DONATIONS

$514,035

Individual Contributions

$187,125

Grant and Foundation Contributions

$144,828

Endowment Contributions

IN-KIND CONTRIBUTIONS

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Carl Topilow Society Named in honor of Carl Topilow,

Music Director of the NRO, 19782020. The society was launched in 2021 to continue to strengthen

SUPPORT YOUR ORCHESTRA! There are many ways to make a tax-deductible and tangible difference to the National Repertory Orchestra and the future of classical music.

Please visit NROmusic.org/donate to learn more about giving opportunities that aligns with your philanthropic goal.

NRO’s vision of breaking barriers between education, performance, and community to develop 21st century musicians.

The premier recognition society honors philanthropists who give $10,000 annually in support of the National Repertory Orchestra with extraordinary music experiences and meaningful access to the Orchestra.

MICHAEL STERN , MUSIC DIRECTOR

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Fellow Feature “NRO really immersed me in a lot of serious repertoire at a high level.

It was like orchestra boot camp in the most helpful way possible, which will benefit me as I start a fellowship with the Los Angeles Philharmonic in the fall.”

– Justin Ochoa,

Photo: Joshua Geurink

percussion

HOMETOWN:

EDUCATION:

FUN FACT:

San Antonio, Texas

University of Texas at Austin, Bachelor of Music, 2019

FAVORITE COMPOSERS

Colburn School, Master of Music, 2023

Justin enjoys Boxing and has been throwing punches in the ring since 2018!

Olivier Messiaen Pierre Boulez Gabriela Ortiz 26 | 2022 ANNUAL REPORT | NROmusic.org

Awards of Excellence MICHAEL ALTENBERG LEADERSHIP AWARD

Anne Mills

This award was created in honor of those individuals who have demonstrated exceptional foresight, fortitude and dedication to the NRO’s mission. The recipient sets a standard of patronage, volunteerism and financial support that few have achieved.

OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD

Cap and Suzy Iliff Witzler

This award is given in recognition of outstanding service, dedication and support of the NRO.

OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD

Sally and Bruce Queen

This award is given annually to an individual or couple that demonstrates long-term exemplary support, not only of the NRO but many Summit County non-profit organizations.

ROBIN HADLEY PHILANTHROPY AWARD

Bob Follett

This award is given in recognition of the unparalleled financial support of the NRO and other arts and cultural organizations in Summit County.

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Program Supporters

Special thanks to the following funders and partners for supporting critical programs that share the power of music with all.

GOVERNMENT SUPPORTERS

EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SUPPORTERS

Barbara Strauss and Paul A. Finkel

Pat and Steve Larson

LODGING PARTNERS

Rotary Club of Summit County

Slifer Smith & Frampton Foundation

MEDIA PARTNERS

CREATIVE & EVENT PARTNERS

COLLABORATION PARTNERS Breck Film Festival

Building Hope Summit County

Breckenridge Creative Arts

Lake Dillon Theatre Company

Breckenridge History

Summit School District

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NATIONAL REPERTORY ORCHESTRA

Photo: Elaine Collins

SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL June 24 – August 12, 2023 Breckenridge, CO

Changing Lives Through Music!

GUEST CONDUCTORS JoAnne Falletta Jeffrey Kahane Ken-David Masur Tania Miller Jason Seber Carl Topilow, Music Director Laureate

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GUEST ARTISTS Jeffrey Kahane, piano Midori, violin

MICHAEL STERN, MUSIC DIRECTOR

MUSIC DIRECTOR MICHAEL STERN

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