Orchestrating Opportunities
You’re invited to the event of the season:
GTCYS’ annual Orchestrating Opportunities fundraiser!
Sunday, February 16
Orchestra Hall, Minneapolis
3:30pm: Reception & Activities
5:00–6:00pm: Program
What Is Orchestrating Opportunities?
GTCYS’ largest fundraising event of the year to celebrate and support our wonderful young musicians. Enjoy performances from our youth orchestras, including Harmony and Symphony, as well as Concerto Competition winner Ryan Vecchio, who will take the stage in an inspiring program. Proceeds from activities support GTCYS student scholarships and educational programs.
Register by February 11. Admission is pay what you can, and all are welcome!
Schedule of Events
3:30–5:00pm: Reception & Activities
Stop by the lobby to join your fellow GTCYS fans for complimentary light bites, a cash bar, a Golden Ticket Raffle, a Mystery Bag game, and more fun ways to support GTCYS’ students and mission!
5:00-6:00pm: Performance
This short program will inspire you with uplifting stories and performances by GTCYS’ wonderful young musicians, including Harmony, Symphony, and a special solo by this year’s Concerto Competition winner and tuba player Ryan Vecchio.
How to Get Involved
Become a Sponsor
In addition to making a difference for GTCYS students, sponsors receive valuable brand recognition and special perks while helping create access for the broader community to attend this event. There’s something for everyone in a variety of sponsorship levels! For details, please see the Sponsorship Overview Packet.
Donate Gift Cards
Help us find fun prizes for our reception activities! Donate gift cards and vouchers for experiences or connect us with local businesses you know for donations. Contact Jacob West with questions or to submit your donation.
Play in Jupiter
GTCYS students and alumni of all ages are invited to play “Jupiter” from Holst’s The Planets together in this inspirational tradition. Students can register at the link below. Alumni can register with the event registration form. Here’s the 50th anniversary performance of “Jupiter” for reference!
Volunteer
Our community helps make this event possible! Sign up to help pre-event and day-of with the reception or greeting students. Contact Gabbie Holtzman if you are interested in volunteering or fill out our volunteer interest form!