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Unleash Your Kiddo's Inner Monster at MONSTER CAMP!!   Do you have a dramatic kiddo or an adorable little monster at home? Then we’ve got just the thing for you this summer... Introducing MONSTER CAMP - a brand-new 4-day summer camp from BEAT Children’s Theatre — and it’s monstrously fun! At Monster Camp your little thespian will love creating wild, hilarious characters and the crazy stories that go with them — and nothing is more fun than MONSTERS! In this playful, imagination-packed camp, young actors will invent their very own monster characters, act out silly, spooky, or sweet monster stories and explore character creation. Whether your child is a born performer or just loves pretending, this camp is designed for all creative creatures. No experience needed. Just bring your imagination. Register now to secure your monster’s place in the fun. Camp Details: Dates: Monday, August 4th to Thursday, August 7th Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Ages: 8–12 Location: BEAT Studio Tuition: $145 Register here at BEAT Let the monster mayhem begin!

B-I-N-G-O is Back! Join Us July 27 at Silver Moon Brewing!   You're Invited!  Bingo Fundraiser – July 27 We hope you had a joyful Fourth of July! Now that summer is in full swing, we’re excited to bring back one of our favorite events — the Central Oregon Mastersingers Bingo Fundraiser! Our last bingo morning raised nearly $4,000, and we’d love to top that with your help. Come out, have a blast, and support the arts in our community.  Event Details:  Date: Sunday, July 27  Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM  Location: Silver Moon Brewing, Downtown Bend Whether you're a seasoned player or just there for the mimosas and laughs, this is a great way to spend your Sunday!  Why Attend? Win fun prizes  Sip local brews  Support live music in Central Oregon  Bring your friends and family – all are welcome! All proceeds go directly to supporting the Central Oregon Mastersingers, helping us fund performances, bring in guest artists, and grow our presence in the region.  Click Here to Reserve a Chair or Table Be sure to select July 27 before selecting your table or chair.  Planning a birthday, anniversary, or reunion? This is a perfect group outing! Click here for details about the event or how your support helps! Thank You for Supporting the Arts We’re so grateful to have you in our musical community. Your support keeps the choir singing and the arts thriving in Central Oregon. We can’t wait to play some bingo and share some laughs with you on Sunday, July 27!

SUNRIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL PRESENTS INTERNATIONAL AWARD-WINNING PIANIST VITALY STARIKOV! Van Cliburn International Piano Competition Silver Medalist (awarded June 2025) Vitaly Starikov to perform at the Sunriver Resort Great Hall August 12 and 13. The Van Cliburn International Piano Competition is widely considered “one of the most prestigious contests in classical music” (The New York Times, June 2022). From its origins in 1962 through today, it has remained dedicated to sharing music with the largest international audience possible and to launching the careers of its winners. Sunriver Music Festival has the honor of presenting Cliburn medalists every few years and this 48th season August 2-13 welcomes the brand new silver-medalist Vitaly Starikov. “For me, true art is possible only when it is created with conscience and authenticity. I am inspired by those who remain true to themselves, whether through their actions, teaching, or performances.” – Vitaly Starikov, piano. Born into a family of musicians, Vitaly Starikov’s journey started when his parents enrolled him to sing in a children’s music group at age 3, and he went on to Ural Musical School for Gifted Children in his native Yekaterinburg at 7. He made his concerto debut at age 10 with the Ural State Russian Folk Orchestra, and his recital debut three years later. It was at 14 that he committed his life to music. He received bachelor’s and master’s degrees at the famed Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory and is now at the Yale School of Music, pursuing an artist diploma. Recital and chamber music appearances have taken him around the world, notably to Austria, Australia, Slovakia, Israel, Cyprus, Italy, France, Belgium, and Malaysia, with highlights including Sydney Opera House, Queen Elisabeth Hall, and the Great Hall of the Moscow Conservatory. He has performed with the Antwerp and Belgian National Orchestras, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Belarusian State Symphony Orchestra, and St. Petersburg Symphony, and toured with the Orchestre national de Metz Grand Est. Starikov’s appearance in Sunriver on August 12 and 13 is the culmination of Sunriver Music Festival’s August 2-13 concert series, with concerts in Bend and Sunriver. Details and tickets at sunrivermusic.org. ~~~~ Sunriver Music Festival is a year-round nonprofit presenting world-class orchestral performances and supporting music education throughout Central Oregon. Through a commitment to excellence, collaboration and innovation, the Festival seeks to foster a lifelong love of classical music in its many diverse forms. | sunrivermusic.org

SUNRIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW! 48th SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: AUGUST 2-13, 2025 IN BEND & SUNRIVER, CENTRAL OREGON From August 2-13, 2025, Sunriver Music Festival presents its 48th season in two spectacular, historic Central Oregon venues—the Tower Theatre in downtown Bend and the Sunriver Resort Great Hall. Performances feature world-class orchestra musicians and renowned soloists, led by Artistic Director & Conductor Brett Mitchell. The Festival includes four classical concerts, a pops concert, and a family concert, each with the full Festival Orchestra and featured soloists of great acclaim, plus a solo piano concert. The summer concert series opens August 2 at the Tower Theatre and closes August 13 at the Sunriver Resort Great Hall. Tickets at sunrivermusic.org or call 541-593-9310. Sunriver Music Festival also presents free music education events and masterclasses during these two weeks in August. Most orchestra rehearsals are free and open to the public.    Sunriver Music Festival is a year-round nonprofit presenting world-class orchestral performances and supporting music education throughout Central Oregon. Through a commitment to excellence, collaboration and innovation, the Festival seeks to foster a lifelong love of classical music in its many diverse forms. Visit sunrivermusic.org for more information.

Introducing COSA's New Executive Director! (Tanya and Travis pictured here at the Spring Concert series at Mountain View High School) After 7 years of unwavering dedication to the Central Oregon Symphony, Tanya Elia is retiring from the Executive Director position. She is looking forward to spending her time with family, friends, and traveling. However, she will be continuing with COSA on the Board of Directors as our new Treasurer, and we are looking forward to working with her in this new role. COSA in Transition Over the past couple of months, Travis has been working with Tanya, transitioning into the Executive Director position, which he will fully assume this summer. The two have thoroughly enjoyed working together and had the wonderful opportunity to co-host both our Chamber Concerts as well as the Spring Concert series. Dr. Travis Allen is honored to be named the next Executive Director of the Central Oregon Symphony Association. A versatile cellist, educator, and arts leader, Dr. Allen has been a part of the classical music scene in Central Oregon since 1996, when he played cello with COS as a high school student. Known for his dedication to performance, chamber music, and music education, he currently serves as Principal Cellist of the Central Oregon Symphony and is the cellist of the Dove String Quartet. For the past five years, Dr. Allen has served as the Executive Director of the Central Oregon Youth Orchestra (COYO). Under his leadership, COYO has grown in size, scope, and visibility, offering high-quality orchestral training and performance opportunities for young musicians across the region. In addition to his performance and leadership roles, Dr. Allen is a member of the faculty at Central Oregon Community College, where he teaches Music History as well as second-year Music Theory and Musicianship. He holds a Master’s degree in Cello Performance from Portland State University and both a Master’s and Doctorate in Musicology from the University of California, Santa Barbara. During his time in Portland, Dr. Allen performed with members of the Oregon Symphony and the Portland Opera. He continues to perform regularly, including with the Sunriver Music Festival, and will continue to perform with the Central Oregon Symphony as principal cellist. If he’s not doing something musical, he is likely on an outdoor adventure with his wife and daughter.

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