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Donating to CYAS is a great way to enjoy our events with special access to premium seating, special events, all while supporting the next generation of young artists.

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destined for the grand stages of the world…

Artist Sponsorship

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2025-26 Founder’s Board

The CYAS Founder’s Board is comprised of our Concert, Title Chair, and Fellowship sponsors. Founder’s Board members receive exclusive first-choice access to our VIP and Founder’s Events, and maintain direct relationships with members of the CYAS Artist Board.

Our eternal gratitude to the generous donors who come alongside us to sponsor these incredible young artists!

Title Chair Sponsors

Alexander and Rebecca Tseitlin
(On Behalf of Eleos Music)

Christian Winkle

Brent Johnson
(On Behalf of Vision Wealth)

Michael and Irina Tseitlin
(On Behalf of the California Institute of Music)

Fellowship sponsors

Drs. Nancy and William Loos

Amy and Steven Chen

Dr. David and Jessica Amron

Dominic and Kathleen MacAller

Gracie Potter – Detroit Symphony – Principal Trombone

Gracie Potter – Detroit Symphony – Principal Trombone

By admin / December 28, 2024
Congratulations to CYAS Fellow Gracie Potter (2021-24) for winning the Principal Trombone position with the Detroit Symphony!
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Besnik Abrashi – Bass Clarinet – Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra

Besnik Abrashi – Bass Clarinet – Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra

By admin / January 2, 2024
Congratulations to Besnik Abrashi, CYAS Fellow (2022 - 2023) for winning the Bass Clarinet position at the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra!
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Charles Johnson – Boise Philharmonic – BassTrombone

Charles Johnson – Boise Philharmonic – BassTrombone

By admin / December 28, 2023
Congratulations to CYAS Fellow Charles Johson (2021-2024) for winning the Bass Trombone position with the Boise Philharmonic!
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Bobby Nunes – Sarasota Symphony – Principal Oboe

Bobby Nunes – Sarasota Symphony – Principal Oboe

By admin / December 28, 2023
Congratulations to Bobby Nunes, CYAS Fellow 2022-23, for winning the principal oboe position with the Sarasota Symphony!
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Kristina Tsanova – Sofia Philharmonic – First Violin

Kristina Tsanova – Sofia Philharmonic – First Violin

By admin / January 8, 2023
Congratulations to CYAS Principal Second violinist Kristina Tsanova (2022-23 fellow) for winning a position in the Sofia Philharmonic (Sofia, Bulgaria)!
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Justin Ochoa – Los Angeles Philharmonic – Resident Fellowship

Justin Ochoa – Los Angeles Philharmonic – Resident Fellowship

By admin / October 11, 2022
Congratulations to Justion Ochoa (CYAS Principal Percussionist 2021-2022) for his resident fellowship with the LA Philharmonic!
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Forrest Johnson – Naples Philharmonic – Assistant Principal Trumpet

Forrest Johnson – Naples Philharmonic – Assistant Principal Trumpet

By admin / September 14, 2022
Congratulations to Forrest Johnson (CYAS Principal Trumpet 2021-22) for his position with the Naples Philharmonic!
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Henry Bond – New World Symphony Fellow

Henry Bond – New World Symphony Fellow

By admin / September 14, 2022
Congratulations to Henry Bond (CYAS French Horn 2021-22) for his fellowship with New World Symphony!
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CYAS 2025-26 Season Sponsors

Brought to you by the generosity of our concert and name sponsors… 

Eleos Music

Educate | Inspire | Express

Lyceum Oaks Youth Orchestra

Inspiring Youth Through Music

The Colburn Foundation

Standing for Classical Music

City of Thousand Oaks
Christian Winkle

…with as much love and kindness as you can.

California Institute
of Music

Excellence in Music

Friends of Musical Arts
Virtuosi USA Concert Series

San Diego, CA

Vision Wealth

Leadership, Trust, Stewardship

TOArts

Where the arts thrive for all.