Young Artists Celebration Concert

Young Artist Celebration Concert

MusicFest Northwest Young Artist Winners, Spokane Youth Symphony Orchestra, and Spokane Youth Philharmonic perform with the Spokane Symphony

Join us for an evening of music, inspiration, and community as the Spokane Symphony proudly shares the stage with promising young musicians. This special concert is a joyful tribute to the next generation of artists, showcasing their talent, passion, and dedication alongside the seasoned brilliance of our professional orchestra.

Experience the excitement of debut performances with the Spokane Symphony by MusicFest Northwest Young Artists Winners. Then, feel the energy as the Spokane Youth Symphony Orchestra and Spokane Youth Philharmonic perform “side-by-side” with the Spokane Symphony—filling the Fox with artistry, mentorship, and intergenerational collaboration. Families, music lovers, and curious minds of all ages are invited to celebrate the achievements of incredible student musicians and the power of live symphonic music.

Learn more about the winners of The Young Artist Competition here.

DOORS 6:30PM | SHOW 7:30PM

Ticket Information:

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Phone: 509-624-1200

Box Office: The Fox Theater, 1001 West Sprague Avenue

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2026 Young Artist Winners

Program

Ruslan and Lyudmila Overture, Mikhail Glinka

Piano Concerto in A Major, K. 488, Mvt. I: Allegro, W.A. Mozart

Bassoon Concerto in B-flat Major, K. 191, Mvt. I: Allegro, W.A. Mozart

Tuba Concerto, Mvt. I: Allegro deciso, Edward Gregson

Scottish Fantasy, Op. 46, Mvt. IV: Finale; Allegro guerriero, Max Bruch

The Impresario Overture, W.A. Mozart

Spanish Dance No. 1 from La Vida Breve, Manuel de Falla (arr. Simpson)

Highlights from West Side Story, Leonard Bernstein (arr. Mason)

Gabriel Roller

Gabriel Roller is currently pursuing a Master of Music in Bassoon Performance under Dr. Javier Rodriguez at the University of Idaho. Mr. Roller received his Bachelors of Music Education from Northwest Missouri State University studying under Dr. Joseph Tomasso. Mr. Roller has performed as principal bassoon, second bassoon, and contra-bassoon in ensembles such as the University of Idaho Orchestra and Wind Symphony, National Intercollegiate Band, CBDNA Intercollegiate Honor Band, and many more. After completing his master’s degree, Mr. Roller plans on studying abroad, pursuing a performance career, and pursuing a career in university education.

Linda Ouimette

Linda Ouimette is a 16-year-old pianist from Spokane, Washington and studies piano with Barbara Miller. She began playing piano at the age of six and has received numerous awards and recognitions throughout her musical studies, including multiple Gold Medals and Adjudicator’s Choice at MusicFest Northwest, a WSMTA State Recitalist Winner, and receiving an Honorable Mention award in the MTNA Junior Piano Competition. An honor roll student at Lewis and Clark High School in Spokane, Washington, she is actively involved in student leadership and community service through several school organizations, including serving as President of the Tri-M Music Honor Society. Outside of music, Linda enjoys spending time with her six-year-old brother, Teddy, helping him with his piano studies, and going on walks with her two dogs.

Michael Perry

Michael Perry is a senior Music Education major at Whitworth University. He is a native of Richland, Washington, and graduated from Hanford High School. Michael is the principal tubist in the Whitworth Wind Symphony and bass trombonist in the Whitworth Jazz Orchestra. As a sophomore, he won the university’s annual Concerto Competition, earning the opportunity to perform with the Whitworth orchestra. After completing his degree, Michael plans to remain in Washington and pursue a career as a music educator.

Sage Sorensen

Sage Sorensen lives in Pendleton, Oregon and started playing violin at around the age of 5. She has been studying with Spokane Symphony concert master Mr. Mateusz Wolski since 2020...