Alumni Spotlight
Since 1947
The CKYO Alumni Spotlight is to showcase former members of the Central Kentucky Youth Orchestra. The spotlight not only celebrates the success of these former musicians but also shows them in their current roles, inspiring the current members and demonstrating the impact of CKYO in the community.
David Seder
David Seder (trombone) is currently studying Trombone Performance at the University of Kentucky under Professor Brad Kerns. He is the University of Kentucky Symphony Orchestra 2018 Concerto Competition Winner...
Tracy and Will Lovan
Will Lovan (trumpet) is a 2014 graduate of SCAPA Lafayette. He is a current Music Education and Music Performance major at the University of Kentucky. Will was a member of Central Kentucky Youth Orchestras for six years serving as the principal trumpet of the symphony his last two years...
Mary Ogletree
Mary Ogletree (violin), CKYO participant from 1963-1968, attended the University of Michigan for a Bachelor of Music in Violin Performance and University of Kentucky for her Master of Music and Doctorate of Music in Violin Performance and Padagogy with a minor in music theory...
Daniel Pendley
Daniel Pendley (bass), CKYO participant from 1995 to 1998, continued his passion for music at the University of Cincinnati where he studied Bass Performance...
Liz Knowles
Liz Knowles (violin) participated in the orchestras from 1983-1989. After graduating high school, Knowles attend SUNY Stony Brook to study Violin Performance and Music. She has juxtaposed her love for classical violin with her passion for Irish fiddle in many ensembles...
Samantha Davis
Samantha Davis (french horn) participated in the orchestras from 2001-2007. Upon graduation of high school, Samantha attended the University of Kentucky...