TYKO on Tulsa’s Channel 2!

The  piano is traditionally a solo instrument with limited opportunities in  local and professional orchestras. The Tulsa Youth Keyboard Orchestra (TYKO), a  501 c(3) nonprofit organization, has a mission to provide opportunities  for young pianists in northeastern Oklahoma, in order to expand their  knowledge and experience in the areas of orchestral training and  performance. Our goal is to inspire creativity, self-confidence, and a  love for music in an exciting and joyful environment. TYKO  provides the first collaborating, sight-reading, rehearsing, performing,  and socializing environment for all local students. Being a piano  student is no longer a solo venture - join the fun this season!

Comprised  of 10-12 keyboards, each orchestra will learn arrangements of popular,  seasonal, and classical pieces composed for piano and orchestral  ensembles. TYKO is a performance orchestra - not a group piano class!   Each student will have their own part that they are responsible for.  Students will acquire knowledge in following a conductor, learning to  balance tone with their peers, excel in sight-reading, the list goes on!

Don't have a keyboard? No problem!  We will provide one for you at rehearsals and concerts.  

All  members must be current piano students.  Don't have a teacher?  No  problem! Contact us and we will send you a referral list of teachers in  your area.  

Rehearsals  are scheduled on Monday afternoons in South Tulsa. We follow the Jenks  Public Schools calendar and will not have rehearsals on holidays or  breaks. Performance opportunities will include the Brush Creek Bazaar,  Woodland Hills Mall, Mayfest, and more!  Check out the calendar: