Citations

Presented to Individuals || Presented to Organizations

A Citation is presented to an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the field of music as an educator, performer, composer, legislator, patron of the arts, or entrepreneur.

A Citation may also be presented to companies, corporations, and other organizations which have made significant contributions to the cause and advancement of music throughout America and other parts of the world.

Citations Presented to Individuals
 

• Dr. Roy Ernst – Founder of New Horizons - Presented June 22, 2005

  • “In recognition of his achievements as founder of the New Horizons Music Project at Eastman School of Music that led to the New Horizons Band Movement throughout America, bringing music education and performance opportunities to adults throughout the nation.”

• Dr. and Mrs. William Winspear – Philanthropic Contributions - Presented May 22, 2004

  • “In recognition of commitment to music through music education endowment, philanthropic support for construction of music performance centers, and lifelong furtherance of opera in both the United States and Canada.”

• Virginia Martin Howard – Philanthropic Support of Music - Presented May 15, 2004

  • “In recognition of outstanding contribution to music and in recognition of your lifelong commitment to music through philanthropic support of musicians and musical performances, state and national musical institutions and projects, and musical research.”

• Libby Larsen, American Composer, 1977 Triennial Composition Competition Winner - Presented November 13, 2003

  • "In recognition of outstanding contribution to music as a composer of the 20th and 21st century inspiring performers and listeners everywhere with your talented gift of composition. Delta Omicron recognizes that you are one of our greatest composer's of the day. Through your compositions that are deeply inspired, rich in American spirit, musically clear in its statement of texture, rhythm and melodic contour in all mediums - you inspire us as performer and listener to continue championing the cause of music in every aspect of our daily life."

• Trevor, Kirk - National Patron, Artistic Director, Conductor of Knoxville Symphony Orchestra - Presented February 25, 2003

  • "In recognition of outstanding musical service as Artistic Director and Conductor of the Knoxville symphony Orchestra for many years. Also, a special thank you for involving the choirs of Carson-Newman College throughout your tenure which has enabled our students to participate in performing masterpiece choral works with the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra."

• Carmine Coppola (Posthumously) - Composer, Performer, and Conductor - Presented 22 October, 2000

  • "In recognition of Carmine Coppola's rich history as a performer and composer of film scores and the unique importance of introducing the accordian in the style of serious music through his compositions."

• Pfautsch, Lloyd - Composer, Educator, and Conductor - Presented 16 April, 2000

  • "In recognition of outstanding contribution to the field of choral music as a composer, educator and conductor. Your special talents in composition of choral music have brought joy to church choirs, collegiate and community choruses everywhere. May your compositions of choral music continue to inspire musicians as a participant and listener throughout the world of music."

• Cartwright, Carol A. - President of Kent State University - Presented 1 March, 1999

  • "In recognition of Kent State University's continuing commitment to excellence in advanced professional training for musicians through its sponsorship of Kent/Blossom Music since 1968."

• Horne, Marilyn - Metropolitan Opera Mezzo-Soprano - Presented 1 January 1999

  • "In recognition of outstanding contribution to the world of music as a vocal performer. An esteemed musician that has enthralled audiences with the beauty of her voice and with special sensitivity to song and aria in every language. Your special gift to music has been matched by no other in the field of
    vocal artistry."

• Costa, Mary - Former Metropolitan Opera Soprano - Presented 2 October 1998

  • "In recognition of outstanding contribution to the world of music as a performer, educator to young people, and furthering the cause of music by bringing together opera and mass entertainment. Your illuminating example inspires young musicians everywhere."

• Clayton, James L. - Chairman and CEO, Clayton Homes, Inc., Knoxville, Tn - Presented 6 January 1997

  • "For outstanding contribution to the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra and furtherance of the cause of music in support of the arts in Knoxville, Tennessee"

• Janiec, Henri - Artistic Director, Brevard Music Center, Brevard, N.C. -- Presented 18 July 1996

  • "For outstanding musical service as Artistic Director of Brevard Music Center, 1964-1996"

• Worthing, Richard - Director, Blossom Music School/Festival, Kent, Ohio -- Presented 3 August 1996

  • "For outstanding musical service as Director of Kent/Blossom Music School in Kent, Ohio"

• Holland, Marianne -- Presented in 1983

  • For "Contribution to music as an outstanding educator"

• Clark, Curtis, D.D.S. -- Presented in 1982

  • For "Contribution to the music world in Indiannapolis"

• Baird, Jo Ann Schafer -- Presented in 1979

  • For "Outstanding service to music education"

• Goldman, Richard Franko -- Presented in 1976

  • For "Host and sponsorship of Bicentennial Musical Celebration"

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Citations Presented to Companies, Corporations and Organizations

• American classical music hall of fame -- Presented April 12, 2003

  • "In recognition of outstanding contributions in honoring and celebrating the many facets of American classical music. The goals and objectives of furthering the growth, development and appreciation of classical music through performance, and education will open avenues in developing audiences for classical music in America."

• THE MR. HOLLAND'S OPUS FOUNDATION -- Presented April 12, 2002

  • "In recognition of outstanding contributions to promote instrumental music education nationwide by partnering and connecting with businesses, schools, and communities to provide new refurbished musical instruments to qualified schools and individual students. This achievement has provided important goals for the advancement of music education in the lives of young music students everywhere."

• VH1 SAVE THE MUSIC FOUNDATION -- Presented 18 July 2001

  • "In recognition of outstanding creativity in promoting important initiatives to restore music education programs in America's public schools and to raise awareness of the positive impact music participation has on students of all ages. Since VH1 Save the Music Foundation produces awareness campaigns, musical instrument drives, and fund raising events to help restore instrumental music programs in the public schools, these children are receiving a special musical gift that will last them a life time through this educational process"

• TEXACO FOUNDATION -- Presented 29 July 1999

  • "In recognition of Texaco's commitment to excellence in music education through the Tempo Institute by supporting five communities across the country that are receiving grants for model music education and community partnership programs. In addition, Texaco is also recognized for their longevity of support for the Metropolitan Opera Saturday broadcasts and furthuring the cause of music in this country through their continued support of the arts through many endeavors.

• PROCTER AND GAMBLE COMPANY -- Presented 28 January 1999

  • "In recognition of outstanding contribution to the world of music through support of cultural activities in theater, dance, music, and art. Your support of the arts in Cincinnati has provided free summer Concerts in the Park by the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, the Fine Arts Fund, annual Carol Fest by the May Festival Chorus and sponsorship of Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra events throughout the year. Cincinnati is a better place culturally because of your generous and continual support of the arts."

• NORTHERN TRUST COMPANY OF CHICAGO, ILLINOIS -- Presented 26 June 1997

  • "For furthering the cause of music in Chicago through support of the Lyric Opera, Ravinia, the Chicago Chamber Musicians, and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra"

• MARSHALL FIELD'S/DAYTON HUDSON CORPORATION -- Presented 18 April 1997

  • "For outstanding contribution to arts organizations, Chicago Arts Partnership in Education, and sponsorship with the Chicago Academy for the Arts and WPPR-TV to initiate a campaign promoting the value of arts in education."

• QUANTUM CHEMICAL CORPORATION -- Presented 20 January 1997
  Ronald H. Yocum, Chairman, President and CEO

  • "For outstanding commitment and financial support of the May Festival in Cincinnati, Ohio. Through offering of time, facilities and financial sponsor of the May Festival - the quality of life through the Arts has been enhanced in Cincinnati."

• AMWAY CORPORATION -- Presented in 1982

  • "For sponsorship of 17-Concert Tour of National Symphony Orchestra"

• ROCKEFELLER BROTHERS FUND -- Presented in 1982

  • "For presenting Awards in Arts Education"

• ALLIED CHEMICAL COMPANY -- Presented in 1980

  • "For sponsorship of a series of TV programs aimed at expanding musical understanding"

• AT&T (SOUTHERN BELL) -- Presented in 1980

  • "For sponsorship of American Orchestras on Tour program"

• EXXON CORPORATION -- Presented in 1976

  • "For sponsorship of the Public Broadcasting Service Network"

• ASCAP (AMERICAN SOCIETY OF COMPOSERS, AUTHORS, AND PUBLISHERS) -- Presented in 1965

  • "In recognition of their Golden Anniversary"

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