From the Board of Directors-

I first met Peter Robb on the streets of Eugene not long after I moved here to found Willamette Repertory Theatre. During our conversation I mentioned that I had two sons; "Can they sing?" Peter asked. Thus began an 8-year relationship (and counting!) and now two sons who have sung with the Choirs. What impresses me most about their time with the choirs is how complete the experience is. Yes, they get to sing, which they love, but they also learn discipline, respect and a true understanding of how collaborative art works. When I look back at the opportunities they’ve had (an experience their tone-deaf father has never enjoyed), performing with the leading arts groups in our area, I’m stunned. I can't imagine what it must be like for a ten-year-old to sing under the baton of Maestro Riling at the Oregon Bach Festival or to perform with the Eugene Ballet Company in their Nutcracker, or to perform with the Eugene Opera! I believe in the mission of the organization and have great admiration and respect for the leadership that Peter offers. I am on the board to do what I can to further that mission so that more youngsters get the grand experiences that my sons have had!
- Kirk Boyd
OFC Board of Directors