You can join forces with us to keep the WSO strong by sponsoring a student in the WSO Fellows program, who is paid to play in the orchestra. Sponsorship opportunities start at $300.

WSO Fellows are college or graduate students in music who audition for this performance opportunity with the Waco Symphony, where they are mentored by Waco Symphony musicians and Music Director Lawrence Loh. This program provides experiential learning and prepares students for professional music careers; it is unique in the orchestra world.

"The opportunity to play in the Waco Symphony, learn musicality and proper playing techniques under the tutelage of professional musicians, and to perform amazing orchestral pieces under both Maestro Larry Loh and former Maestro Stephen Heyde has been absolutely vital to my growth as an orchestral player. One of my favorite memories was when Time for Three performed Contact by Kevin Puts with us. It was such a treat to both interact and play with them as an ensemble!" —Katie Cox, violin fellow (2023-2026)