Join us at Carnegie Hall

A Grand Concert Honoring
the Dean of American Opera

June 20, 2026 | 8pm | Carnegie Hall

Celebrate the 100th birthday of Carlisle Floyd, one of America’s most influential opera composers, with a landmark Centennial Concert at Carnegie Hall on June 20, 2026. This unforgettable evening features world-renowned artists, orchestral musicians, and the choirs of the University of Houston and Florida State University, performing beloved favorites like “Ain’t It A Pretty Night” alongside rarely heard works and selections from Willie Stark and Cold Sassy Tree.

Featuring

Christopher James Ray, conductor
Gabriella Reyes, soprano
Edward Nelson, tenor
Reginald Smith, Jr., baritone
Ryan McKinny, bass-baritone

With special host

Jake Heggie, composer

And the choirs of

Florida State University
University of Houston

Centennial Concert Sponsors:

Florida State University Sponsor ($50,000): Sallie & Dubose Ausley
University of Houston Joint Sponsors ($25,000): Edgar Foster Daniels Foundation, Patrick F. Taylor Foundation
Special Support ($25,000): Florida State University, Gordon P. Getty, University of Houston
Conductor Sponsor ($20,000): John Shannon & Jan Serr
Artist Sponsors ($10,000): Martha & Jeremy Solomon, Heidi Munzinger & John Shott

Donate Now.

We invite you to take part in this extraordinary occasion by becoming a sponsor of the Carlisle Floyd Centennial Concert at Carnegie Hall. Your support will bring this vision to life and ensure that Floyd’s music continues to inspire future generations.

Sponsorship includes a range of exclusive benefits—premier seating at Carnegie Hall, invitations to artist receptions, behind-the-scenes access, and national recognition.

Premier Sponsorship Levels

  • Presenting Sponsor – $100,000
    Two first-tier boxes, top billing, artist reception, national recognition, and more

  • Premier Sponsor – $75,000
    One first-tier box, prominent recognition, backstage and VIP access

  • Distinguished Sponsor – $50,000
    First-tier seats, chorus rehearsal access, artist events

  • Contributing Sponsor – $25,000
    Meet the conductor, first-tier seats, full recognition

  • Supporting Sponsor – $10,000
    Second-tier seats, program listing, and VIP reception

Additional Giving Levels

  • Benefactor – $5,000
    Two premium tickets, printed recognition

  • Patron – $2,500
    Two concert tickets, program and website listing

  • Sustainer – $1,000
    Printed and digital recognition

  • Friend – $500
    Program and website listing