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Who We Are

In 2025, we founded the Music Outreach Foundation as three passionate students from the University of Oklahoma who witnessed the transformative power of music in our communities. Our goal was to expand this influence and create a lasting impact through music that would continue long after we graduated.

Music has the power to connect, heal, and inspire. We aim to share this power, making music accessible to all through community outreach, creative education, and philanthropic initiatives.

The Music Outreach Foundation was created to provide national access to music, equipping others with the resources to give.

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Our Directors

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Esther Hodson

Esther is an undergraduate student at the University of Oklahoma working towards a bachelor’s degree in saxophone performance with a minor in digital marketing. She is a passionate advocate for creating inclusive and accessible environments in music, contributing to consortia, performing community outreach, and acting as a mentor for young women in music. Esther works as a creative photographer with the Weitzenhoffer Family College of Fine Arts, where she is able to combine her passions. She is additionally a senior photographer for the OU Daily, an independent, student-produced newspaper at the university, and freelances her own portrait, sports, event, and creative photography work.

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Annelise Huynh

Annelise Huynh is a senior at the University of Oklahoma pursuing a BS in Chemical Biosciences and a BA in Music. Originally from Tulsa, she grew up playing piano and flute, experiences that shaped her lifelong connection to music. Aspiring to become a physician, Annelise is interested in the physiological effects of music in healthcare, particularly for cancer patients. She is a member of the Music in Medicine team at MD Anderson Cancer Center, where she has contributed to scholarly manuscripts and grant initiatives exploring music-based interventions in clinical care. Ultimately, Annelise is committed to expanding equitable access to underserved areas and integrating the arts into medicine.  

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Tyler Herzberger

Tyler Herzberger is a musician, educator, and leader who is dedicated to eliminating barriers to music in his community. While at the University of Oklahoma, he received national recognition for his solo and chamber ensemble performances and was actively engaged with the saxophone community through various professional conferences. Tyler has developed a passion for education and mentorship. He finds that the most rewarding aspect of teaching is being a part of your students' success through advocacy, guidance, and support. He directs a high-achieving private studio that fosters an environment where students can grow not just as musicians, but as people. Tyler works with students, educators, and partner organizations to support outreach efforts and spread connection through music.