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“When I learned what would have been her upcoming 100th birthday, I knew we must celebrate her life through music.”

After some careful research, Mickelthwate chose composer Hannibal Lokumbe to write a commemorative piece for orchestra and choir.

“Hannibal is a jazz trumpet player and composer, and after lots of listening I thought he would be perfect,” Mickelthwate said. “He finished the score right before Christmas, and our first rehearsal will be in early May.”

A coordinated project between the OKCPHIL, Prairie Surf Media and KOCO‐TV will also be a surprise part of the Luper tribute concert.

“Oklahoma Stories‐Clara Luper Centennial” will be Saturday, May 13 at the Civic Center Music Hall.

Tickets for all OKCPHIL performances are on sale at okcphil.org or by phone at 405‐TICKETS.