About us

The earliest inspiration for what would later become the Oswego Music Hall of Fame, Inc. can be traced back to 1990, when Nancy Spereno helped coordinate a presentation during HarborFest recognizing several local musicians with keys to the city. It was a heartfelt early celebration of Oswego County’s musical talent and helped nurture the idea that local musicians deserved ongoing recognition.

In 2015, community member Dan Batchelor brought the idea forward again, helping renew interest in celebrating Oswego’s musicians.

These early moments, together with the kindness and encouragement of many contributors, helped shape what would grow into the Oswego Music Hall of Fame (OMHOF) — now an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit devoted to celebrating our county’s musical heritage and supporting its next generation of musicians.

The Oswego Music Hall of Fame, Inc. is dedicated to honoring exceptional Oswego County musicians and supporting the next generation of local talent through our annual music scholarship.

Each year, we celebrate outstanding contributors to our county’s musical heritage and provide a scholarship to a deserving Oswego County high school student pursuing music in college.

The Oswego Music Hall of Fame, Inc. is committed to helping young musicians grow. Through our Keep the Music Playing initiative, we support Oswego County music teachers, students, and school programs in practical and meaningful ways.

We’ve been able to assist with private lesson opportunities, provide classroom instruments and music materials, and help teachers meet small but important needs that enrich their students’ musical experiences.

Our support may look a bit different from year to year, but the heart of it never changes: encouraging a love of music in Oswego County’s children and giving them the opportunity to learn, play, and discover their talents.

To see examples of our recent school support, visit our Community Impact page.

The Oswego Music Hall of Fame, Inc. is supported by a dedicated team of volunteers who work year-round to make our mission possible. Their time, talent, and commitment help us honor musicians, support students, and strengthen music in Oswego County.

• Brian Klefbeck — President
   
• Nancy Spereno — General Coordinator
  (tickets, performers, talent support, event coordination)
   
• Bill “Fuzzy” Wiltsie — Talent Coordinator
   
• Norman Berlin — Secretary
   
• Melissa Klefbeck — Website

• Sonia Lough- Berlin- Board Member
   
• Carol Dillabough — Board Member
   
• Don Beshures — Board Member
   
• Julia Simpson — Board Member

Junior Board Members

Our Junior Board brings energy and a student perspective to OMHOF’s events and community efforts.

• Dylan Klefbeck
   
• Ethan Cliff
   
• Emily Simpson
   
• Alessia Braun
   

With gratitude:
We extend heartfelt thanks to volunteers, families, musicians, technicians, and early contributors whose support continues to help OMHOF flourish.

The Oswego Music Hall of Fame, Inc. is proud to be a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, made possible through the generosity of local musicians, families, teachers, and community members who believe in keeping music alive in Oswego County.

We are grateful for everyone who has supported this mission — from past contributors who helped shape the early years, to the volunteers and musicians who continue to give their time and talent today.

Together, we keep the music playing.