School concerts

School Concerts

Introduce your students to the excitement and wonder of classical music with concerts that are designed especially for children and performed by members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra! Choose from three different series: Once Upon a Symphony for Pre-K, Elementary School Concerts for grades K-5 and Youth Concerts for grades 6-12. Tickets are free for groups from Chicago Public Schools, keep an eye on the FAQ page for more information about transportation for CPS schools.

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CSO for Kids: School Concert Series

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Thomas Wilkins raises his baton once again to conduct the Chicago Symphony Orchestra as he probes the importance of creating a community of belonging.
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Grammy-nominated children's-music songwriter Justin Roberts joins conductor Andrew Grams and the CSO for an investigation of the musical instruments in an orchestra.
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A lonely duckling blossoms into a stunning swan, realizing true beauty comes from within in this musical tale of self-discovery, acceptance and inner strength.
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Four farm animals set off for Bremen to become musicians. Along the way, they find a house full of robbers. Teaming up, they outsmart the thieves and discover newfound courage.
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Conductor Mei-Ann Chen and members of the CSO embark on a musical exploration of air, fire and water — the elements that create balance on planet Earth.
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Join legendary singer-songwriter Natalie Merchant for a program featuring a vibrant array of instrumental groups and musical styles. Perfect for ages 3-12.
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