School Concert: Which Instrument Should I Play?

Nov 14, 2025
Tickets are free for groups from Chicago Public Schools.
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Overview

Five-time Grammy-nominated children’s-music songwriter Justin Roberts joins conductor Andrew Grams and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra for an engaging investigation of the timbres and techniques that make each instrument both unique and a vital part of the orchestra.

Perfect for ages 5-12.

Free tickets and transportation are provided to Chicago Public Schools attending CSO for Kids School Concerts and Once Upon a Symphony. For more information, visit the School Concerts FAQ page.

Pricing
  • Main Floor - $9
  • Boxes - $11
  • Lower Balcony - $9
  • Upper Balcony - $7
  • Gallery - $5
Schedule
Program to include selections from:
Rossini

Overture to William Tell

Roberts

New Work [World Premiere]

Bartók

Divertimento for String Orchestra

Ravel

Le tombeau de Couperin

Bruckner

Symphony No. 4 (Romantic)

Tchaikovsky

Symphony No. 4

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