Celebrate the start of a dazzling new season!
Right after the concert, join us at the Hemmens’ brand-new reception space for an unforgettable evening with Music Director Chad Goodman and musicians of the ESO.

• Open Bar & Seasonal Bites

• DJ & Dancing

• Dress Code: Festive Flair

Commemorate loved ones at this special event, in partnership with Gail Borden Public Library and the City of Elgin. Vocalist José Carlos Díaz returns, and Elgin’s own BFH once again joins the ESO in this unique collaboration.

The ESO Brass and Percussion sections come to St. Charles for a concert of Holiday music including arrangements of The Nutcracker, Sleigh Ride, Joy to the World, and more!

Chad Goodman, conductor

The ESO Brass and Percussion sections come to Barrington for a concert of Holiday music including arrangements of The Nutcracker, Sleigh Ride, Joy to the World, and more!

Chad Goodman, conductor

No tickets are required to attend this FREE concert. RSVPs encouraged but optional.

The ESO Brass and Percussion sections come to Schaumburg for a concert of Holiday music including arrangements of The Nutcracker, Sleigh Ride, Joy to the World, and more!

Chad Goodman, conductor

The musicians of the Elgin Symphony Orchestra and actors of point2pointproductions bring The Hunchback of Notre Dame to life in the Hemmens Cultural Center. Based on the timeless Victor Hugo novel, showcasing music from Disney's Academy-Award nominated 1996 animated film and incorporating new songs by the legendary creative team of Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz, The Hunchback of Notre Dame is a live concert-style performance not to be missed.