Call for Commissioned Artist
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Call for Commissioned Artist

The Elgin Symphony Orchestra (ESO) proudly invites local Fox Valley artists to submit their applications for a unique opportunity to develop work in direct collaboration with the Orchestra. One artist will be selected to create reproduceable two-dimensional art …  

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Become an ESO Volunteer Usher
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Become an ESO Volunteer Usher

The Elgin Symphony Orchestra is seeking volunteers with a passion for assisting patrons at its live orchestra performances.

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Harry Eng named Board Chair
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Harry Eng named Board Chair

Harry Eng, a distinguished Army veteran and a retired tax and finance expert, has been named Chair of the Board of Directors of the Elgin Symphony Orchestra.

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ESO interview with Spotlight Chicago
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ESO interview with Spotlight Chicago

Marc Thayer, CEO of the Elgin Symphony Orchestra, was interviewed about the ESO’s free summer concerts and the Symphony’s upcoming 76th season by Sarah Jindra and Ji Suk Yi on WGN’s Spotlight Chicago on July 2, 2025.

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Supporter Spotlight: Mally Miceli
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Supporter Spotlight: Mally Miceli

Donor Spotlight: Mally Miceli has long been involved in the Elgin arts scene as a devoted attendee and supporter. We asked her about her involvement with the ESO and why the Orchestra is special to her.

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Five Questions with ESO Principal Cellist Matthew Agnew
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Five Questions with ESO Principal Cellist Matthew Agnew

Matthew Agnew, Principal Cellist with the Elgin Symphony Orchestra, will be featured in the orchestra’s January 25 and 26, 2025 concerts, where he will play the Saint-Saëns Cello Concerto No. 1.  Tickets for the concerts are available on our website.

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ESO apparel and home goods now available
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ESO apparel and home goods now available

In celebration of our 75th season, the ESO has created t-shirts, hooded sweatshirts, hats, coffee mugs, blankets, coasters, and more with our exciting new 75th Anniversary logo. Items are available on ETSY online.

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