The Illinois Symphony Orchestra (ISO) is delighted to partner with Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts and School of Music at Illinois State University. Beginning in late August, ISO will move its concert season to the Center for the Performing Arts Concert Hall.

Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts Dean Jean Miller said, “The collaboration with the Illinois Symphony Orchestra is one that ISO Executive Director Trevor Orthmann and I have been discussing for years. We both understand the value of moving ISO to the Illinois State Center for the Performing Arts on campus to enrich and provide exceptional performance and opportunity for students, patrons, and the community. at large.

Dr. Adriana Ransom, Director of the School of Music, said: “Having ISO on campus will be energizing for the School of Music. Our students will have access to professional-level symphonic performances and exposure to standard and new repertoire. Students will be able to interact with the professional musicians of the symphony, as well as with internationally renowned guest artists and conductors.

Professor of Flute at Illinois State University and Principal Flute of the Illinois Symphony Orchestra, Dr. Kimberly Risinger said, “I think ISU students will benefit from this partnership in many ways. More students will be attending ISO concerts since they have been on campus, and it will be wonderful for them to have this opportunity to enjoy, learn, and grow as musicians.

Illinois Symphony Orchestra Executive Director Trevor Orthmann said, “The Illinois Symphony Orchestra is thrilled to begin a new partnership with ISU’s Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts and School of Music as we strive to provide a solid foundation for the continued growth of outstanding orchestral performances and music education programs. Our partnership with ISU reinforces our mission as we inspire our community through these transformative live music experiences.

The Illinois Symphony Orchestra will perform a full season of live concerts at the Center for the Performing Arts at Illinois State University. To kick off the partnership, ISO will present a free Around the Town “Musical Chairs” concert with a string quartet at 3 p.m. on Sunday, August 28, 2022, at the Center for the Performing Arts. During the show, the public will have the opportunity to change seats between plays to discover the room and select seats for the upcoming season.

For more information on the upcoming Around the Town “Musical Chairs” concert, visit ilsymphony.org.

The Illinois Symphony Orchestra is the largest professional orchestra in central Illinois serving more than 35,000 patrons in the communities of Bloomington-Normal, Springfield and the surrounding area with a symphony orchestra, chamber orchestra and Concerts for Kids series in each community. In addition to concerts, the orchestra’s music education and outreach programs serve kindergartens and elementary schools through Itsy Arts and Music Matters educational programs and reach middle and high schools, universities, community organizations and centers for the elderly through guest artist residencies and performances by musicians and ensembles. ISO also has an active Around the Town chamber music series and a virtual Sunday at Six Recital series. The Illinois Symphony Orchestra has a budget of approximately $1.3 million.

In July 2020 ISO acquired the Sangamon Valley Youth Symphony (SVYS) organization which was started in the early 1970s by parents, music teachers and musicians to maintain the string programs and orchestra of young people in Springfield and surrounding communities after the elimination of all school bands. programs. Now, the Illinois Symphony Youth Orchestra (ISYO) programs consist of beginner and junior strings, a preparatory orchestra, a concert orchestra, and a symphony orchestra serving more than 150 students. ISO also has a Partnership in Education and Community Engagement (PEACE) with ISU-School of Music.

Tickets

The Illinois Symphony Orchestra offers a variety of ticket options, including single event, season passes, and group packages. Season tickets for concerts held at Normal can be ordered beginning at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, August 30, and physical order processing will begin on Monday, September 12. Season tickets can be purchased in person at the Center for the Performing Arts Box Office 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, or by phone at (309) 438-2535. Season passes are not available online at this time.

Individual tickets go on sale at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, September 27 and can be purchased in person, by phone or online. The box office will also be open two hours before all performances.

For more information about the 2022-23 Illinois Symphony Orchestra season, email Illinois Symphony Orchestra Executive Director Trevor Orthmann or call (217) 522- 2838 x 2.

For those in need of accessible housing or for additional inquiries, please contact the Illinois State University Center for the Performing Arts ticket office at (309) 438-2535 or email [email protected] IllinoisState.edu.