Overview What’s Included Venue Schedule FAQs Register Terms Symphony Hall Series Event Perform at Orchestra Hall at Symphony Center A landmark Chicago stage, a focused event-day format, and an unforgettable performance goal for your orchestra. The Chicago Symphony Center Event invites select school, youth, collegiate, community, and adult orchestras to perform at Orchestra Hall at Symphony Center. This one-day experience combines on-stage clinics, educational workshops, lunch, and a polished concert featuring three participating ensembles, with Encore managing the event from start to finish. Request Event Details View Schedule What’s Included A focused event day with the essentials handled. The Chicago Symphony Center Event gives directors a professionally coordinated day centered on focused learning, ensemble growth, and performance at Orchestra Hall. 01 On-Stage Clinic Each participating ensemble receives a focused 45-minute clinic on stage at Orchestra Hall. 02 Educational Workshops While one orchestra participates in its on-stage clinic, the other groups attend educational workshops. 03 Concert Performance Three participating ensembles share the afternoon concert, with approximately 30 minutes of performance time for each group. 04 Lunch Lunch is included during the event day, giving participating groups time to reset before the concert. 05 Encore Coordination Encore provides planning guidance, event-day coordination, and production support from inquiry through performance day. Note Transportation Transportation is not included in the program price. Encore can discuss optional travel support or broader planning needs upon request. Venue Spotlight Orchestra Hall at Symphony Center Orchestra Hall at Symphony Center gives participating groups a professional concert-hall setting in the heart of Chicago. For student musicians, performing at Orchestra Hall creates a clear artistic goal and a memorable culmination to the day’s clinics and workshops. The venue brings learning and performance together in a setting designed for orchestral music. Landmark Chicago performance venue Professional concert-hall setting Memorable stage experience for students and directors Event Schedule A clear event-day flow for directors and students. While one ensemble participates in its on-stage clinic, the other groups attend educational workshops before all three orchestras come together for the afternoon concert. 9:30–10:15 AM On-Stage Clinic 1 One ensemble participates in a focused on-stage clinic while the other groups attend educational workshops. 10:15–10:30 AM Stage Changeover The next ensemble prepares for its clinic rotation. 10:30–11:15 AM On-Stage Clinic 2 One ensemble participates in a focused on-stage clinic while the other groups attend educational workshops. 11:15–11:30 AM Stage Changeover The next ensemble prepares for its clinic rotation. 11:30 AM–12:15 PM On-Stage Clinic 3 One ensemble participates in a focused on-stage clinic while the other groups attend educational workshops. 12:15–2:00 PM Lunch Break Lunch is included for participating groups. 2:00–2:30 PM Concert Preparation Students prepare for the afternoon concert. 2:30–4:30 PM Concert Three ensembles perform at Orchestra Hall, with approximately 30 minutes of performance time for each group. Sunday, May 30, 2027 Three ensembles. One focused day. The Chicago Symphony Center Event combines rotating on-stage clinics, educational workshops, an included lunch, and a shared afternoon concert. Request Event Details Who It’s For Built for orchestras ready for a meaningful concert hall experience. The Chicago Symphony Center Event is designed for ensembles that want a polished, professionally coordinated performance opportunity at Orchestra Hall, paired with on-stage clinics and educational workshops that support musical growth. 01 School Orchestras 02 Youth Orchestras 03 Community Orchestras 04 Collegiate Orchestras 05 Adult Ensembles Frequently Asked Questions Planning details for the Chicago Symphony Center Event. What types of orchestras can participate? School, youth, community, collegiate, and adult orchestras are welcome to inquire. Participation is limited and subject to availability and program fit. How many ensembles will participate? The event is designed for three participating ensembles. Each group will receive an on-stage clinic and approximately 30 minutes of performance time during the concert. What happens while another group is in its clinic? While one ensemble participates in its clinic on stage, the other groups attend educational workshops. Is lunch included? Yes. Lunch is included in the one-day event price. Is transportation included? No. The $599 per-person price does not include transportation. Encore can discuss optional transportation support or broader travel planning needs upon request. What is the program price? The one-day event is $599 per participant. The price includes the clinic and workshop rotations, lunch, and the concert experience. Transportation is not included. Where can I review registration and payment details? Complete registration, payment, cancellation, and program terms will be available on the registration and terms pages before your group is asked to commit. How do we get started? Use the registration link to begin the registration process, or complete the inquiry form with your ensemble type, approximate size, and event goals. Encore will follow up with availability and next steps. Register or Request Details Bring your orchestra to Orchestra Hall. Date Sunday, May 30, 2027 Location Orchestra Hall at Symphony CenterChicago, IL Price $599 per participant Ready to participate? Use the registration link to begin the event registration process. Still gathering details? Complete the form and our team will follow up with additional information. The event is designed for three participating ensembles, so space is limited. Register Now View Terms & Conditions Questions? Contact our team for participation details and planning support. Request Event Details Complete the form below and our team will follow up with additional information about the Chicago Symphony Center Event.