The Institute brings together Chicago's leading organizations in music education and performance in celebrating the musical achievements of young people.
The talented musicians of the Civic Orchestra of Chicago train with members of the renowned CSO to develop the skills necessary for a career with a professional orchestra.
Select Chicago students in grades 4–12 develop into skilled percussionists under the guidance of percussionists Patricia Dash and Douglas Waddell.
The top young musicians in Illinois gather at Symphony Center to compete for the opportunity to solo with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.