Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras

10/13/2026

10/06/2026

𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐘𝐒𝐎 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐜𝐞!
└ Immerse yourself in the rich history, vibrant traditions, and world-class performances that make this musical expedition a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Your journey will be guided by a local expert, a dedicated tour manager, and CYSO’s Director of Development, Sierra Salinas, ensuring a tour like no other. Whether you’re a devoted supporter, an adventurous traveler, or a passionate music lover, we invite you to be part of this incredible experience.

Interested in learning more? Visit cyso.org/tour for Companion Tour Details!

10/04/2026

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐀𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐬!
CYSO Alum Hanting Wang shares how her time in CYSO impacted her in ways that transcended the stage. From top orchestras, to board rooms, to classrooms, CYSO alumni take the skills they learn with us as they continue to change the world.

As we celebrate 80 seasons of CYSO, we’re celebrating not only the music our students make today, but the extraordinary people they become - and the many ways they continue to make their mark on the world. Please make your gift by visiting cyso.org/donate before December 31to help bring us closer to our $80,000 goal.

10/02/2026

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟐 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐲 𝐎𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝐎𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥!
└ Enjoy an unforgettable evening as Symphony Orchestra brings beloved works to life, including Joseph Schwantner’s New Morning for the World, Jean Sibelius’ Violin Concerto in D Minor, I. Allegro moderato, Antonín Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9 in E minor, From the New World.Don’t miss this chance to experience powerful performances by Chicago’s talented young musicians!

🎟️ Tickets are available via the link in our bio!

09/28/2026

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐀𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐬!
CYSO Alum Parker Nelson shares how his time in CYSO impacted his future as a professional musician and educator. CYSO provides students from all backgrounds with the problem solving, teamwork, and creative skills necessary to succeed, whatever their future may hold. These are skills that stay with CYSO musicians wherever their journeys take them.

As we celebrate 80 seasons of CYSO, we’re celebrating not only the music our students make today, but the extraordinary people they become - and the many ways they continue to make their mark on the world. Please make your gift by visiting cyso.org/donate before December 31to help bring us closer to our $80,000 goal.

09/23/2026

𝐖𝐞'𝐫𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐃𝐫. 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐝 𝐇𝐢𝐛𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐫 𝐉𝐫. 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬!
└ “I’m excited to join the CYSO Board because I believe deeply in what access to the arts can unlock in young people: confidence, discipline, creativity, belonging, and possibility. Having played instruments growing up, I experienced some of that firsthand.

I’m also drawn to the responsibility of stewardship. CYSO has a rich 80-year history, and serving on its Board means honoring that legacy while asking what our students, families, staff, supporters, and communities need from us today and what we must build for tomorrow. I’m excited to bring my experience in strategy, governance, and organizational alignment to connect those perspectives, strengthen the organization, and position CYSO and its young musicians to thrive for decades to come.”

09/19/2026

This season, we're beginning an extraordinary journey: our 80th Anniversary. We invite you to recognize the generations of musicians who have shaped CYSO and invest in those who will carry its legacy forward. Celebrate 80 seasons of artistic excellence, leadership, and unforgettable memories with a gift to CYSO today, and help us reach $80,000 by December 31.

09/17/2026

Our Fall 2026 Event Calendar is Live!
└ Tickets available now.

09/15/2026

Our parent orientation this past weekend provided essential information about schedules, rehearsals, and more. We have one more round of parent orientations this Saturday, so come prepared with any questions you might have!

09/14/2026

👉 CYSO Parents 👈 Interested in donating to CYSO's Snack Stand? Head to our Amazon Wishlist, link in bio!