The University of Illinois Springfield Music Program and the  [ISO] have joined forces in a new Partnership in Education and Civic Engagement. The partnership is intended to enrich the cultural, educational, and career-training opportunities of ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½s, and to extend the reach of both organizations into the community. The UIS Music Program and the Illinois Symphony Orchestra share a longstanding commitment to engaging the arts to make positive change in the community. Guided by the shared values of quality education, engaged citizenship, and community involvement, the partnership will offer a host of opportunities for musical, cultural, and educational enrichment. Read more about how the UIS Music Program and the Illinois Symphony Orchestra join forces in a new Partnership in Education and Civic Engagement.


Education

As the largest professional orchestra in Central Illinois, the Illinois Symphony Orchestra brings a vital industry presence to campus. In addition to ongoing educational opportunities in arts management and music performance, ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½s will gain unique opportunities to apply their knowledge through experiential learning. Educational and career-building opportunities include:

  • Arts Management Internships with the ISO and ISO Youth Programs
  • Guest lectures, workshops, and masterclasses with ISO musicians and visiting guest artists
  • The UIS Orchestra will be under the direction of the Assistant Conductor of the ISO
  • The ISO Civic Orchestra merges with the UIS Orchestra
  • Individual instrumental lessons with ISO musicians on select instruments
  • Coaching opportunities with the ISO youth
  • Side-by-side concerts with the ISO and ISO Youth Ensembles
  • Free rehearsal and concert attendance at ISO concerts

Civic Engagement

Civic Engagement is central to the mission of ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Springfield and of the Illinois Symphony Orchestra. Both organizations are dedicated to engaging knowledge, time, and resources to create a positive impact on the community. Civic engagement initiatives of the Partnership include:

  • Shared event programming:
    • lectures
    • masterclasses
    • concerts
  • Side by side concerts between the UIS Orchestra and ISO Youth Ensembles
  • Music Education Advocacy – Starter Strings and the UIS Community Music School
  • UIS Camerata students guest coach ISO Youth Ensembles
  • Community-based learning
  • Service learning

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