Lake Forest Symphony 

performs Anton Bruckner's 

Symphony No. 5

Bruckner Fest

with the winner of Music Institute of Chicago Concerto and Aria Competition

Sibelius Violin Concerto

Laura Park, winner 2012 Music Institute of Chicago Concerto Competition

Bruckner

Symphony No. 5 in B-flat

Friday and Saturday
March 2 & 3, 2012
8:00 pm

The James Lumber Center
for the Performing Arts in Grayslake
more info and directions…

Pre-Concert Talk at 7:00 pm

For tickets, call 847.295.2135

Elgin Symphony Orchestra Watch your mail! 2012-2013 season subscription renewals are on their way to our season ticket holders! Watch for details!  Quick Links Our Web Site Order Tickets Donate to the ESO ESO is grateful for 2011-2012 support from the following sponsors: IHC Construction Companies, LLC  Daily Herald Media Group Illinois Arts Council Great seats begin at just $25! 847-888-4000 elginsymphony.org  How the West Was Won February 17, 18, 19  Stephen Squires, conductor Mike Runyan, harmonica Years have passed since the golden days of Westerns on TV and in movies. And yet, the rugged spirit of the Old West remains exciting. We love to talk trivia about the actors, plots and theme songs of these time-tested favorites. So start humming the theme to Bonanza, saddle up, and join   the ESO on a rollicking trip through the Old West as the orchestra performs a wide selection of favorite themes. Match wits with fellow concert goers in a "match the music" game. Harmonica soloist Mike Runyan puts the crowning touch on our Western atmosphere.  Concert Details   Friday, February 17, 1:30 p.m. Saturday, February 18, 8 p.m. Sunday, February 19, 3:30 p.m. All concerts for How the West Won take place at the Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way, Elgin.  Free and ample parking is available just footsteps away from the concert hall. You are invited to use our valet service for $10. Quantity discounts are available for valet vouchers purchased in advance.  Come for the music, stay for the chili! Friday, February 17, 4-8 p.m., Hemmens Cultural Center, Elgin Howdy!  Sample chili from four area restaurants and vote for your favorites. Enjoy premium beer samples, fresh cornbread and a visit from our harmonica soloist. Tickets are $20 each, but only $10 if you attend the concert! Contact Julie Baker at 847-888-0404 for details orpurchase online.