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Opportunities for current members of EYSO.

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Webster University 2025-26 Audition Dates

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Study at Birch Creek
Summer Music Academy

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Join the Elgin Area YEP group with the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley

Audition Dates and Contact Info

In Webster University’s Department of Music, students collaborate in noteworthy performance ensembles, integrate the study of music theory, history, and literature into practice, and pursue excellence on a primary instrument in applied lessons — all under the direction of outstanding artists and teachers.

Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), Webster offers 16 undergraduate and graduate programs including Music Education, Instrumental and Vocal Performance, Composition, Songwriting, and a first-in-the-country Bachelor of Music in Music Direction for Musical Theatre.

Our curriculum promotes a collaborative environment while fostering a lifelong habit of excellence in performance, creativity, scholarship, and teaching.

Audition Dates for the 2025–2026 Academic Year:

  • Friday, November 14, 2025
  • Friday, December 5, 2025
  • Friday, January 23, 2026
  • Friday, February 20, 2026
  • Saturday, February 21, 2026
  • Friday, April 10, 2026
  • Friday, May 29, 2026

To learn more, contact us at music@webster.edu or visit webster.edu/music for additional information and to view the performance calendar.

Application now open
This summer, be part of something extraordinary at Birch Creek’s Symphony Session, where you’ll perform alongside world-class faculty and celebrate with inspiring guest artists and accomplished alumni in our landmark 50th season. There are openings for violists with merit and need-based scholarships available. Open to students aged freshman-current seniors in high school. https://www.birchcreek.org/summer-music-academy-registration
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Youth Engagement in Philanthropy (YEP) gives local high school students the opportunity to learn about fundraising, grantmaking, and community impact.

Through YEP, students gain hands-on experience in philanthropy while exploring the many ways to serve their community. Participants take on leadership roles, expand their perspectives, and build valuable skills that prepare them for success in high school, college, and beyond.

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Learn more and apply to the new Elgin Area Cohort at CFFRV.org.

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Summer Programs at New England Conservatory

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Summer programs at New England Conservatory invite passionate musicians from across the globe to immerse themselves in an unparalleled summer music experience. Aspiring young talents and seasoned performers alike will find programs catering to a diverse range of interests and skill levels.

Programs include:

Summer Orchestra Institute Summer Chamber Music Young Artist Program Summer Band Institute Summer Vocal Insistute Jazz Lab Early Music Institute Arts Leadership Institute Summer Intensive Applications are now open for Summer 2026! Learn more about our new programs below and request more information for the latest updates. .