• Mock Audition Day

    Elgin Community College 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin, United States

    If auditions feel like a big step, you don’t have to go in blind.

    Our Mock Audition Workshop is a chance to experience the process in a low-pressure, supportive environment. Play your music, get feedback from award-winning EYSO musicians and staff, and understand exactly what to expect.

    📅 Mock Auditions: April 11
    📍ECC Arts Center: 1700 Spartan Dr Building H, Elgin, IL 60123

    This is a great way to:
    • Practice performing under audition conditions
    • Receive constructive feedback
    • Ask questions about the audition process
    • Get ready for something new!

  • 50th Anniversary Celebration

    McAninch Arts Center 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, United States

    Save the date for EYSO’s 50th Anniversary Celebration! Join fellow EYSO community members from across the decades as we honor 50 years of music, friendship, and impact. More details coming soon—stay tuned!

  • Spring Open House

    Elgin Community College 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin, United States

    Experience the EYSO Difference at Open House! Interested students & families are invited to visit rehearsals, meet current students and staff, and explore the many possibilities available as part of an EYSO ensemble.

    Free
  • Infinite Possibilities – 1:30 PM

    Infinite Possibilities
    Blizzard Theater at ECC Arts Center 1700 Spartan Dr Building H, Elgin, IL, United States

    As part of EYSO’s 50th anniversary, this concert explores the future of our musical journey. From avant-garde works to bold new initiatives, students investigate time, intention, and the possibilities that lie ahead.

  • Infinite Possibilities – 4:30 PM

    Infinite Possibilities
    Blizzard Theater at ECC Arts Center 1700 Spartan Dr Building H, Elgin, IL, United States

    As part of EYSO’s 50th anniversary, this concert explores the future of our musical journey. From avant-garde works to bold new initiatives, students investigate time, intention, and the possibilities that lie ahead.

  • Infinite Possibilities – 7:00 PM

    Infinite Possibilities
    Blizzard Theater at ECC Arts Center 1700 Spartan Dr Building H, Elgin, IL, United States

    As part of EYSO’s 50th anniversary, this concert explores the future of our musical journey. From avant-garde works to bold new initiatives, students investigate time, intention, and the possibilities that lie ahead.

  • 2026-2027 Auditions

    Elgin Community College 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin, United States

    EYSO is for everyone. For instrumentalists from 4th grade to college, playing for 2 years or 12, EYSO aims to find a place for each student to grow in one of our five orchestras, specialty ensembles, and the one-of-a-kind Chamber Music Institute. Audition for to find YOUR place at EYSO from May 28-31.