MYAC's choral & crchestral winter concerts feature our ensembles across three events. The performances will take place at Pick-Staiger Hall at Northwestern University. Our afternoon concerts, titled 'For the Love of Music,' are at 1PM and 2:30PM.

1PM Concert: Maestros and Voices Rising Choral Groups, Reading, Cadet and Concertino Orchestras.

Maestros Choral Ensemble directed by Ms. Meghan Mullins. Voices Rising Choral Ensemble directed by Mr. Daniel Ermel. Reading, Cadet and Concertino Orchestras directed by Mr. Patrick Pearson.

2:30PM Concert: Philharmonia and Concert Orchestras

Philharmonia Orchestra directed by Mr. Patrick Pearson. Concert Orchestra directed by Dr. Allan Dennis.

As the region’s largest youth music ensemble program, MYAC offers unparalleled orchestral, chamber, jazz, and choral music education of the highest quality. We empower nearly 1000 students annually of all ages and abilities, from over 70 communities in Illinois, Wisconsin, and beyond to study and rehearse at our home in Highwood, Illinois.

"Building a home with the power of music to enrich the lives of our students and community."

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2/15/2026 For the Love of Music Concerts

Afternoon Concerts featuring Choral & Orchestra ensembles and O'Malley Foundation National Concerto Competition Winner