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The 2022 CYSO Gala
March 12, 2022
Marriott Marquis Chicago
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Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras’ mission is to
inspire and cultivate personal excellence through music.
After 75 years of music-making, CYSO continues
to shape generations of young leaders and musicians.
Students collaborate and create in a learning envi-
ronment like no other, developing fundamental skills
including leadership, self-confidence, teamwork, and
resilience. We are committed to educating, encourag-
ing, and empowering each young musician so that they
may pursue personal excellence both on and off stage.
CYSO works with young musicians ages 6-18 in on-site
and school-based ensembles, and offers community
programming reaching audiences of all ages from
across the Chicago region. Our ensembles include
symphony orchestras, string orchestras, steelpan, jazz
band, chamber music, and music composition. We
invest in our community through CYSO@CPS school-
based ensembles and free concerts that reach more
than 10,000 young people annually.
CYSO promotes and provides ensemble-focused
programming because we believe in the power of
community. A young musician’s time at CYSO is a path-
way of opportunity and growth, but they do not walk it
alone. By bringing together young people from across
the region, CYSO students build bonds with those who
come from different backgrounds and share a passion
for music. They develop the skills necessary to thrive
CYSO’S MISSION IS TO as an ensemble. Whether or not a student continues
musical studies after their time in CYSO, young people
INSPIRE AND CULTIVATE leave with increased self-confidence, a strong sense
of discipline, and a deep appreciation for music and
PERSONAL EXCELLENCE the arts.
THROUGH MUSIC Find out more at cyso.org
Celebrat i n g 7 5 y e a r s
CYSO was founded in 1946 by a group
of high school musicians from across the
Chicago region who came together at a sum-
mer music camp. The new friends were so
inspired by the unique camaraderie and mu-
sical excellence they experienced that after
returning home, they came together to cre-
ate an ensemble of their own, then called the
Youth Orchestra of Greater Chicago.
The student-led organization quickly grew
from those original founders into a 113-mem-
ber orchestra made up of students from
across the city and suburbs. The group gave
their very first performance at Chicago’s re-
nowned Orchestra Hall the very next year.
Facing page - Top: Group photo of CYSO’s first
Supported by their families and members of Chicago’s close-knit music community, Orchestra Hall concert in 1947; Center: Musi-
CYSO has grown from that first class of inspired musicians into the musical home for cians leaving suite 833 after rehearsal, 1960s.
hundreds of young players. Today with more than 12 ensembles and 800 students, This page: Top left: Students pose with car,
CYSO musicians continue the legacy of collaboration and excellence as we continue to circa 1986; Top right: Concert Orchestra’s May
2002 performance; Second row: Members of
inspire generations of young musicians.
the 1948 bass section; Third row left: 1981
newspaper clipping; Third row right: Students
As we celebrate CYSO’s 75th anniversary season, we would like to thank the thou- and Maestro Tinkham pose following Lolla-
sands of students, families, staff, and supporters who made this milestone pos- palooza performance with My Morning Jacket,
sible. We’re looking forward to the next 75 years of music! 2007; Right: Music Director Michael Morgan
(left) and students pose outside Carnegie Hall
before CYSO’s debut performance, 1989.
Jenner & Block
is proud to invest
in the CYSO’s mission
to inspire and cultivate
personal excellence SUPPORT THE CYSO RAFFLE FOR
through music. YOUR CHANCE AT A TRIP TO MEXICO!
During tonight’s cocktail hour, be on the lookout for volunteers sell-
ing CYSO raffle tickets. Each ticket purchase supports CYSO programs
Congratulations AND gives you a chance at a grand prize stay at a Mayan-Palace
resort in Mexico! The trip includes a 4-night stay for two adults and two
children. Whether you’re seeking a fun family vacation or a luxurious
on 75 years! private getaway, this is one prize you won’t want to miss out on!
Raffle tickets are $20 each or $100 for a set of 6
Tickets can also be purchased at cyso.org/raffle or by texting CYSORaffle22 to 71777
Raffle sales close this Sunday, 3/13 at 11:59pm. Winner selected on Monday, 3/14.
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Red Carpet & Raffle
Preparatory Strings Performance
7:00 DINNER
Symphony Orchestra Performance
Kaiso Steel Orchestra Performance
Welcome
Shawn O’Leary and Angela O’Banion, Co-Chairs
Mary Dixon & Mark Caro, Masters of Ceremonies
Dinner & Live Auction
Chris Liby, Sayre & Jones Auctioneers
Symphony & Jazz Orchestra Performance
Video Presentation & Paddle Raise
Susan Lape, Executive Director
9:00 PERFORMANCES AND AWARDS
Jazz Orchestra Performance
Note of Excellence Award Presentation
Shawn O’Leary and Angela O’Banion, Co-Chairs
Wynton Marsalis, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Honoree
Todd Stoll, accepting the award on his behalf
Special 75th Anniversary Announcement
Ross Bricker, CYSO Board Chair
Kaiso Steel Orchestra Performance
Symphony Orchestra Performance
P ERFO R MAN C E S P ERFORMANCES
SET 1 - Symphony Orchestra Set 5 - Kaiso Steel Orchestra
Allen Tinkham, Music Director Scott McConnell, Director of Steel Orchestras
Steven Gooden, Symphony Orchestra Assistant Conductor Jaron Woodsley, Steel Orchestras Assistant
Masquerade Masterblaster (Jammin)
Anna Clyne Stevie Wonder | arr. Avery Attzs
September
SET 2 - Kaiso Steel Orchestra
Maurice White, Wayne Vaughn | arr. Scott McConnell
Scott McConnell, Director of Steel Orchestras
Jaron Woodsley, Steel Orchestras Assistant
The Bees Melody
Aldwyn “Lord Kitchener” Roberts | arr. Shelly Irvine Set 6 - Symphony Orchestra
Allen Tinkham, Music Director
Steven Gooden, Symphony Orchestra Assistant Conductor
SET 3 - Symphony & Jazz Orchestras Danzón No. 2
Allen Tinkham, Music Director
Arturo Márquez
Pharez Whitted, Director of Jazz Orchestra
Steven Gooden, Symphony Orchestra Assistant Conductor Excerpt from The Firebird Suite (1919) Finale
Igor Stravinsky
Selections from Swing Symphony
I. St. Louis to New Orleans Overture to West Side Story, Mambo
II. All-American Pep Leonard Bernstein, arr. Maurice Peress
V. Modern Modes and the Midnight Moan
Wynton Marsalis
Set 4 - Jazz Orchestra
Pharez Whitted, Director of Jazz Orchestra
Selections from Chi-Town Suite
Groovement II - Lakeshore Sunrise
Groovement III - Up-South Blues
Derrick E. Gardner
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MASTERS OF CEREMONIES MARY DIXON & MARK CARO Mary Dixon is Morning Edition anchor for WBEZ Chicago. She spent most of the last 25 years waking up with Chicagoans as the morning news anchor and co-host on 93XRT. She was a teen- aged DJ in her hometown of Dixon, Illinois and while studying at NIU in DeKalb before earning an MA in Public Affairs Reporting at the Univer- sity of Illinois – Springfield. She was a reporter for XRT, WGN-TV, and CNN’s Chicago bureau. Mary lives in Evanston with her husband, Mark, and their two daughters. No matter how many times she tries on the Sorting Hat, she is a Hufflepuff. Mark Caro is creator and host of the Caropop pod- cast/website and writes for The New York Times, Chicago magazine and other outlets after more than 25 years of covering culture at the Chicago Tribune. Mark is the author of The Foie Gras Wars, which won the Great Lakes Book Award for general non- fiction, and The Special Counsel: The Mueller Report Retold. He also co-authored Behind the Laughter: A Comedian’s Tale of Tragedy and Hope and Take It To the Bridge: Unlocking the Great Songs Inside You. He created and hosted the “Mark Caro’s Talk- ing in Space” on-stage interview show and the “Is It Still Funny?” film series, which ran for two years at Chicago’s Music Box Theatre. He lives in Evanston with WBEZ morning anchor Mary Dixon, and their two daughters.
CO N D U CT O R S C ONDUCT ORS
Allen Tinkham, Music Director Scott McConnell, Director of Steel Orchestras
Allen Tinkham is increasingly recognized as one of Scott McConnell is an active percussion/steelpan
the most inspiring and exciting conductors and performer and educator. In addition to his role at
teachers of his generation. He is hailed by the CYSO, he can be found working with a number of
Chicago Tribune as both a conductor and teacher, steel ensemble programs in the Chicagoland area
described as working “wonders” conducting with including William Hatch Elementary in Oak Park and
“uncanny control” and as one of Chicago’s most as a faculty member for the percussion and steel-
important “educators, mentors and inspirational band session at Birch Creek Music Performance
guides in the training of tomorrow’s orchestral Center. In these roles, Scott teaches, arranges, and
professionals.” performs on both steelpan and percussion.
As the Music Director of CYSO, Tinkham oversees
Scott’s diverse and eclectic interest in learning
artistic programming and faculty and leads the
many styles of music have led him to a portfolio
Symphony Orchestra as well as CORE, CYSO’s
career that include performances with the Illinois
select chamber orchestra. Tinkham led the
Festival Orchestra, the Harper College Orchestra,
Symphony Orchestra in its Carnegie Hall debut,
South East Steel Orchestra, Starlift Steel Orchestra,
first live broadcast, first recording release, and
and the Carpe Diem String Quartet to name a few.
seven international tours on four continents. CYSO’s
As an advocate and representative of the steelpan,
Symphony Orchestra, internationally acclaimed as “one of the country’s most famous
Scott co-founded Pastiche Steel Ensemble, a professional steelband that focuses on
youth outfits” (Muso Magazine), is regularly broadcast by WFMT and has received numer-
sharing the power and versatility of the steelpan through new collaborations and
ous Illinois Council of Orchestras Youth Orchestra of the Year and Programming of the Year
mediums. Pastiche created the Virtual Steelband, a project that brings pannists from
awards. As an advocate and champion of contemporary music, Tinkham has won nine
around the world together virtually to premiere new steelband music. As a committee
American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) National Awards for
member of the Virtual Steelband, Scott helped bring to life Bella Vista and Pan Kingdom,
Adventurous Programming of Contemporary Music.
two new steelband compositions.
Tinkham is also the Music Director of the Chicago Composers Orchestra, Chicago’s only
professional orchestra performing exclusively the works of living composers. In high Scott earned both undergraduate and masters degrees in percussion and steelpan
demand as a guest conductor and educator, Tinkham has conducted summer festivals and performance from Northern Illinois University, studying with world-renowned pedagogues
NAfME All-State Orchestras throughout the U.S. including the All-Eastern and All-Northwest Cliff Alexis, Greg Beyer, Robert Chappell, and Liam Teague. Upon completion of his masters
Orchestras. He was the Assistant Conductor for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s holiday degrees, Scott continued his study with Liam Teague, complete a performer’s certificate
concerts for six seasons, and he has guest conducted the Colorado Symphony, Kansas City in steelpan studies. In May 2014, Scott completed a second masters degree in recording
Symphony, and the Members of Chicago Symphony Orchestra. media technology, studying with Grammy-winning recording engineer Dan Nichols. During
this time, he worked as the graduate assistant and served as the mastering engineer for the
Tinkham attended the Eastman School of Music, University of Michigan School of NIU Steelband’s latest CD, Dangerous.
Music, and American Academy of Conducting of the Aspen Music Festival. He was invited
to the 14th International Nicolai Malko Competition and the 4th International Conductors
Competition Sir Georg Solti and is a laureate of the League of American Orchestras
Bruno Walter Conductor Preview. Tinkham began his career as Apprentice Conductor at the
Oregon Symphony and before the end of his apprenticeship was appointed Music Director
of CYSO—the youngest to win the post in its history.CO N D U CT O R S C ONDUCT ORS
Pharez Whitted, Director of Jazz Orchestra Daniella Valdez, Director of String Ensembles
There are many moments that can define a man’s Daniella Valdez is the conductor of CYSO’s Prepa-
life and for Pharez Whitted, this is one of them. ratory Strings and Accelerando Strings ensembles.
As he took on the role of CYSO Jazz Director, the She received her musical training at Texas Tech
Chicago Tribune’s Howard Reich wrote that “few University and Northwestern University School of
Chicago musician-educators are more qualified than Music, where she received her Bachelor and Master
Whitted to build the new band, for he commands a of Music degrees respectively.
richly deserved reputation as a trumpet virtuoso,
seasoned educator and irrepressible champion of In 2011, Ms. Valdez joined the faculty staff at
the music.” Maine West High School in Des Plaines as Direc-
tor of Orchestras. In this capacity she conducts
Whitted is humble with his legacy and his deep one full orchestra, two string ensembles and
roots in music go as far back as the 1930’s in India- teaches piano classes. Prior to her appointment
napolis where the Hampton Family Band first began at Maine West, Ms. Valdez was an orchestra direc-
performing. His mother Virtue, his uncle Slide tor at Elm Place Middle School in Highland Park.
Hampton, and the other 10 siblings laid a founda- Her career as a music educator and conductor has
tion with their self-educated and courageous father, led to developing strong and successful orches-
Clarke “Deacon” Hampton, at the helm. With that tra programs. Ms. Valdez is an active judge and
level of determination and talent, Whitted was destined to inherit the gift of music. clinician working with community schools, festivals and workshops. She is an active
member of the Illinois Educators Association and she sits on the board for the Illinois
At the age of nine he found a trumpet in the closet and asked his brother to show him how American String Teachers Association Chapter. She has given clinics at state and national
to play a C major. With that, he was hooked. He began his career in 1982 after earning his conferences and has written several publications for music education journals.
Master’s Degree at Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. He released his self-entitled
debut album with Motown in 1994 and continued recording solo albums ever since. His Ms. Valdez has performed with several ensembles in Texas and in surrounding areas of
most recent, Pharaoh Smooth, was released in 2021. Chicago including the Lubbock Symphony Orchestra, the Abilene Symphony Orchestra,
the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, the University of Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and
One of the greatest gifts that Whitted passes on is his love and appreciation for the the Evanston Symphony Orchestra. Also an accomplished commercial player, she has
music and using it as a tool for peace, inclusion and expression. He instilled this passion in performed on stage with Chuck Mangione, Marvin Hamlish, Toni Tennille, and John
the students that passed through his doors while serving as the Director of Jazz Studies at Pizzarelli. Daniella lives in Chicago and enjoys traveling, cooking and being with family and
Chicago State University and now through his work with CYSO, Jazz at Lincoln Center, and friends.
Ravinia’s Jazz Scholar program. Pharez continues carrying the torch of the Hamptons that
came before him and all of the jazz legends he graced the stage with, not to mention his
recordings and accolades that has prepared him for the next chapter in his career. For
Pharez, this is just the beginning and he’s come full circle to marry his experience and
knowledge with the foundation of education.THE SANDWICKS CELEBRATE N O T E OF EXCELLENCE
CYSO’S 75TH ANNIVERSARY AWARD
We’re Grateful to Maestro Tinkham and the CYSO Staff
Wynton Marsalis, Jazz at Lincoln Center
Wynton Marsalis is managing and artistic director of
Jazz at Lincoln Center and a world-renowned trum-
We’ve witnessed the power of peter and composer. Born in New Orleans in 1961,
CYSO to transform lives through Marsalis began his classical training on trumpet at
our son, Andrew’s experience. age 12, entered The Juilliard School at age 17, and
He is now a member of the Dallas then joined Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers. He
Symphony Orchestra and will join
made his recording debut as a leader in 1982, and
the Boston Symphony Orchestra
has since recorded more than 60 jazz and classi-
in September. CYSO was instru-
mental in helping Andrew find
cal recordings, which have won him nine GRAMMY
his voice and passion for Awards. In 1983 he became the first and only artist
high-level ensemble playing. to win both classical and jazz GRAMMYs in the same
Thank you CYSO for helping year and repeated this feat in 1984.
so many young people Marsalis is also an internationally respected teach-
throughout our city achieve er and spokesman for music education, and has
at the highest-level and
received honorary doctorates from dozens of U.S.
learn how to realize their
universities and colleges. He has written six books;
dreams.
his most recent are Squeak, Rumble, Whomp!
Whomp! Whomp!, illustrated by Paul Rogers and published by Candlewick Press in 2012,
and Moving to Higher Ground: How Jazz Can Change Your Life with Geoffrey C. Ward,
published by Random House in 2008. In 1997 Marsalis became the first jazz artist to be
awarded the prestigious Pulitzer Prize in music for his oratorio Blood on the Fields, which
was commissioned by Jazz at Lincoln Center.
In 2001 he was appointed Messenger of Peace by Mr. Kofi Annan, Secretary-General of
the United Nations, and he has also been designated cultural ambassador to the United
States of America by the U.S. State Department through their CultureConnect program.
Marsalis was instrumental in the Higher Ground Hurricane Relief concert, produced by Jazz
at Lincoln Center. The event raised more than $3 million for the Higher Ground Relief Fund
Andrew Sandwick performing with to benefit the musicians, music industry-related enterprises, and other individuals and
CYSO’s Symphony Orchestra in 2007 entities from the areas in Greater New Orleans who were impacted by Hurricane Katrina.
Marsalis helped lead the effort to construct Jazz at Lincoln Center’s home—Frederick P.
Rose Hall—the first education, performance, and broadcast facility devoted to jazz, which
opened in October 2004.
Here’s to Another 75 Years, CYSO!
John Sandwick & Cynthia Van Osdol Tonight’s CYSO Note of Excellence Award will be accepted by Todd Stoll, Vice President
Education, Jazz at Lincoln Centerannouncing
t h e cyso endowment
During the 75-year history of CYSO, our programs have grown and evolved to meet
the changing needs of our students and their communities. This year, a group of
devoted CYSO supporters have come together to celebrate CYSO’s 75 years by
helping bring to fruition a long-standing goal for CYSO—the creation of a CYSO
Endowment.
The goal of the CYSO Endowment is to raise $5 million over the next five years.
This goal is ambitious but achievable. These funds will help ensure that future
generations of CYSO musicians will always have the support and resources they
need to grow to their fullest potential.
We would like to thank and recognize the individuals who are leading CYSO’s
Endowment efforts:
Ross Bricker
Dr. Louanne Carabini & Shawn O’Leary
Pamela & David Conroy
J. Laurence & Susan Costin
Kelly & Dennis Howe
Jim & Ginger Meyer
Jennifer Myerberg & The Alvin & Louise Myerberg Family Foundation, Inc.
Angela & Dana O’Banion
Stephen and Terry Schwartz Bonita & Delano O’Banion
are proud to support John & Joyce Schladweiler
Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras. Terry & Stephen L. Schwartz
Congratulations on 75 Years of Interested in learning more about the CYSO Endowment? Please let us know and mark
your calendar for a festive reception on May 22 at the Cliff Dwellers Club. For more
Excellence Through Music! information, contact John Schladweiler at john@schladweiler.com, Pam Conroy at
pamconroy@comcast.net, or Susan Lape at slape@cyso.org.s t e elpan funding
Dr. Louanne Carabini a nnouncement
and Shawn O'Leary are
proud to support CYSO We are excited to announce that CYSO has received funding for the purchase
of new instruments for our Steel Orchestras program. Steelpan offers a unique
learning environment in which students are encouraged to learn and grow together
through peer-to-peer learning. The program also helps level the playing field for
students whose financial background makes private lessons and instrument own-
ership difficult. Steelpan students experience instrumental music learning with a
much lower barrier to entry, allowing them to quickly gain skills in a collaborative
environment.
When the new season begins in August, this generous gift will allow CYSO’s
young musicians to not only play and practice during rehearsals, but also allow
for our older instruments to be checked out for personal practice for the very first
time. This will provide musicians with the opportunity to take the skills they learn
during rehearsals and develop a deeper understanding of the instrument at home
throughout the week.
A special thank you to Jennifer Myerberg and the Alvin & Louise Myerberg Family
Foundation for making this possible.75t h a n n i v e r s a r y
diamon d le ve l d on or s
This past fall, our CYSO at 75 campaign raised a record-breaking $86,000. Gifts
made to this effort are helping to support our current programs, students, and
families while shaping what the future means for CYSO through bold plans and
strategic partnerships across Chicago.
Mary & Lionel Go and
Thank you to the parents, alumni, friends, and families who have helped us
Go Forward Insights, LLC
celebrate our historic past and plan the future of music education through your
Congratulate donations. We are so grateful for your support.
Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras
On their 75th anniversary! A special thank you to our 75th anniversary Diamond Level Donors:
Anonymous Brenda & Mark Michuda,
in memory of Matt Mantell
Ross Bricker & Nina Vinik
Martha Nolin
Dr. Louanne Carabini
& Shawn O’Leary Younghee & Bruce Ottley
AFO Technology Group, LLC Teresa Xiong & Hansen Chen Kristine & Nathan Partain
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Nelson Fitch & Veronica Roth Stacy & Joseph Raviv
Angela F. O’Banion, Principal
Dr. Jana L. French & Peter M. Gotsch Helen & Marc Rubenstein
John Jordan Maria & Andy Smith
& Claudia Hernandez-Jordan
Sue Stevens
Lori Julian & the Julian Family
Stephen Streiffer
Foundation
The Benjamin and Bettina Van Cleave
Lisa Moragne-Kayser & John Kayser
Charitable Foundation
Rob & Yuri Kern
Peter E. Manis & Susan Richman
Metcalf Family Foundation
The O’Banion family congratulates the CYSO and
Board Member, Delano O’Banion for his many decades of service.GA L A COMMIT T EE
EVENT CHAIRS
Dr. Louanne Carabini & Shawn O’Leary
Angela & Dana O’Banion
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Willard Bransky | Rebecca & Josh Butler | Michael Lobash & Laura Cordell
are proud to support the young musicians
Sara & Scott Fisher | Dr. Jana L. French & Peter M. Gotsch | Mary & Lionel Go
of Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras Kelly & Dennis Howe | Sophie McCarthy & Andy Hronek
and the 2022 CYSO Gala Cynthia Van Osdol & John Sandwick | Elizabeth & Jimmy Samartzis
Stephen & Terry Schwartz | Michele Lopatin Taylor & Edmund Taylor
Ross Bricker & Nina Vinik
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Saurab Bhargava | Richard Blessen | Ross Bricker | Pam Conroy
Valerie Calloway | Pamella Der | Brandon Dixon | Tyler Forbes
Many Solutions,
James M. Franklin | Lionel Go | Kelly Howe | Sophie McCarthy
One Focus… You Yasuko Metcalf | Bryan Miller | Angela O’Banion | Delano O’Banion
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Adventure awaits you on the 5 night all-inclusive stay for 2 at The Placencia Resort, one of Ever wonder what it is like to play on stage at Symphony Center? Make your orchestral debut
Central America’s leading beach destinations! playing cymbals with CYSO’s Symphony Orchestra at one of our 2022-2023 Orchestra Hall
concerts! Following your big moment, enjoy the rest of the performance in luxury with a pair
Spend your days exploring the Belize jungle, unwinding on white sandy beaches, or of box seats that ensure the best view in the house.
sunbathing by one of Placencia’s many crystal blue pools. Conveniently located next to the
village of Palencia, you’ll have easy access to all of the excitement that Belize has to offer. Celebrate your successful performance with a progressive dinner certificate for 4, courtesy
You’ll also enjoy a day trip excursion to the resort’s private island, Ranguana Caye. of the Boka Restaurant Group. This special offer allows you to experience several of Boka’s
award winning restaurants in one night. You’ll begin your evening at Chef Chris Pandel’s
This package includes a daily meal plan to be used at The Placencia’s on-site dining Mediterranean-inspired Cira, located in the beautiful Hoxton Hotel. Then, cross the street to
experiences, all of which offer exquisite farm-to-table meals. Not only are your meals taken Momotaro to indulge in Chef Gene Kato’s Japanese cuisine. Next, walk down Fulton Market
care of, but with the inclusion of round trip airfare and Winspire’s booking and concierge to Chef Stephanie Izard’s Duck Duck Goat for Chinese-inspired treats. And finish your eve-
service, planning your tropical getaway has never been easier! ning at Cheg Pandel’s Swift & Sons for sweets from Pastry Chef Leigh Omlilinsky.
Top off your incredible evening with a $300 gift certificate for a one night stay at the Hoxton
Travel must be completed within 24 months from the date of purchase. Reservations are Hotel, where your dining experience started. The ambiance of this boutique hotel is sure to
subject to availability and must be booked a minimum of 60 days prior to travel. Blackout offer a cozy ending to your big night.
dates: Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years’ weeks. Airfare is coach class and
As a way to commemorate your performance, take home our one-of-a-kind CYSO Listen to
can be upgraded for an additional fee.
the Future neon sign, featured at tonight’s event! And, because no Gala would be complete
without you, join us again at next year’s event with 2 VIP tickets to CYSO’s 2023 Gala.
The Boka Progressive Dinner Gift Certificate is valid BOKA
Sundays-Thursdays only and expires 3/12/23. RESTAURANT
GROUP
Provided by Winspire Donated by CYSO and the Boka Restaurant Group.L IV E AU CT I O N L IVE AUCT ION
WIND DOWN IN WINE COUNTRY CHICAGO STAYCATION BUNDLE
Need a break from all the hustle and bustle? Slow down and savor the best of what wine The city of Chicago is rich with world class art, music, and cuisine, and with this package you
country has to offer with this California wine country experience. Home to over 800 wineries, can experience it all! Enjoy the dulcet sounds of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra led by
this region is known worldwide for luxury and grandeur. music director Ricardo Muti with two prime lower balcony or main floor seats. Then take a
deeper look into the sonic history of the symphony with an exclusive private tour of the CSO
Enjoy a 3-night stay at Sonoma’s premier 5-star destination resort, the Fairmont Sonoma Rosenthal Archives led by the Director of the Archives, Frank Villella.
Mission Inn & Spa, where you will be surrounded by majestic redwood trees and rolling hills.
Immerse yourself in the lavish melodies of Puccini’s Tosca or the soundscapes of Terence
After enjoying a gourmet breakfast at your hotel, choose from one of two exciting excursions. Blanchard & Kasi Lemmons’ Fire Shut Up in My Bones with two tickets for Lyric Opera of
Spend the day touring one of the world’s major wine regions on the Napa Wine Train; or opt Chicago’s 21/22 season. Continue your tour of Chicago performing arts with two tickets to
instead to see the beautiful Wine Country from the sky on a hot air balloon ride over some of see the Joffrey Ballet’s productions of Of Mice and Men and Serenade.
California’s most scenic vineyards.
Extend the fun into summer with 4 tickets to Park Ridge Country Club’s Plae Dae on July
14th, 2022. This all inclusive day include a round of golf, meal service, beverages, and prizes.
This package includes a $500 airfare gift card for an airline of the winner’s choice. Package Enjoy some of Chicago’s best improv comedy with 2 tickets to The Second City. Pair this with
is valid for 2 adults but can be upgraded for an additional charge. All booking requests must a $50 gift certificate for Roots Pizza—located in the same building—for a night to remember!
be made at least 45 days in advance. You have 12 months to redeem and 24 months to Top off your staycation with a $300 gift certificate for a cozy stay at the Chicago Athletic
travel from the date you purchase the package. Association. This boutique hotel located just across from Millenium Park is the perfect respite.
CSO tickets must be used before 6/30/22. CSO archives tour good for four
people and to occur on mutually agreed upon date. Tour availability is subject
to the CSOA COVID policies. Lyric Opera’s Tosca runs 3/12- 4/10/22 and Fire
Shut Up in My Bones runs 3/24-4/8/22. The Joffrey Ballet’s Of Mice and Men
and Serenade runs 4/27-5/8/22. Second City tickets expire 3/1/23.
Donated by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association, Frank Villella,
Lyric Opera of Chicago, Joffrey Ballet, Shawn O’Leary, The Second City,
The Fifty/50 Restaurant Group, and CYSO.
Provided by Charity BoosterLIV E AU CT I ON LIVE AUCT ION
HOLIDAY AT HACIENDA DEL MAR LOS CABOS PARISIAN GETAWAY
Spend your winter vacation soaking up the sun in Cabo san Lucas with this 7 night stay at Be swept away by the City of Love in this romantic 8 night Parisian getaway for 2 people.
Hacienda Del Mar Los Cabos Resort Villas & Golf. Your 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom presiden- Located just a short walk from the Eiffel Tower and the Maison de la Radio, your luxury
tial suite will accommodate up to 6 people, making this the perfect family getaway. apartment stay will have you feeling fully immersed in the heart of Paris. Not only will
you be a short distance from many of the city’s most famous attractions, you’ll also be
Kick back and enjoy a day relaxing by one of the resort’s many hacienda-style pools, or visit a short walk from charming locally owned bistros and patisseries, providing you with an
one of the iconic attractions nearby such as the famous Medano beach, or the shops and insider’s view on what it’s like to reside in Paris.
restaurants of charming downtown Cabo San Lucas.
Take a sightseeing dinner cruise on the Seine for 2 and admire Paris as it goes from
a bustling capital city during the day to a sparking architectural marvel at night!
Flights not included. All booking requests must be made at least 45 days in advance. You Sip fine wine and enjoy the exquisite dinner menu as you sail past Paris’s most iconic
monuments. Completed with live musical entertainment, this cruise is sure to be an
have 12 months to redeem and 24 months to travel from the date you purchase the pack-
unforgettable experience.
age. A daily service charge and resort fees will be the responsibility of the individual who
redeems this package.
Later, indulge in authentic French cuisine and wine at the Hôtel Plaza Athénée with a
voucher to enjoy chef Jean Imbert’s three course menu with wine and champagne. This
decadent meal and lavish French decor of the Hôtel Plaza Athénée will have you feeling
properly pampered.
This package includes a $1,000 airfare gift card for an airline of the winner’s choice. Paris
Apartment stay expires December 1, 2022.
Provided by Charity Booster
Donated by Cathy Lee & Remi Auxenfans and CYSOMINI-LIVE & LIVE AUCTION RULES:
1. To bid, raise your paddle with the number visible to the Auctioneer. Gala spotters will be available to T H ANK YOU
assist the Auctioneer in noting your bid. Use the paddle number assigned to you.
2. The highest bidder of any item, as acknowledged by the Auctioneer, will be the purchaser. Questions We gratefully acknowledge tonight’s Gala partners for
of priority shall be decided by Auctioneer, whose decision shall be final and binding. In the event of any helping to make tonight’s event possible.
dispute between bidders, the Auctioneer shall have sole and final discretion to determine the successful
bidder or to re-offer the item in dispute.
3. Upon Auctioneer’s indication of “Sold,” title to the item will pass to the highest bidder who thereupon Cathy & Remi Auxenfans Joffrey Ballet
assumes full risk and responsibility. By his/her purchase, the bidder waives any claims for liability against Boka Restaurant Group Lyric Opera of Chicago
either CYSO or the donor of the property or service. Some items are available for prior inspection. All items
are sold “As Is”. Dollar values included in any item’s description are estimates provided by the donor and Charity Booster The Marriott Marquis Chicago
are not warranted by CYSO for tax purposes or market value. Chicago Symphony Orchestra Dr. Louanne Carabini
4. Winner is encouraged to book travel as soon as possible. Booking travel is the responsibility of the Association & Shawn O’Leary
winner. Airfare not included unless noted. Not all dates available. Alcoholic beverages and gratuities are Louisa & David Conway Santa Fe Opera
the responsibility of the winner.
The Fifty/50 Restaurant Group Peter Schwob
5. All sales are final and subject to restrictions listed. It is the responsibility of each bidder, to read all (Scott Weiner)
restrictions and exceptions prior to bidding. There will be no exchanges or refunds unless otherwise Frank Villella
indicated. All prizes and gift certificates are valid as outlined with each item and cannot be extended. Four Seasons Resort
Please note: Some auction items include gift certificates or tickets with restrictions and expiration dates. Rancho Encantado
6. Please keep gift certificates in a safe place as they cannot be replaced if lost. If you are the successful
bidder, you are responsible for making contact with the donor of the gift as per the instructions on the gift
certificate. Please redeem as soon as possible to ensure the greatest availability. Prizes that require special
arrangements or scheduling must be redeemed according to the information and instructions provided.
CYSO is not responsible for any scheduling required. Unless otherwise specified on your certificate, or
agreed upon between the Donor and Bidder, all auction items and services must be used by 02/12/23
unless otherwise specified on certificate. Certificates are not transferable and cannot be sold, bartered,
replaced, refunded or redeemed for cash.
7. To comply with federal tax regulations, each winner will be mailed a receipt stating the winner’s name,
items purchased,and amount paid. For income tax purposes, the deductible amount of the purchase is
limited to the excess amount paid over the stated value of the goods or services purchased. Winners should
retain their receipts for tax purposes. Values set forth are estimates only, unless otherwise specified, and
are not warranted by CYSO for tax purposes or general value.
8. CYSO and the Auctioneer assume no responsibility for the validity of description, authenticity, or
condition of any item offered.Neither CYSO nor the Auctioneer, nor the donor is responsible for any personal
injuries or damage that may result from the use of property or services sold.
9. CYSO reserves the right to withdraw any item at any time before the actual sale. CYSO reserves the right
to reject a bid from any bidder. On lots upon which there is a reserve, CYSO reserves the right to bid on the
lot until the reserve price is reached. All sales are final. No exchanges or refunds.
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Follow CYSO on tour
in Europe this summer!
This June, students from CYSO’s Symphony Orchestra embark on a our 2022 Tour
of Berlin, Leipzig, Prague, and Vienna! From June 21-30, students will travel to
some of the most famous classical music capitals, performing at some of the
world’s best concert halls and making memories to last a lifetime.
Seri!sly Our concert tour kicks off at Berlin’s Heilig Geist Kirche, followed by CYSO’s
return to Leipzig’s world-renowned Gewandhaus. Students then travel to the Czech
Republic for a performance at Prague’s historic Rudolphinum, followed by a grand
inspiring.
finale in Vienna at the Musikverein’s Great Hall.
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want to see more from the students you heard tonight,
join us for one of CYSO’s upcoming spring concerts!
Sunday, April 3 | 3:00 pm
Classical Kids Live’s “Mozart’s Magnificent Voyage”
featuring CORE Chamber Orchestra
North Shore Center for the Performing Arts | 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie
Sunday, May 1 | 6:00 pm
Spring Chamberpalooza
Fine Arts Building, 8th floor & Curtiss Hall | FREE
Saturday, May 7 | 3:00 pm
Steel Orchestras Spring Concert
Roosevelt University, Ganz Hall | 430 S. Michigan Ave, 7th Floor, Chicago
Sunday, May 14 | 2:00 pm
Debut Orchestra, Preparatory Strings
& Overture Strings Spring Concert This season alone, your support of
Pick-Staiger Concert Hall | 50 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston CYSO will bring music education to nearly 10,000
young people and families from all across the Chicagoland
Sunday, May 14 | 6:30 pm area. With your support, CYSO is able to keep tuition afford-
Concert Orchestra & Jazz Orchestra Spring Concert able and continue to offer need-based financial assistance.
Pick-Staiger Concert Hall | 50 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston Skills learned at CYSO are fundamental both in and outside
of rehearsal; Self-confidence, collaboration, and resilience are
Sunday, May 22 | 7:30 pm critical as students grow into the next generation of leaders.
Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert
featuring Philharmonic Orchestra
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