July 2019

Christmas in July!

Find out more about the Christmas Concert program, rehearsal schedule, and how to register in this special edition of the ECOC newsletter.

Rehearsal and Concert Schedule

Mark your calendars for this season's rehearsals and concerts. All rehearsals are from 6-8 pm on Thursdays. Concerts start at 7 pm.

Christmas Concert

Orchestra Director Matthew Mainella and Chorus Director Nathan Baxter have planned a fun, family Christmas concert for December 19th. Their program will take the audience on a Christmas tour around the world, with selections appealing to all ages. Mark your calendars now, whether you plan to sing, play, or listen. You don't want to miss the highlight of the Evanston Christmas season!

Member Dues

In order to help the Evanston Civic Orchestra and Chorus be sustainable, dues are collected from all members for each session in which they participate. These funds help to offset the costs of the music directors, concertmaster, and accompanist in addition to music, marketing, and other expenses. Members who choose to pay for both the fall and spring sessions this fall will receive a $5 discount.

In addition to member dues, ECOC accepts donations of any size to help run the organization or to specifically help fund a youth scholarship for a graduating high school senior each spring. Also, individuals or businesses who want to be recognized in print and online for supporting ECOC financially can choose to become a sponsor.

Registration is Open

All current and new members of the Evanston Civic Chorus and the Evanston Civic Orchestra need to register for the fall session using the easy online registration forms. We welcome all adult and high school age community members who come to participate, and appreciate diverse talents and contributions.

Prior experience singing in choirs is helpful but not necessary to join the chorus. Orchestra members should have enough training and experience to be successful with the music. Interested individuals who want to give the chorus or orchestra a try before they commit and pay dues may register as a trial member for the first two rehearsals.