
SEASON SCHEDULE
2023/24 Season Official Schedule
Last Revised 8/9/23
Season Structure:
Fall Cycle: August~November (Fall Concert)
Concerto Cycle: January~February (Retreat and MCCC Concert)
Spring Cycle: February~May (Spring Concert)
Ensembles
MSO: Midwest String Orchestra
MPO: Midwest Philharmonic Orchestra
MCO: Midwest Chamber Orchestra
Venues
ORR: Orchestra Rehearsal Room at Midwest Conservatory of Music
Address: 115 W Central Rd, Schaumburg, IL
HMC: Hammerschmidt Memorial Chapel at Elmhurst University
Address: 190 S Prospect Ave, Elmhurst, IL
ACH: Armerding Concert Hall at Wheaton College
Address: 520 E Kenilworth Ave, Wheaton, IL
POP: Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
Address: 930 W Higgins Rd, Schaumburg, IL
Concert Dress
Black suit/tux, white dress shirt, black bowtie, black dress pants, black socks, black dress shoes
OR All-black concert attire (black dress, black jumpsuit, etc.)
Attendance Policy
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Attendance will be taken upon arrival at each rehearsal via sign-in. It is the student's responsibility to sign-in at every rehearsal.
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Students should arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the posted rehearsal time.
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Students are required to attend all rehearsals with the exception of 1 excused absence with a minimum 12 hour advanced notice per semester.
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A second excused absence will be based on the music director's discretion. Any other absences will result in termination of membership for the rest of the season.
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All unexcused absences will be investigated and result in termination of membership for the rest of the season.
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Attendance for all dress rehearsals, soundchecks, and concerts are absolutely mandatory for all members. An unexcused absence from a concert will result in termination for all succeeding seasons and may result in being billed for the cost of a substitute musician. (~$300)
Fall Cycle - Weekly Schedule
Sunday, August 20, 2023 - HMC
2023/24 Season Kick-off Day
MSO: 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
MPO: 11:00 AM-12:30 PM (Sectionals)
MSO, MPO, & Family: 12:30-2:00 PM (BBQ/Potluck Party and ice breakers)
-Contributions are greatly appreciated!-
MPO: 2:00 PM-3:30 PM (Full rehearsal)
Sunday, August 27, 2023 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: No Rehearsal
Sunday, September 3, 2023
No Rehearsals (Labor Day Weekend)
Sunday, September 10, 2023 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: No Rehearsal
Sunday, September 17, 2023 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: 5:45-6:30 PM
Sunday, September 24, 2023 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO Winds Sectional: 3:00-4:10 PM
MPO Strings Sectional: 4:20-5:30 PM
MCO: 5:45-6:30 PM
Sunday, October 1, 2023 - ORR
Baird Dodge Masterclass
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO Masterclass: 3:00-4:30 PM
MPO Rehearsal: 4:30-5:30 PM
MCO: 5:45-6:30 PM
Sunday, October 8, 2023 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: 5:45-6:30 PM
Sunday, October 15, 2023 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: 5:45-6:30 PM
Sunday, October 22, 2023 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO Winds Sectional: 3:00-4:10 PM
MPO Strings Sectional: 4:20-5:30 PM
MCO: 5:45-6:30 PM
Sunday, October 29, 2023 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: 5:45-6:30 PM
Sunday, November 5, 2023 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: 5:45-6:30 PM
Sunday, November 12, 2023 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: 5:45-6:30 PM
Saturday, November 18, 2023 - ORR
Dress Rehearsal (mandatory)
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: 5:45-6:30 PM
Sunday, November 19, 2023 - HMC
2023 Annual Fall Concert
Soundchecks:
MCO: 12:15-12:45 PM
MSO: 12:45-1:15 PM
MPO: 1:15-2:15 PM
*Call time is at least 15 minutes before your soundcheck starts.*
See top of page for dress code.
Doors open: 2:30 PM
Concert starts: 3:00 PM
For tickets, see events.
Concerto Cycle - Weekly Schedule
Sunday, January 21, 2024 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: No Rehearsal
Sunday, January 28, 2024 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: No Rehearsal
Sunday, February 4, 2024 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: No Rehearsal
Sunday, February 11, 2024 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: No Rehearsal
Sunday, February 17-18, 2024 - HMC
Second Annual Overnight Retreat at Elmhurst University
-Detailed itinerary to be released soon-
Retreat includes:
-A visit to Chicago Symphony Orchestra
-Hotel stay in loop
-All meals including group dinner in Chicago
-Masterclasses
-Section coaching
-Team-bonding activities
-Culminating concert on Sunday
Sunday, February 18, 2024 - HMC
2024 Midwest Conservatory Concerto Competition (MCCC)
Showcase and Retreat Culmination Concert
Doors open: 2:30 PM
Concert starts: 3:00 PM
See top of page for dress code.
For tickets, see events.
Spring Cycle - Weekly Schedule
Sunday, February 25, 2024 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO Winds Sectional: 3:00-4:30 PM
MPO Strings Sectional: 3:00-4:30 PM
MPO Full Rehearsal: 4:30-5:30 PM
MCO: No Rehearsal
Sunday, March 3, 2024 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: No Rehearsal
Sunday, March 10, 2024 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: 5:45-6:30 PM
Sunday, March 17, 2024 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: 5:45-6:30 PM
Sunday, March 24, 2024
No Rehearsals (Spring Break)
Sunday, March 31, 2024
No Rehearsals (Easter)
Sunday, April 7, 2024 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO Winds Sectional: 3:00-4:30 PM
MPO Strings Sectional: 3:00-4:30 PM
MPO Full Rehearsal: 4:30-5:30 PM
MCO: 5:45-6:30 PM
Sunday, April 14, 2024 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: 5:45-6:30 PM
Sunday, April 21, 2024 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: 5:45-6:30 PM
Sunday, April 28, 2024 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO Winds Sectional: 3:00-4:30 PM
MPO Strings Sectional: 3:00-4:30 PM
MPO Full Rehearsal: 4:30-5:30 PM
MCO: 5:45-6:30 PM
Sunday, May 5, 2024 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: 5:45-6:30 PM
Sunday, May 12, 2024
No Rehearsals (Mother's Day)
Sunday, May 19, 2024 - ORR
MSO: 1:15-2:45 PM
MPO: 3:00-5:30 PM
MCO: 5:45-6:30 PM
Friday, May 24, 2024 - ORR
Dress Rehearsal (mandatory)
MSO: 4:00-5:00 PM
MPO: 5:15-7:45 PM
MCO: 4:00-5:00 PM (TBC)
Saturday, May 25, 2024 - ACH
2024 Annual Spring Concert
Soundchecks:
MCO: 12:15-12:45 PM
MSO: 12:45-1:15 PM
MPO: 1:15-2:15 PM
*Call time is at least 15 minutes before your soundcheck starts.*
See top of page for dress code.
Doors open: 2:30 PM
Concert starts: 3:00 PM
For tickets, see events.
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Contact
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In case of an emergency, please contact Brian Hoffman (336-420-0764), Taka Matsunaga (847-809-4813), or Matthew Nowlan (630-347-7337).
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For general questions, please email info@midphil.org