UPCOMING EVENTS
January 11th, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Glenview Community Church
1000 Elm St, Glenview, IL 60025
ADULT TICKETS: $25
CHILD/SENIOR TICKETS: $15
SINGERS AND CHILDREN UNDER 3: FREE
"SONGS OF THE SEASON’S MAGIC" WINTER CHORAL, SOLO, AND ENSEMBLE PERFORMANCE
Performers: All Campanella choir groups
Join us for a joyful celebration that carries forward the warmth and wonder of the holiday season with the enchanting voices of the Campanella Children's Choir!
Under the direction of Artistic Director Marianna Kosaya and accompanied by Steven Greene, our concert promises to wrap you in the beauty of winter with beloved classics and fresh new sounds.
Our festive program will include a variety of holiday favorites, cherished audience pieces, and new, inspiring songs. You’re invited to sing along with the choir and enjoy interactive activities for children, making it a magical experience for the whole family.
All are invited to our traditional afterparty with more music, food, refreshments, and a special raffle with exciting prizes!
January 18th, 6:00pm - 9:30pm
Glenview Community Church
1000 Elm St, Glenview, IL 60025
ADULT TICKETS: $25
CHILD/SENIOR TICKETS: $15
SINGERS AND CHILDREN UNDER 3: FREE
"THE HEAVENLY AND THE MUNDANE" CONCERT AND STAINED GLASS EXHIBIT
Performers: Campanella Concert Choir
Guest conductor: John C. Hughes
Special guest musician: Susan Merdinger Greene
Join us as we celebrate the transformative power of music, bridging the human and the divine.
You're invited to a musical journey blending Johann Sebastian Bach’s transcendent works with pieces that capture human emotions and everyday beauty across the Baroque, Classical, and Romantic eras.
Featuring solo, ensemble, and full choir performances, the concert will highlight timeless works by J.S. Bach, Romantic ballads, and Classical gems.
Enjoy an inspiring Healing Harmony: Restoring Broken Glass exhibit by stained glass artist Rita Shimelfarb. Rita will give a brief overview of the exhibit, explaining the creative journey behind each piece. She’ll be available for questions after the concert, providing a rich cultural and artistic experience for all.
March 16th, 2025
St. Giles Church
3025 Walters Avenue Northbrook, IL 60062
DETAILS COMING SOON
"HEALING HARMONY: RESTORING BROKEN GLASS" STAINED GLASS WORKSHOP
Participants: All children 8+ are welcome
AGE GROUPS: 8-12 AND 13-17
Join us for a unique stained glass workshop centered on the theme of Healing Harmony: Restoring Broken Glass.
Through the ancient art of stained glass, participants will explore how broken fragments can come together to create something beautiful and whole.
Led by renowned stained glass artist Rita Shimelfarb, children will discover the healing and transformative power of art as they turn glass shards into vibrant, meaningful creations.
This engagement is supported by the Arts Midwest GIG Fund, a program of Arts Midwest that is supported by the National Endowment for the Arts, with additional contributions from the Illinois Arts Council.
PAST EVENTS
SEASON 2024-25
Friday, December 20th, 4:30pm - 9pm
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
220 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60604
FREE ADMISSION FOR AUDIENCE
requires purchased ticket to the 12/20/24 CSO concert
HOLIDAY CONCERT "MERRY, MERRY CHICAGO" AT THE CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA (CSO)
Performers: Concert choir
It already became a yearly tradition to be a proud participant in the CSO Winter holidays season event.
Campanella Concert Choir is invited to perform at the Merry, Merry Chicago Christmas concert at the ballroom before CSO concert and during the intermission.
Check full details for participating singers and chaperones.
Saturday, December 21 at 11:30AM-1:45PM
St. Giles Church, Northbrook, IL
Pre-Concert Workshop with John C. Hughes (Chicago Master Singers)
Participants: Concert Choir
We are thrilled to announce that a one and only Director of Master Singers will attend and participate in our regular Saturday rehearsal to share his experience with our singers and get ready for the upcoming concert!
Please, make sure that everyone comes prepared (i.e. knows their parts). This is a very rare opportunity to learn from a Master!
Monday, December 23 at 5:00PM-7:45PM
Lake Shore Country Club
1255 Sheridan Road, Glencoe, IL 60022
FUNDRAISER CONCERT AT THE LAKE SHORE COUNTRY CLUB
Participants: Concert Choir
Special Holiday Program:
A delightful winter songs performance took place at an exclusive holiday party hosted at a member-only club.
Fundraiser for our participation in the International Musical Festival:
Campanella Concert Choir organized a successful fundraiser event, collecting funds to support future participation in international musical festivals.
Sunday, December 15th, 12pm - 4pm
The Happ Inn Bar & Grill restaurant
305 N Happ Rd., Northfield, IL 60093
WINTER HOLIDAY KARAOKE PARTY
Participants: Concert and Harmony choir groups, parents, grandparents, and siblings
We’re thrilled to invite you to our 2024 Holiday Party! Join us for a fun-filled afternoon with games and a special karaoke session, where our choir singers can show off their talents in a relaxed, joyful setting.
We will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch, price is $39.95 per person for the buffet (bar not included).
Please RSVP BY MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25 and let us know how many guests will be joining so we can make proper arrangements.
Excited to celebrate winter holidays with you!
Sunday, December 8th, 10AM - 12PM
North Shore United Methodist Church
213 Hazel Ave, Glencoe, IL 60022
FREE ADMISSION
“SONGS OF THE WINTER SPIRIT” HOLIDAY CONCERT AT THE NORTH SHORE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Performers: Concert Choir
Campanella is a proud yearly participant of this event. We are being invited to perform during the service for parishioners.
A Musical Celebration for All Ages: Families and friends gathered for a morning filled with joy, melody, and the spirit of the holidays.
Please come and invite family and friends to celebrate the beauty of the season through the gift of music!
All are welcome to socialize and enjoy coffee and treats after the service.
Saturday, November 23, 2:00 PM
St. Giles Church
3025 Walters Avenue Northbrook, IL 60062
FREE ADMISSION
PAINTING AND MUSIC: DISCOVERING THE HIDDEN CONNECTIONS
Participants: All Campanella members and guests. Open to general public
This interactive lecture invites teenagers and adults to discover surprising connections between music, including the compositions of Johann Sebastian Bach, and the art of Pieter Brueghel the Elder.
Together, we’ll explore how Brueghel’s paintings and Bach’s music capture moments of everyday life, showing us that there’s something special and even magical in the ordinary. Through this journey, we’ll see how both music and art can lift us above daily routines and help us see the world in a new way.
Saturday, October 26th at 5:00 PM
St. Giles Church, Northbrook, IL
Annual "Non-Typical" Halloween party
Participants: All Campanella members, their families and friends (the more-the merrier!)
Theme: "Elemental" — celebrating the four elements: Fire, Water, Earth, Air
Activities:
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Games & Contests: Enjoy both musical and non-musical games inspired by the elements.
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Crafts: Create your own shadow box art themed around Earth, Air, Fire, and Water.
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Music: Move to the beat with element-themed musical fun!
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Prizes & Surprises!
Treats: We’ll have cookies, snacks, and water ready for everyone. Families are welcome to bring additional food to share!
Costumes Welcome: Come dressed in your favorite costume—anything goes!
Saturday, October 12 at 11:30AM-1:45PM
St. Giles Church, Northbrook, IL
Workshops/concert with John C. Hughes (Master Singers)
Participants: Concert Choir
We are thrilled to announce that a one and only Director of Master Singers will attend and participate in our regular Saturday rehearsal to share his experience with our singers!
Please, make sure that everyone comes prepared (i.e. knows their parts). This is a very rare opportunity to learn from a Master!
Concert Choir Bonfire Party
Participants: Concert choir singers, parents, and siblings
Dear Concert Choir Members and Parents,
We are excited to invite you to our upcoming group outing at Camp Dan Beard in Potawatomi Woods, Northbrook, IL on the night of September 7th.
This will be a wonderful opportunity to relax, connect, and enjoy some time outdoors together.
The Night of Saturday, September 7th, from 3:00 PM
Potawatomi Woods, Northbrook, IL
Saturday, September 7th, 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
St. Giles Church
3025 Walters Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062
Meet And Greet: Campanella Open House
We warmly invite you to meet our singers and Choir Director, explore the atmosphere, and see if it's a good fit for you.
Ask questions, join the rehearsal (or part of it) with the choir group, or simply observe from the seats — no pressure, no obligations, no stress. Enjoy the open art classes, check out the chess club, and see all that Campanella has to offer.
No special preparation or previous experience is needed, just come and enjoy the experience. All are welcome, please invite family and friends!