Youth Concerts

In 1980 the RSO performed its first concert for area youth, dubbed a "Rug Concert," since children sat on pieces of carpet on the floor. Now the RSO annually invites fifth and sixth graders from over 100 area schools to attend this educational, hour-long concert. Teaching materials, including study guides and recordings of selected pieces, are provided to area music educators for advance preparation in the classroom.

Teachers who schedule a class to attend the Youth Concert will receive a voucher for a free Rockford Symphony Orchestra concert ticket. Vouchers may be exchanged for a Classics Series single ticket for the 2007-2008 season by calling the box office at 815.965.0049.

For more information about how to get your school involved in this program, contact Lorie Langan at 815.972.2939 or via  .

Youth Concert Reservation Form Available in August, 2008