UPCOMING EVENTS
SEASON 2026-27
Saturday, November 7th, 5-8 PM
Glenview Community Church
Community Room
1000 Elm St., Glenview, IL 60025
Simply Fantastic!
Campanella Halloween Party
All Campanella singers, families, and friends — the more the merrier!
This year, our traditional Campanella Fall Party becomes “Simply Fantastic!” — a magical celebration inspired by the fantastic creatures and imaginary worlds found in classical music.
Throughout the history of music, composers have brought to life enchanting characters and magical worlds through melody, rhythm, and sound: fairies, gnomes, witches, pixies, elves, magicians, and many other mysterious and wonderful beings.
Explore how composers have used music to create magical characters and imaginary worlds. We will listen, sing, move, play games, and discover the sounds of different fantastic creatures.
Come dressed as your favorite fantastic creature or magical character and join us for an evening filled with music, art, games, imagination, and friendship!
Tickets: $25 per child,
payment must be made through Campanella website.
Admission includes activities, materials, and treats.
PAST EVENTS
SEASON 2026-27
Second Annual Campanella Open Rehearsals with
August 29, 2026
Glenview Community Church
1000 Elm St, Glenview, IL 60025
FREE EVENT
RSVP Today
Admission is free, but RSVP is required so we can have plenty of ice cream for everyone.
Please RSVP by August 24.
We can't wait to welcome you to Campanella and share a sweet start to the new season!
Join us for one of our favorite traditions! Meet Campanella families, experience a real choir rehearsal, and celebrate the start of a new season with free ice cream.
Whether your child already loves to sing or you're simply curious about Campanella, this is the perfect opportunity to see what we're all about in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
There is absolutely no pressure to join. Come, watch, participate, ask questions, and have fun.
What to Expect
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Open rehearsals for each choir
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Children are welcome to participate or simply observe
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Meet our choir director, staff, singers, and families
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Free ice cream for all guests after each rehearsal
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Season information and registration assistance
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Door prizes and giveaways for attending families
Children will enjoy ice cream with their choir group after rehearsal, supervised by Campanella parent volunteers, while parents have time to meet our staff, learn about the upcoming season, ask questions, and register if they choose.
Prelude Choir (Ages 3–6)
9:30–10:15 AM: Open Rehearsal
Children will enjoy welcome songs, musical games, rhythm activities, singing, and making new friends.
10:15–10:45 AM: Ice Cream Social
Concert Choir (Ages 11+)
11:30 AM–1:30 PM Open Rehearsal
Experience a full rehearsal featuring vocal warm-ups, learning new music, sight-reading games, and singing alongside current Campanella members. The rehearsal concludes with a short performance for families and guests.
1:30–2:00 PM Ice Cream Social
Harmony Choir (Ages 7–10)
2:00–3:00 PM Open Rehearsal
Children will sing, play musical games, explore rhythm and movement, and learn a fun new song. The rehearsal concludes with a short performance for parents and guests.
3:00–3:30 PM Ice Cream Social
SEASON 2025-26
Sunday, May 31, 2026, 5:30 PM
Glenview Community Church
1000 Elm St, Glenview, IL 60025
ADULT TICKETS: $20
CHILD/SENIOR TICKETS: $15
CHILDREN UNDER 3: FREE
Performers: Campanella Concert Choir, Canzone Ensemble, Solos, Duets, Trios, and guest musicians
Performed by the Concert Choir of Campanella Children’s Choir, this program explores the poetic world of childhood through a refined and expressive musical lens.
Featuring choral works, solos, trios, and small ensembles, the concert highlights the artistry and versatility of the choir’s most advanced singers, joined by guest instrumentalists including violin, bass, guitar, and more.
Playful, imaginative settings of poems by Robert Desnos are paired with the lyrical elegance of art songs by Gabriel Fauré, alongside choral works by Claude Debussy and Francis Poulenc.
Moving from light, whimsical moments to introspective and dreamlike soundscapes, the program offers a rich and nuanced journey from day to night.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 4:00 PM
Glenview Community Church
1000 Elm St, Glenview, IL 60025
ADULT TICKETS: $25
CHILD/SENIOR TICKETS: $15
CHILDREN UNDER 3: FREE
ANNUAL END-OF-THE-YEAR CONCERT
The Garden of Voices:
Songs of Nature, Light, and Imagination
Performers: All Campanella choir groups
and guest musicians: Mikhail Sytchev (guitar), Elena Jmurco (violin)
Step into a vibrant musical landscape where every voice blooms with its own color and story. The Garden of Voices brings together singers of all ages in a rich tapestry of choral music inspired by nature, poetry, and the wonder of the world around us.
From the luminous serenity of Claude Debussy and the playful charm of Francis Poulenc, to the evocative imagery of Robert Desnos and the contemporary beauty of Ola Gjeilo, this program blossoms with diverse musical styles and languages. Audiences will journey through shimmering northern skies, enchanted forests, and whimsical portraits of animals and childhood imagination.
Friday, February 27, 2026, 7:30pm
Glenview Community Church
1000 Elm St, Glenview, IL 60025
TICKETS FROM $19 TO $49
This engagement is part of Campanella's 2026 special project, The Great American Melting Pot, and is supported by the Illinois Arts Council's grant from state funds for Creative Projects
NextGen: Michael John Trotta
Performers:
Chicago Master Singers,
Campanella Concert Choir Group,
Vernon Hills High School Choir
Campanella Children’s Choir is honored to collaborate with the Chicago Master Singers in a special, inspiring concert!
This event will bring together more than 200 singers — from children to adults — in a moving celebration of music and community.
Composer Michael John Trotta will join the ensembles for a performance of his works, including his new Requiem, recently recorded by the acclaimed UK choir Tenebrae.
Audiences will be uplifted by Trotta’s lush, melodic music that comforts and connects listeners across generations.
The Chicago Master Singers will share the stage with singers from Vernon Hills High School (Jeremy Little, Director) and the Campanella Children’s Choir (Marianna Kosaya, Director).
Click here for the complete song list.
Pre-concert conversation at 6:45pm, featuring Michael John Trotta and Music Director John C. Hughes.
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 7:00 PM
Glenview Community Church
1000 Elm St, Glenview, IL 60025
ADULT TICKETS: $25
CHILD/SENIOR TICKETS: $15
CHILDREN UNDER 3: FREE
ECHOES OF LIGHT
A Choral Journey through Time and Reflection
Performers: Campanella Concert Choir, Canzone Ensemble, Solos, Duets, Trios, and guest musicians
Campanella Children’s Choir, a competition-winning ensemble recognized for its artistic excellence, invites you to a radiant musical evening that bridges centuries of beauty and imagination.
Echoes of Light weaves together shimmering Renaissance counterpoint, expressive Baroque melodies, and glowing contemporary harmonies — a celebration of the enduring human spirit through song.
The program features works by Orlando di Lasso, Hans Leo Hassler, Adriano Banchieri, Ēriks Ešenvalds, Ola Gjeilo, and Michael John Trotta, alongside solo performances of Renaissance and early Baroque art songs.
These selections reflect light in its many forms — divine, natural, and inner — illuminating the connection between past and present through the universal language of music.
Enhancing the choral sound, Campanella will be joined by distinguished instrumentalists Braedon Hofmann (lute), Elena Jmurco (violin), and Naza Bektur (cello).
The musical experience will be further enriched by thoughtfully designed visual support, creating an immersive atmosphere that deepens reflection and brings the program’s theme of light vividly to life.
This engagement is part of Campanella's 2026 special project, The Great American Melting Pot, and is supported by the Illinois Arts Council's grant from state funds for Creative Projects
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 6:00 PM
Glenview Community Church
1000 Elm St, Glenview, IL 60025
ADULT TICKETS: $25
CHILD/SENIOR TICKETS: $15
CHILDREN UNDER 3: FREE
SONGS OF THE SEASON’S MAGIC
A 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!
Sunday, December 21, 2025
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
220 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60604
FREE ADMISSION FOR CSO AUDIENCE
requires purchased ticket to the CSO concert
HOLIDAY CONCERT "MERRY, MERRY CHICAGO" AT THE CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Performers: Concert choir
The holiday season in Chicago wouldn’t be complete without a visit to Orchestra Hall and we’re delighted to continue a beloved tradition.
Campanella's Concert Choir is honored once again to be a part of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s Winter Holidays series, performing at the Merry, Merry Chicago celebration.
Join us in the elegant ballroom before the CSO concert and again during intermission as our singers bring festive cheer through joyful carols, sparkling harmonies, and timeless holiday melodies.
There’s truly nothing like hearing holiday music performed by a world-renowned orchestra and choir. Orchestra Hall, beautifully adorned with boughs of holly and twinkling lights, sets the perfect stage for a heartwarming evening filled with popular carols, seasonal favorites, and delightful surprises. Prepare to hear rich, inspiring arrangements that capture the wonder of the season and fill the hall with warmth and celebration.
We are thrilled to share this magical experience with you and help welcome the spirit of the holidays, Chicago style!
Campanella Performance Schedule
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Pre-Concert Campanella Performance: 3:45–4:25 PM
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CSO Concert Begins: 4:30 PM
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Intermission Campanella Performance: 5:00-5:25 PM
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During the first half of the concert, the group will remain on the Rotunda Floor (6th floor) as needed.
Sunday, December 7th, 2025 • 10AM - 12PM
North Shore United Methodist Church
213 Hazel Ave, Glencoe, IL 60022
FREE ADMISSION
“SONGS OF THE WINTER SPIRIT”
ANNUAL HOLIDAY CONCERT
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.
Sunday, December 7th, 2025 • 4PM - 7PM
Coarse Italian restaurant
800 Shermer Rd, Glenview, IL 60025
Adults and older kids $49.95 pp
Kids under 10 $29.95 pp
ANNUAL WINTER HOLIDAY KARAOKE PARTY
Participants: Concert Choir and Harmony Choir singers, parents, grandparents, siblings, and friends
Join us for a warm, festive evening as we celebrate the season together at Coarse Italian in Glenview!
Enjoy a cozy holiday atmosphere filled with beautiful decorations, delicious Italian food, coffee, tea, and desserts. An open bar will be available for individual purchase, offering cocktails, liquor, and wine.
We encourage all parents to join us as we kick off the holidays together! Bring siblings, grandparents, and friends—let’s create a joyful holiday mood and celebrate as one big Campanella family.
🎁 Secret Santa Gift Exchange – Theme: “Hats & Slippers!”
Bring a wrapped gift that fits the theme—anything from silly straw hats to cozy ski caps or funny slippers! Get creative and have fun with it. Please keep gifts in the $15–20 range.
✨ Special prize for the most funny or creative gift!
🎤 Karaoke Fun! (Because there’s never enough singing for a choir!)
Join in for some lighthearted karaoke—with prizes for standout performances!
Let’s eat, laugh, sing, and celebrate the holidays—Campanella-style!
Saturday, November 1st at 5:00 PM
Glenview Community Church
1000 Elm St., Glenview, IL 60025
ANNUAL NON-TYPICAL FALL PARTY
(AKA HALLOWEEN)
Participants: All Campanella members, their families and friends (the more-the merrier!)
It has become a wonderful tradition to come together for our Fall Party — a time to enjoy crafts, music, and the joy of bonding as a choir family. This celebration helps foster in our children a true sense of community and friendship.
This year, we are delighted to welcome our amazing art instructor, Taliia Prilutskiy, who will lead the event and guide the children in creating beautiful fall-themed projects.
Join us for an evening of fun, creativity, and music to celebrate the season!
Please RSVP by October 11 with the expected number of attendees.
Admission $30 per child, Zelle or cash at the door.
Adults are free.
Saturday, August 23, 2025,
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Glenview Community Church
1000 Elm St., Glenview, IL 60025
FREE ADMISSION
OPEN HOUSE AND ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Families are invited to visit Campanella throughout the day to observe choir rehearsals and language classes.
From 3:00 to 4:00 PM, enjoy an ice cream social, meet the director and teachers, and hear performances by Campanella singers.
Rehearsal Schedule:
• Prelude Choir (ages 5-7): 9:30–10:15 AM
• Canzone Ensemble (ages 14-17): 10:20–11:30 AM
• Concert Choir (ages 11-17): 11:30 AM–1:45 PM
• Harmony Choir (ages 8-10): 2:00–3:00 PM
Language Classes:
• Spanish: 9:30–10:30 AM (Room 215)
• Russian: 10:30–11:30 AM, 1:00–2:00 PM, 2:00–3:00 PM (Room 213)
Ice cream served 3:00–4:00 PM in the reception area.
Friday, August 15th 2025,
5:00 - 8:00 PM
Historic Wagner Farm
1510 Wagner Rd, Glenview, IL 60025
FREE ADMISSION
AN EVENING ON THE FARM WITH CAMPANELLA
Campanella Children’s Choir presents musical games, percussion play, singing, and bubbles for children ages 3–8 and up.
Families can explore the farm, meet animals, enjoy food from local vendors, and cool off with ice cream from Sweets and Treats.
This event is free and open to the public. No registration required.