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Current Events
ICO AWARDS
Each year the ICO conducts an awards program to recognize orchestras, conductors, and volunteers that have demonstrated exceptional achievement. These highly sought-after awards provide local and statewide recognition to both individuals and their organizations. The 2012 deadline for applications is January 23, 2012.
For more details click here.
Illinois State Song. A full orchestral score and extracted parts for the Illinois State Song are available free of cost to ICO organizational members and public or private schools. For details click here.
Our Mission
- To advocate and promote the development and success of Illinois orchestras and to respond to their needs,
- To promote an exchange of ideas and resources among members,
- To provide a system of communication to meet mutual needs and concerns,
- To encourage financial support for orchestras from all possible sources, and
- To sponsor education conferences, workshops, and other activities for the betterment of member orchestras.
Acknowledgements
This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council.
The Strings at Allerton program is partially supported by a grant from The Chamber Music Network.