RESONANCE

Experience the power of community and empathy through music with this program where each piece tells a memorable story of connection sought and found. Experience the drama, beauty, and triumph of these classic and contemporary artistic expressions of togetherness.

In recognition of the spirit of community fortitude shown by the Streator area in the wake of the June 11th tornado that left severe devastation in its path, the IVSO is proud to donate $2 of every individual ticket sold to this concert back to the Streator Disaster Relief and Recovery Fund, managed by Starved Rock Country Community Foundation.

PROGRAM

Giuseppe Verdi: La Forza del Destino Overture

Engelbert Humperdinck: Evening Prayer and Dream Pantomime, from Hansel and Gretel

Valerie Coleman: Seven O’Clock Shout

INTERMISSION

Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 5

All IVSO venues are compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Questions about accommodations may be directed to accessibility@ivso.org.

The 2026-27 season is sponsored by Miller Group Charitable Trust

This concert is sponsored by Streator Home Savings Bank in Streator, Illinois.

The IVSO acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council.