Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra

The Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra (IPO) is an orchestra in the Chicago area.

Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra
Orchestra
Short nameIPO
Former namePark Forest Orchestra
Founded1954
LocationPalos Heights, Illinois
Concert hallOzinga Chapel, Trinity Christian College
Principal conductorStilian Kirov
Websiteipomusic.org

The Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra is a member of the League of American Orchestras and the Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau.[1]

History

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The Park Forest Orchestra was founded by volunteer musicians in 1954.[2]

In 1978, the orchestra re-formed into a professional chamber orchestra. In 1982, it was renamed to reflect its regional mission.[2] Carmon DeLeone served as Music Director for 25 years beginning in 1986. DeLeone became Conductor Laureate in 2011. David Danzmayr was appointed Music Director from 2012-2016.[2]

Stilian Kirov became the Music Director in 2017.[2]

References

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  1. ^ "Chicago Southland Arts Alliance - Members". Archived from the original on 2006-03-21. Retrieved 2008-11-06.
  2. ^ a b c d "About the Illinois Philharmonic | Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra". Retrieved 2023-10-08.
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