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Side by Side with the Chicago Philharmonic: Clarendon Community Center Park
Sat, Jun 20 | 4:30 pmClarendon Community Center Park Fieldhouse
About
Chicago Philharmonic
Scott Speck, Artistic Director & Principal Conductor
And YOU!
Clarendon Community Center Park
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Rehearsal: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Performance: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Join us for Side by Side with the Chicago Philharmonic, our free, family-friendly summer program presented in partnership with the Chicago Park District’s Night Out in the Parks initiative.
Led by Artistic Director & Principal Conductor Scott Speck, this annual event invites musicians all over the Chicagoland community of all ages and skill levels to rehearse and perform alongside Chicago Philharmonic professionals in a welcoming setting.
Bring a blanket and enjoy beautiful music in Chicago’s beautiful parks!
The schedule for this event includes a free & open rehearsal from 1:30-3:30 PM, culminating in a performance at 4:30 PM.
Side by Side with the Chicago Philharmonic is our flagship community engagement program, designed to make orchestral music more accessible and participatory. Musicians from across the city of all ages and levels come together to perform a full symphonic program in a relaxed, encouraging environment.
The result is a shared musical experience that builds connection and brings high-quality performance into the heart of the community.
Lawn chairs or a blanket – seating is open on the grass.
Snacks or a picnic – feel free to enjoy food during the concert.
Water – especially on a warm summer day.
Sun protection – sunscreen, hats, or sunglasses.
Your instrument – if you’re performing with us!
Scott Speck, Artistic Director & Principal Conductor
And YOU!
Clarendon Community Center Park
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Rehearsal: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Performance: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Join us for Side by Side with the Chicago Philharmonic, our free, family-friendly summer program presented in partnership with the Chicago Park District’s Night Out in the Parks initiative.
Led by Artistic Director & Principal Conductor Scott Speck, this annual event invites musicians all over the Chicagoland community of all ages and skill levels to rehearse and perform alongside Chicago Philharmonic professionals in a welcoming setting.
Bring a blanket and enjoy beautiful music in Chicago’s beautiful parks!
The schedule for this event includes a free & open rehearsal from 1:30-3:30 PM, culminating in a performance at 4:30 PM.
Side by Side with the Chicago Philharmonic is our flagship community engagement program, designed to make orchestral music more accessible and participatory. Musicians from across the city of all ages and levels come together to perform a full symphonic program in a relaxed, encouraging environment.
The result is a shared musical experience that builds connection and brings high-quality performance into the heart of the community.
Lawn chairs or a blanket – seating is open on the grass.
Snacks or a picnic – feel free to enjoy food during the concert.
Water – especially on a warm summer day.
Sun protection – sunscreen, hats, or sunglasses.
Your instrument – if you’re performing with us!
