Northbrook Symphony Orchestra

______________________________________________________________

NSO School of Music
www.gtantchev.com

The Northbrook Symphony Orchestra School of Music provides instruction in all orchestral instruments, from Piccolo to Double Bass. It also offers instruction in Drums, Guitar, Piano, Voice, Theory and Sibelius Music Software.

Conveniently located in Northfield, it provides high quality music instruction at every level. For more information about our experienced and talented NSO music faculty or how to enroll please contact:

Dr. George Tantchev
NSO School of Music Director
480 Central Avenue
Northfield, IL 60093

Phone: (847) 446-5345
Email: Click here View/Print Brochure: Click here
Requires Adobe Reader plug-in; download it here)

______________________________________________________________

The Northbrook Symphony by the Numbers:

Years in Existence  ...................................................      28
Number of Music Directors in 28 years ........................        2
Number of Musicians .................................................      74
Age of Youngest Member ...........................................      27
Age of Oldest Member ................................................     75
Combined years of study, practice & performance ......... 2,249
Subscription concerts per year .....................................       5
Total Concerts Performed To-Date .................................   137
Beethoven Symphonies Performed ................................       9
Shostakovich Symphonies Performed ............................       5
Performance of Dvorak's Cello Concerto .........................       6
"Rare Gems" Performed in Last Six Years .....................      61
Outreach Performances Last Year .................................     12
Cost of a Main-Floor Subscription .................................. $190
Experience of an NSO Concert ............................... Fabulous!

____________________________________________________________________




		________________________________________________________________________________ Newsworthy items will be posted as they become available
		________________________________________________________________________________ The following businesses, companies and institutions of higher learning are supporters of The Northbrook Symphony this season. We ask that you also support them. Sponsors Village of Northbrook Pioneer Press Advertisers Abt Electronics and Appliances AlphaGraphics NorthShore Ashley Design Bernhard Woodwork Ltd. Common Ground Thomas A. Connell DDS Creekside Dental Elegance in Meats Harris Private Bank Brian A. Hicks DDS Jim Kendros Music Kingston Zak Inc. Lewis Floor & Home Midwest Young Artists Northbrook Bank & Trust Northern Trust Ophthalmology Partners Ltd The Optometrists Piser Funeral Services Private Matters Sunset Foods Whole Foods Market - Northbrook Zengeler Cleaners ______________________________________________________________ The NSO in the news ... Variations on a Theme? It's How Northbrook Programs The following article by John von Rhein in the Friday, Nov. 9, 2007 edition of the Chicago Tribune featured our very own Northbrook Symphony Orchestra. Click here to read this article. Northbrook Symphony reunites with dancers This article appeared in the Pioneer Press on February 18, 2010. It is based upon an interview with NSO Music Director Larry Rapchak and Artistic Director Lizzie Leopold of the Leopold Group conducted by music critic Dorothy Andries, in which they discuss the NSO's upcoming dance-inspired concert on February 21, 2010. Click here to read this article. Northbrook Symphony explores Spain, France This article appeared in the Pioneer Press on October 15, 2009 from an interview with NSO Music Director Larry Rapchak conducted by music critic Dorothy Andries, in which they discuss the NSO's upcoming concert on October 18, 2009. Click here to read this article. John Von Rhein Recommends in his Concert Picks The following notice by John von Rhein appeared in the Friday, May 1, 2009 on-line edition of the Chicago Tribune featuring our May 3, 2009 concert. Click here to read this article. The Northbrook Symphony takes on rarely performed work This interesting article appeared in the Pioneer Press on April 30, 2009 by music critic Dorothy Andries describing the unusual Richard Strauss piece performed by the NSO at our May 3 concert. Click here to read this article. John Von Rhein Recommends in his Classical Corner The following notice by John von Rhein appeared in the Friday, Apr. 3, 2009 edition of the Chicago Tribune featuring our April 5, 2009 concert. Click here to read this article. Improvised Fundraiser Cuts Symphony's Deficit The following article in the March 26, 2009 issue of the Northbrook Star, a Pioneer Press publication, describes the NSO's valiant efforts along with the generosity of our patrons to overcome a budget shortfall. Click here to read this article. Article on NSO's Principal Bass, Phil Serna Eve wonder what our musicians do when not performing for the NSO? Glad you asked. The March issue of International Musician, the monthly publication of the American Federation of Musicians, serving the U. S. and Canada, has a full-page article and color photo of Phil Serna, the NSO's Principal Bass. Click here to read about "our very own" Dr. Phil. Leopold Group to enjoy home court advantage with symphony The following article, written by music critic Dorothy Andries, appeared in the February 19, 2009 issue of the Northbrook Star, a Pioneer Press publication. The article highlights the upcoming NSO concert entitled "Invitation to the Dance" with special guest (dance) artists, The Leopold Group. Click here to read this article. The Northbrook Symphony mentioned in the Chicago Tribune's On The Town Chicago Tribune's music critic, John Von Rhein, in the Jan. 2, 2009 issue, had this to say about supporting local orchestras, including the NSO: "Support your suburban orchestra: The area is blessed with a remarkable number of top-quality symphony orchestras besides the band that plays weekly at Symphony Center downtown … The Leopold Dance Group will join the Northbrook Symphony Orchestra in music inspired by the dance (Feb. 22, Sheely Center for the Performing Arts , 2300 Shermer Rd., Northbrook; 847-272-0755)." Northbrook Symphony weaves enchantment An article by music critic, Dorothy Andries, in the Nov. 4, 2008 issue of the Northbrook Star, a Pioneer Press publication, reviews The Northbrook Symphony's latest concert entitled "Fairy Tales and Legends." Click here to read this article. The Northbrook Symphony featured in the Chicago Tribune's A&E Planner Chicago Tribune's music critic, John Von Rhein, features The Northbrook Symphony in his A&E Planner column on Nov. 2, 2008. Click here to read this article. The Northbrook Symphony names new concertmaster Mr. Thomas Yang The Northbrook Symphony has a new concertmaster Click here to read this article. Making the Music Visible An article by Dorothy Andries in the Sep. 25, 2008 issue of the Northbrook Star, a Pioneer Press publication, explores the use of super-titles in the upcoming Sep. 28, 2008 concert by The Northbrook Symphony. Click here to read this article. Northbrook Symphony Awards Scholarship at GBN NSO Board President Edward J. Amrein, Jr. attended the Awards Ceremony at Glenbrook North High School (GBN) on May 23, 2008 and on behalf of the NSO Board of Directors and Music Director Lawrence Rapchak, announced this year's recipient of the Northbrook Symphony Orchestra's Scholarship Award. This year's winner, as selected by the Glenbrook faculty, was Ian Hallas. Ian performed as a member of the NSO bass section in the NSO concert on Nov. 11, 2007. Click here for a picture of Ian. Northbrook Symphony Musicians at Maple School Musicians from the The Northbrook Symphony joined the students at Maple School (Northbrook, IL) for their Spring Concert on May 6, 2008. Click here to see the detailed program. Click here for pictures from this exciting event. NSO Musicians Hold Clinic at Maple School Musicians from the The Northbrook Symphony held a hands-on musician's clinic for the students at Maple School (Northbrook, IL) on April 29, 2008 in preparation for their upcoming Spring Concert. Click here for pictures from this educational event. The Northbrook Symphony Plays a Concert at Children's The following article appeared in the April 3, 2008 edition of the Northbrook Star, a Pioneer Press publication, which described the successful concert by the NSO at Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago. Click here to read this article. NSO Provides Vivid Pictures, Musical and Visual The following article appeared in the April 10, 2008 edition of the Northbrook Star, a Pioneer Press publication, which provided a review of the very successful NSO concert on April 6th; the performance featured a collaborative effort with Glenbrook North High School art students. Click here to read this article. This was the last performance of the current season and both orchestra and students went out in style! Symphony Reaches Out to Students The following article also appeared in the April 10, 2008 edition of the Northbrook Star, a Pioneer Press publication, which described in more detail the Outreach activities with Northbrook Junior High School music students. Click here to read this article. NSO promoted by John von Rhein in Chicago Tribune The NSO's upcoming concert featuring bass soloist Peter Van de Graaff receives special mention by Tribune writer John von Rhein in the Metromix Planner in the Arts and Entertainment section of the April 6, 2008 edition of the Chicago Tribune newspaper. Click here here to read this article. Teen Artist's try to Capture Composer's Mood The following article appeared in the April 3, 2008 edition of the Northbrook Star, a Pioneer Press publication, which described the very worthwhile NSO Outreach program which focuses on working with local schools and the results of this collaborative effort in blending student art with music from the NSO. Click here to read this article. Northbrook Symphony Plays a Concert at Children's The following article also appeared in the April 3, 2008 edition of the Northbrook Star, a Pioneer Press publication, which described the successful concert by the NSO at Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago. Click here to read this article. Cello Rules The Day This follow-up, web-based article featuring guest soloist Joseph Johnson appeared on Jan. 24, 2008 in the Northbrook Star, a Pioneer Press publication. Click here to read this article. North Grad featured by Symphony Sunday The following article appeared in the Jan. 17, 2008 edition of The Northbrook Star, a Pioneer Press publication, featuring the return of Cellist Joseph Johnson to his home town of Northbrook and his first ever performance with the Northbrook Symphony Orchestra. Click here to read this article. Two Heads Better The following article appeared in the Nov. 15, 2007 edition of the Glenview Announcements, a Pioneer Press publication, featuring the Northbrook Symphony Orchestra. Click here to read this article. Require Adobe Reader plug-in; download it here)
		______________________________________________________________ NSO School of Music www.gtantchev.com The Northbrook Symphony Orchestra School of Music provides instruction in all orchestral instruments, from Piccolo to Double Bass. It also offers instruction in Drums, Guitar, Piano, Voice, Theory and Sibelius Music Software. Conveniently located in Northfield, it provides high quality music instruction at every level. For more information about our experienced and talented NSO music faculty or how to enroll please contact: Dr. George Tantchev NSO School of Music Director 480 Central Avenue Northfield, IL 60093 Phone: (847) 446-5345 Email: Click here View/Print Brochure: Click here Requires Adobe Reader plug-in; download it here) ______________________________________________________________ The Northbrook Symphony by the Numbers: Years in Existence ................................................... 28 Number of Music Directors in 28 years ........................ 2 Number of Musicians ................................................. 74 Age of Youngest Member ........................................... 27 Age of Oldest Member ................................................ 75 Combined years of study, practice & performance ......... 2,249 Subscription concerts per year ..................................... 5 Total Concerts Performed To-Date ................................. 137 Beethoven Symphonies Performed ................................ 9 Shostakovich Symphonies Performed ............................ 5 Performance of Dvorak's Cello Concerto ......................... 6 "Rare Gems" Performed in Last Six Years ..................... 61 Outreach Performances Last Year ................................. 12 Cost of a Main-Floor Subscription .................................. $190 Experience of an NSO Concert ............................... Fabulous! ____________________________________________________________________