by Music Celebrations | Mar 17, 2014 | Chicago, Festivals
The experience cannot adequately be summarized in words. From the hotel, to the clinic, museums, touring, and the performance, it was all truly a life changing experience. I am still in awe of what took place and my students and I are wishing that it did not ever end.... by Music Celebrations | Feb 18, 2014 | Chicago, Festivals
We are pleased to announce that applications for the sixth-annual Percy Grainger Wind Band Festival, to take place in Chicago’s Historic Orchestra Hall at Symphony Center, are now being accepted. The festival will feature four auditioned wind ensembles at each... 
by Music Celebrations | Apr 15, 2013 | Chicago, Festivals, News
The Percy Grainger Wind Band Festival was the highlight of our year! The staff worked hard to give our students the best possible educational experience while also having a tremendous amount of fun. Music Celebrations International went above and beyond to give our... 
by Music Celebrations | Apr 3, 2013 | Chicago, Festivals, News
A concert performance in Chicago’s Orchestra Hall must be seen as a special, life-changing experience for most instrumental ensembles. The history of the venue, the magnificent aesthetic, and the brilliant acoustic make this an experience worthy of the time,... 
by Music Celebrations | Mar 12, 2013 | Chicago, Festivals, News
The 4th Annual Percy Grainger Wind Band Festival was the best trip I have ever taken with my students. The clinic with Colonel Gabriel was the best clinic I have ever experienced. From the accommodations, to the sight-seeing, to the sound check and ultimately to the... 