Project 88

🎶 Join the Project 88 Choir! 🎶

Calling all singers aged 15+ in Berwyn and surrounding areas! Whether you're a seasoned vocalist or just love to sing, the Project 88 Music Academy Choir welcomes you to join us for a joyful season of music and learning.

🗓 Rehearsals begin: Tuesday, January 21st
📍 Location: Ebenezer Christian Reformed Church, 1246 S Harvey Ave., Berwyn
💵 Membership: $140/semester

Register for the choir today by completing this form qrco.de/bfgQyM

Ready to sing your heart out? Let’s make music together! 🎤✨

🎄 Enjoy a preview of the Lakeshore Brass Holiday Concert! 🎄

https://youtu.be/X5cUS0jsuM0

Join us in celebration this Saturday, December 21, 2024!
Enjoy the December Concert Series: Christmas Special with the Lakeshore Brass and the debut of the Project 88 Choir.

📍 Ebenezer Christian Reformed Church, 1246 S Harvey Ave, Berwyn, IL
🕕 6:30 PM

Join us for a memorable evening filled with holiday cheer and beautiful music!

Lakeshore Brass Christmas at Project 88 Enjoy an evening of holiday music with Lakeshore Brass Quintet and Project 88 Choir.https://project88musicacademy.org/event/december-concert-series-christmas...

🎶 Join Us for the Student Showcase Recital! 🎶
Come celebrate the talent and hard work of our Project 88 students! The recital will feature performances by students from the Preparatory, Apprentice, and Developing Artist Programs, showcasing their dedication and growth.

📅 Saturday, December 14, 2024
🕕 6:30 PM
📍 Ebenezer Christian Reformed Church at 1246 S Harvey Ave, Berwyn, IL

Support our young musicians and witness the next generation of artists take the stage!

¿Sabías que? Estudios demuestran que la educación musical mejora la memoria, la concentración y las habilidades para resolver problemas. ¡En Project 88, nos dedicamos a desbloquear estos beneficios en la vida de nuestros estudiantes! Este , ayúdanos a llevar la música a la vida de más niños y fomentar su crecimiento.

Este Giving Tuesday, apoya la educación musical. Dona en: https://shorturl.at/nQGZq

🎵 Did you know? Studies show that music education boosts memory, concentration, and problem-solving skills. At Project 88, we’re dedicated to unlocking these lifelong benefits for our students! This , help us bring music into the lives of more children and foster their growth.

🎹 This Giving Tuesday, support music education. Donate at https://shorturl.at/nQGZq

🌟 From just 10 students in Fall 2020 to 102 students enrolled in our programs over the past four years, Project 88 Music Academy is growing stronger every semester! This , invest in a brighter future for young musicians.

🎻 Support the gift of music education. Donate today. https://shorturl.at/nQGZq

¡De solo 10 estudiantes en otoño de 2020 a 102 estudiantes inscritos en nuestros programas durante los últimos cuatro años, Project 88 Music Academy sigue creciendo con fuerza cada semestre! Este , invierte en un futuro más brillante para los jóvenes músicos.

Apoya el regalo de la educación musical. Dona hoy. https://shorturl.at/nQGZq

This , support Project 88 Music Academy, where every child has the chance to experience the transformative power of music! Through our programs, students gain confidence, creativity, and a sense of community.

Join us in making music education accessible to all! 🎶 Donate to Project 88 today, https://shorturl.at/nQGZq

Este , apoya a Project 88 Music Academy, ¡donde cada niño tiene la oportunidad de experimentar el poder transformador de la música! A través de nuestros programas, los estudiantes ganan confianza, creatividad y un sentido de comunidad.

¡Únete a nosotros para hacer que la educación musical sea accesible para todos!
¡Dona a Project 88 hoy mismo! https://shorturl.at/nQGZq

🎶 Spotlight on Wen Chin Liu-Young! 🎶
We’re thrilled to share that Wen Chin Liu-Young, our Music Academy Supervisor, has been featured in the Oak Park Wednesday Journal! 🎤✨

The article highlights Wen Chin’s incredible journey and passion for music, including her work with the Heritage Chorale and her dedication to fostering the next generation of musicians right here at Project 88. 🎻💙

Read her inspiring story and learn more about her impact in our community: https://www.oakpark.com/2024/11/12/wen-chin-liu-young-heritage-chorale/

Malaysian-born Artistic director for Heritage Chorale chose music over medicine - Wednesday Journal Wen Chin Liu-Young is in her third season as artistic director for Heritage Chorale, which kicks off its new season on Saturday in River Forest.

⏰ Last Call – Don't Miss the November Concert ⏰

Don’t miss your chance to hear Beyond Words on Saturday, November 16, 2024.
Experience the beautiful collaboration between soprano Gabrielle Goudard and pianist Élider DiPaula in a performance that transcends words.

🎟 Grab your tickets now and support Project 88 at https://shorturl.at/WBHG3
Tickets are free and a $15 donation is appreciated

🌟 Spotlight on Soprano Gabrielle Goudard 🌟

A versatile and dynamic artist, Gabrielle Goudard brings a wealth of global influences to her performances. Born in France to a family of artists, Gabrielle has performed internationally, from the Lebanese Symphonic Orchestra to Andy’s Jazz Club in Chicago, blending Western classical music with Indonesian, Middle Eastern, and jazz traditions.

This November, Gabrielle joins pianist Élider DiPaula for a unique concert experience, Beyond Words – an evening of expressive vocalizes and art songs.

📅 Saturday, November 16, 2024
📍 1246 S Harvey Ave, Berwyn, IL
Don’t miss this chance to experience Gabrielle’s stunning artistry and cultural depth live!

Tickets are free and a $15 donation is appreciated. Reserve your seat at https://shorturl.at/WBHG3

El Proyecto 88 está aceptando solicitudes para el Programa de Aprendices (grados 3.º a 12.º). Las solicitudes deben presentarse el domingo 8 de diciembre.

Solicite hoy mismo en https://forms.gle/VVVeX19qLUFEBu8AA

Los estudiantes potenciales completarán una prueba de aptitud en la tarde/noche del lunes 16 de diciembre.

Los estudiantes aceptados participarán en un programa semanal con una lección de 30 minutos en el instrumento de su elección, una clase de composición/teoría de 1 hora y una clase de interpretación en el estudio.

🎶 Announcing Beyond Words – A Special Concert Event! 🎶

Join us for a moving musical experience with soprano Gabrielle Goudard and pianist Élider DiPaula on Saturday, November 16, 2024. Enjoy an evening that goes beyond words.

📅 Saturday, November 16, 2024
📍 1246 S Harvey Ave, Berwyn, IL
🕕 6:30 PM

Reserve your spot and support Project 88 Music Academy’s mission to inspire through music!
Tickets are free and a $15 donation is appreciated.
https://shorturl.at/WBHG3

Project 88 is accepting applications for the Apprentice Program (grades 3-12). Applications are due Sunday, December 8th.

Potential students will complete an aptitude test on the afternoon/evening of Monday, December 16th

Accepted students will participate in a weekly schedule with a 30-minute lesson on their instrument of choice, a 1-hour composition/theory class, and a studio performance class.

Apply today at https://forms.gle/VVVeX19qLUFEBu8AA

⏰ Don’t Miss Out – Tickets are Going Fast! ⏰

The Musical Tales concert is just around the corner! Don’t miss an evening of captivating performances by Raffi Barber and Keaton Roberts on November 9th. Limited seats remain, so grab your tickets today and support Project 88 Music Academy’s mission.

🎟 $50 per person – includes one complimentary drink!
Get your tickets before they are gone at https://shorturl.at/2Xc2s

🌟 Meet Pianist Raffi Barber 🌟

Raffi Barber, a first-generation Indonesian-American and talented pianist from Chicago, brings a unique blend of discipline and passion to his performances.

A student at Jones College Prep, Raffi’s journey includes eight years of intensive piano training under Élider DiPaula, along with his impressive achievements in both academics and the martial arts.

This fall marks his debut professional recital – a significant milestone in his musical journey.

Come experience Raffi's artistry at Musical Tales on November 9th!
Get your tickets at https://shorturl.at/2Xc2s

🎹 Introducing Pianist and Composer Keaton Roberts 🎹

Since starting his classical training in 2020, Oak Park native Keaton Roberts has quickly risen in the music world, earning Project 88’s Composition Award and premiering his original work “Sunrise” in 2022. Keaton continues to grow in both piano and voice, taking on new challenges and receiving high accolades at vocal competitions.

Join us on November 9th for Musical Tales to witness his inspiring talent!
Get your tickets at https://shorturl.at/2Xc2s