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The Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra (IPO) is an orchestra in the Chicago area.
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Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra | |
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Orchestra | |
Short name | IPO |
Former name | Park Forest Orchestra |
Founded | 1954 |
Location | Palos Heights, Illinois |
Concert hall | Ozinga Chapel, Trinity Christian College |
Principal conductor | Stilian Kirov |
Website | ipomusic |
The Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra is a member of the League of American Orchestras and the Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau.[1]
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]
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