Double Reed Festival 2024
2024 Double Reed Festival was held on November 3, 2024. This page will be refreshed with 2025 Festival information in the fall of 2025.
2024 Chicago Double Reed Festival
The 2024 Chicago Double Reed Festival was held held on
Sunday, November 3, 2024 at the MYAC Center.
The schedule, workshops, flyer and clinicians all include 2024 festival information.
About
The Chicago Double Reed Festival is an all day experience put on for and by Chicago area bassoonists and oboists. This festival is for all ages, experience levels, and backgrounds! Participants will have the opportunity to play in master classes, perform in technique classes, play in a double reed choir, try out instruments from local vendors, and celebrate all things double reed! All participants will also get a double reed festival t-shirt and lunch.
Registration
Complete the registration form (see link at the top of this page).
Pay the registration fee. The registration fee includes lunch and a T-shirt!
MYAC students and MYAC alumni: $40
All others: $50
Questions? Contact Jean Milew at jeanmilew@mya.org or call the MYAC office at 847-926-9898.
Location
The 2024 Chicago Double Reed Festival will be held at the MYAC Center, 878 Lyster Road, Highwood, IL 60040
FAQ
Q: What should I bring?
A: You should bring your instrument, anything you need to play (extra reeds, water, straps, etc), double reed choir music, and all your double reed friends. Of course, having a bassoon or oboe is not a requirement - you can still observe all the sessions and try out some instruments brought by our vendors.
Q: Who should attend?
A: Bassoonists and oboists of all ages, experience levels, and backgrounds! We will offer classes for all experience levels and this is an event to celebrate all things double reed! We also suggest that band and orchestra teachers of all levels should come to learn more pedagogical techniques for double reeds.
Q: How do I register?
A: Fill out the registration form above. To ensure correct t-shirt sizing, please register no later than October 31st.
Q: I missed the registration deadline, can I still come?
A: Of course! We will accept late and day-of registrations with an additional $15 cost ($65 total for individuals). In order to avoid the late fee and guarantee a correctly sized t-shirt, please register by Friday, October 6th.
Q: Do I need to pack a lunch?
A: No! Lunch is included in the cost.
Q: How late will Chicago Double Reed Festival go?
A: The last clinics will wrap up around 2:30 PM. There will be a Faculty Recital starting at 4:00 pm.
Q: Do I Have to Stay the Whole Day?
A: You do not have to stay the whole day but it is highly encouraged!
Q: Can I attend the 4:00 pm Faculty Recital even if I'm not a registered participant in the festival?
A: Absolutely! Parents and guests are more than welcome to attend the 4:00 pm recital at no cost.
Q: Can I observe the festival without actively participating in any of the sessions?
A: Yes - on the day of the festival, people who wish to observe (but not participate) in any sessions can pay a $40 Observer Fee. They will not be able to participate in Master Classes or Technique sessions, for example, but they would be able to watch classes and performances.
Q: Do I have to pay for parking?
A: No!
Q: You still haven't answered my question - Who should I get in touch with?
A: Any additional questions, please email Jean Milew or call Midwest Young Artists at 847-926-9898.