Chicago Viola Festival 2026
2026 Chicago Viola Festival
The 2026 Chicago Viola Festival will be on March 1, 2026 at MYAC Campus in Highwood, IL. More information coming soon.
About
The Chicago Viola Festival is an all day experience put on, for, and by Chicago area violists of all ages, experience levels, and backgrounds! Participants will have the opportunity to play in master classes, perform in technique classes, play in a viola ensemble, and celebrate all things viola! All participants will also get a viola festival t-shirt and lunch.
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Registration
Pay the registration fee. The registration fee includes lunch and a T-shirt!
MYAC students and MYAC alumni: $50
All others: $75
Questions? Contact Jean Milew at jeanmilew@mya.org or call the MYAC office at 847-926-9898.
2026 Location
The 2026 Chicago Viola Festival will be held at MYAC, 878 Lyster Road, Highwood, IL
FAQ
Who Should Attend:
Viola players of all ages, experience levels, and backgrounds. We will offer classes for all experience levels. Those who wish to observe (but not participate) in any sessions can pay a $50 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.
What to bring:
Please bring your viola and any music you are currently working on if you would like to play in the group activities and master classes.
End of Day Recital:
There is a faculty recital and viola choir performance (including all participants) at 4:00pm. The recital should last approximately one hour. Parents, guardians, and friends are more than welcome to attend with no cost.
Any additional questions, please email Jean Milew (jeanmilew@mya.org) or call Midwest Young Artists at 847-926-9898.