Chicago Philharmonic

Chicago, get ready to play! 🎻

This summer, Side by Side returns bigger than ever with three concerts across the city.

Bring your instrument, join our free rehearsal with Scott Speck, and perform a summer‑evening concert side by side with the musicians of the Chicago Philharmonic.

It’s joyful, it’s welcoming, and it's one of our favorite summer traditions.

Participation is free; registration required at chicagophilharmonic.org.