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Seventy-two (72) Violin, Viola, Cello, and Piano Campers:
YOUR Chamber Music Camp is ready to start on August 8 !!!!

"Camp Faculty Concert" is on Thurs August 11, 4 to 5 pm at Krasa Center, Benedictine University.

Campers "Listen to Our Children Concert" is on Friday August 12, 7 to 9 pm at Krasa Center.

"Youth Chamber Music Marathon" is at 2 pm on August 21 in Naperville Downtown's Riverwalk.
This concert is supported partially by a grant from the City of Naperville. Admissions are free.

INFORMATION SHEET - 2005 OPUS CHAMBER MUSIC CAMP
APPLICATION FORM - 2005 OPUS STRINGS MUSIC CAMP
INFORMATION - 2005 Camp Schedule/Updated
2005 FACULTY Part I of II
2005 FACULTY Part II of II
2005 Campers Special - Options


* BRAVA!!!*
* CONGRATULATIONS to all OPUS Chamber Ensemble Competition - Performance participants for your Wonderful Performance on April 17, and in the Gallery of Winners Concert on May 14 at Ganz Memorial Hall, Roosevelt Univ., Chicago.
* May 14, 2005 Winners Concert Program

OPUS is a charitable (IRS 501 c 3), not-for-profit organization that actively supports and promotes the orchestra activities in the Naperville District 203 schools.
OPUS Mission
OPUS is formed for the purpose of stimulating and encouraging students' interest in the orchestra program. OPUS members consist of parents, guardians, and patrons of Naperville Community Unit School District 203 and neighboring community elementary, junior high, and high school orchestra students.
OPUS has the following goals and projects:
  • Seeking a niche for youngsters to select and enjoy string instruments and orchestral music (e.g. Invited Symphony, Chamber, Quartet, & Workshops)
  • Stimulating students' interest through recognition for achievements and participation (e.g., Certificates, Awards).
  • Supporting student's advancement in music study through scholarships (e.g., to Summer Music Camp).
  • Working closely with District's orchestra directors to improve curriculum (e.g., The Year 2000 White Paper).
  • Increasing exchange of small group and large ensemble performances in the community within and outside schools (e.g., Practice Partners Program, East Meets West Music Arts group).

    • Your membership for one academic year -
    OPUS welcomes everyone to join as members. "Orchestra is a community. Its essence is in collaboration."
  • ALLEGRO: $25/year Family Membership for Active Members (w/Priorities & Board privilege)
  • ALLEGRETTO: $15/year for Supporting Members.
  • ANDANTE: For Patrons that contribute tax-dedutible free-will donations
    MEMBERSHIP AND SPIRIT WEAR FORMS

    Please MAIL your check to OPUS, P.O. Box 495, Naperville, IL 60566-0495

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