We present to you a new video update for the Music Commission Project! In the last video update, you heard from composer Jonathan Newman on why it's important to commission new music for Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras. Now we talk about process. What happens after a commissioned piece is written and handed over to the orchestra? Here's a glimpse into the early days of learning the piece, with Jonathan Newman! Read More »

In our last update, you heard from composer Jonathan Newman about why it’s important for CYSO to commission new music. Now you might be wondering, who exactly is Jonathan Newman and why has CYSO chosen him to create its signature piece?