2025 Silver Measure Awards

Gregory Hughes • April 24, 2025

Elmhurst Symphony Announces 2025 Silver Measure Award Winners

Three Musicians To Be Honored for Long-time Service

The Elmhurst Symphony Association (ESA) announced today three winners of the prestigious Silver Measure Award, the Elmhurst Symphony’s highest honor for outstanding service to the organization. The 2025 winners include Principal Flutist Claudia Cryer (pictured), current Board of Directors President Linda Kozak, and Principal Bassoonist Dianne Ryan.

The Silver Measure Award, established in 1984, is the Elmhurst Symphony Association’s highest recognition. Its purpose is to recognize outstanding volunteer service to the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra (ESO) exemplified by major contributions of personal effort and involvement in its programs and the community over an extended period of time.

This year the ESA recognizes three individuals who have shown a long-time, passionate commitment to the Symphony. Award recipients will be honored at the Brass Brilliance concert on May 3, 2025.

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ESO Patrons kick off 25/26 Season with September Soirée

By Gregory Hughes • September 19, 2025

Third Annual September Soirée Sets New Fundraising Record Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra patrons, musicians, and staff joined together on Tuesday evening for the third annual September Soirée to raise funds for the 2025/2026 Season. The event took place at Wilder Mansion, included catering by Modern Plate, and featured a performance by ESO Principal Harpist Janelle Lake. The event set a new fundraising record for the annual kickoff party, surpassing the previous year and generating more than $50,000 for the ESO's upcoming season. Contributions are still needed and can be made online today.