Photo Gallery: An Opera Afternoon
September 29, 2025
Photo Gallery: An Opera Afternoon with Jim Cornelison
Photos by Eric Snoza for Elliot Mandel Photography
CSO Principal Oboist William Welter Playing Mozart's Oboe Concerto in C
Classical Giants with the CSO's William Welter
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.