Chicago ChamberFest 2023

Join CMA this June for a full afternoon of programming. The event will include two professional development panels, time for networking, and conclude with an exciting performance. Chicago-area and Midwest constituents are invited to attend in-person, while all others are invited to stream components online.

Tickets and Information
Friday, June 2, 2023, 1-6:30 PM CT
Venue: PianoForte, 1335 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL | (312) 291-0000 | info@pianofortechicago.com
In-person and online tickets are available now.

Supporting Sound: A Conversation with Funders on Nourishing Creative Economies
1-2:30 PM CT | Doors Open: 12:45 PM CT

What can artists do to improve working relationships with funders? How do organizations measure impact? What is the best way to address changing funding streams? Hear the answers to these important questions and more from representatives of Chicago’s leading arts foundations and funding institutions.

Featuring

• Mike Angell, Director of Performing Arts, Paul M. Angell Foundation
• Kalena Chevalier, Deputy Commissioner, Cultural Grants and Resources, Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events
• Ellen Wadey, Program Director, Gaylord & Dorothy Donnelley Foundation
• Zac Whittenburg, Arts Program Officer, Richard H. Driehaus Foundation
• José R. Feliciano, Director of Grant Programs, Chamber Music America (Moderator)

2:30-3 PM CT | In-Person Participants Only

Confronting Marginalization through the Power of the Creative Life
3-4:30 PM CT | Doors Open 2:45 PM CT

What are the tools and best practices for creating thoughtful and lasting work? How can we use our talents and platforms to build arts equity that lasts? Join this panel of artists and arts administrations to find out what’s missing in the equity conversation.

Featuring

• Alejandra Valarino Boyer, Director of Steans Music Institute, Ravinia Festival
• Caitlin Edwards, Violinist and Educator, D-Composed and Ensemble Dal Niente
• Blake-Anthony Johnson, President & CEO, Chicago Sinfonietta
• Jennie Oh Brown, Flutist and Board Member, Chamber Music America (Moderator)

Presented in partnership with The Wallace Foundation.

4:30-5 PM CT | In-Person Participants Only

5-6:15 PM CT | Doors Open: 4:45 PM

Finally, we’ll conclude with performances from two engaging ensembles:

Ensemble Dal Niente

Alexander / McLean Project

• Dee Alexander, vocals
• Steve Million, piano
• John McLean, guitar
• Jeremiah Hunt, bass