The Elmhurst Symphony, celebrating its 53rd season, provides the western suburbs with quality symphonic music of wide appeal enhanced by pre-concert lectures in a state-of-the-art facility conveniently located at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church.  Professional and volunteer musicians are joined by top-notch guest artists to present powerful musical adventures under the baton of Music Director Stephen Alltop.  Community outreach programs throughout the year offer musical experiences to area youth and families..  Selected as the 2010 winner of the "Programming of the Year" award by the Illinois Council of Orchestras, the Elmhurst Symphony brings to its audience timeless musical performances comparable to those of other premier symphonic organizations, for a more reasonable price, and just minutes from home.