Advertisement
The music departments of the (OES) Ottawa Elementary District 141, Ottawa Illinois and (OTHS) Ottawa Township High School District 140 present the 37th Annual OEHS Music Festival on Sunday, February 21, 2027, at 2:00 p.m. in historic Kingman Gym. The annual OEHS (Ottawa Elementary & High School) Music Festival, which assembles over 200 student musicians in grades 5th through 12th for an afternoon of collaboration, is a reminder to the performers and a reinforcement to the audience of the importance of music education at every stage of a performer’s development.
It also demonstrates the ways music can bring a community together.
From the first notes of the beginning band and choir students to the more advanced performances of the high school bands and choirs, the event highlights the growth, discipline, and independence of making music together.
The concert is led by OTHS Band Director Andrew Jacobi, OTHS Choral director Ali Stachowicz, Shepherd Band Director Martin Czarnecki, Shepherd Middle School Choral Director Madelyn Adelman, Central Intermediate School Band Director Becky Weiler and Central Intermediate School Choral Director Keisha Sanders. The event also features accompaniment from retired OTHS Band Director Sarah Reckmeyer, local musician Anne Badger and administrative assistance from Leighton Williams. The finale of the concert is a combined performance of "America, the Beautiful," arranged by Warren Barker and conducted by Keisha Sanders.
The long history of music education in Ottawa is an enduring testament to the power of collaboration and cooperation between the music staff, school administrators, families, and community. That united effort ensures the music programs continue to thrive and evolve for future generations.
The music staff of OTHS and OES cordially invites you to attend an afternoon of celebration of shared love of music in the community.
Advertisement
Event venue
211 E Main St, Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350
Tickets
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups — all the happenings, one place.
Discover more events by tag
Music-festivals in OttawaConcerts in OttawaPerformances in OttawaEducation in OttawaLive-music in OttawaEntertainment in OttawaMusic in OttawaFestivals in OttawaChoir in Ottawa