Special Events

Violins of Hope Concert

Sept 10, 2023 | 7:00pm

First Congregational UCC, DeKalb

Join members of the KSO, NIU Community School of the Arts Suzuki Strings, the Koleynu choir of Congregation Beth Shalom, and other community partners in a special concert featuring violins from a collection of instruments which survived the Holocaust.

Symphony Social

Feb 2, 2024 | 6:00pm to 9:00pm

The home of Ron and Nancy Proesel

Celebrate Linc Smelser's 20th anniversary as Music Director of the KSO at this special evening event!

KID Project Drive-Thru Community Drop-Off Day

Apr 6, 2024 | 10:00am to 1:00pm

The Ellwood House Museum
420 Linden Place, DeKalb

Donate your unwanted, gently-used band or orchestra instrument to benefit a local student in need!