The public is invited to attend the 2014 Dr. Robert Stanger Young Artists Auditions on Saturday, February 8, 2014, at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, 149 W Brush Hill Rd. in Elmhurst, IL. Hours are from 8:45 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 to 2:15 p.m. Those attending this free event may come and go throughout the day. Everyone is invited to attend a luncheon at Park Place from noon to 1:00 p.m. The cost is $20; reservations can be made by calling the ESO office at 630-941-0202
 
Conducted by the Elmhurst Symphony Association in cooperation with the Elmhurst Kiwanis Club and the Auxiliary of the ESO through its Eunice B. Sidner Scholarship, the yearly Stanger Auditions provide an opportunity for outstanding high school instrumentalists to gain recognition for their efforts and compete for the chance to perform a concerto movement with the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra.  Three judges will offer written comments to each of the 16 high school entrants who come from Elmhurst as well as many surrounding suburbs. Students will play music by a wide range of composers and for several different instruments, including piano, strings, woodwinds, brass and guitar.  Monetary awards are given to the four top performers; the first-place winner will perform with the ESO and the three runners-up are invited to play their selections for local community groups. Everyone is welcome to attend the Stanger Auditions to hear these outstanding young musicians perform. For more information call 630-941-0202 or visit www.elmhurstsymphony.org.