Introduction
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Inspired by the Chicago Music Festival, the Chicago Youth International Arts Festival creates a platform for youths abroad to showcase their artistic talents internationally. The program was initially named the Chicago International Youth Music Festival and was renamed 2017, after the Chicago Youth Education Exchange became an approved nonprofit organization. The Chicago Youth Education Exchange now works with Cornerstone Education to provide the arts festival's summer camp programs. Those participating will not only be able to perform in a large-scale music festival but will more importantly also be able to demonstrate their abilities on this distinguished stage. The Chicago Youth International Arts Festival will indubitably become a point of cultural exchange for multiple countries.
Local students will be joining us from the Midwest Young Artist, Hyde Park Dance Academy, Chicago Academy of the Arts, Yellow River Performance Arts, New Music School and more! This is a wonderful opportunity for the city to celebrate a cross cultural exchange while encouraging young children to participate in the arts. We are thrilled to have Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel write an invitation to all the youths around the world to participate this wonderful event! |
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Programs Available
The Chicago Youth International Music Festival event consists of 2 main components - an arts camp and a competition.
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Arts Camp
July 17 - 29, 2017 The Arts Camp lasts the longest and spans a total of 13 days, allowing students to visit local Chicago Arts schools and participate in workshops and master classes. On the last 2 days f the program, students will participate in the Arts Festival Competition and Grand Finale Gala, where students showcase their talents on stage with local Chicago and international students. Lodging available upon request but housing registrations end May 1, 2017. |
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- Those registering for the camp must be ages 12 and up
- Students must not have completed their senior year of high school during time of registration
- Winners of the Arts Festival Competition will be able to perform in the Grand Finale Gala
- International students will need to arrive in Chicago by July 16, 2017 for orientation
- Classes are Monday to Friday, 9am - 4pm with weekend activities
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Two-Day Festival
July 27 - 29, 2017 For students who want to participate in workshops or master classes but cannot commit to the Art Camp Program's 13-day requirement, this program might be the one for you! There will be one day of workshop and classes, followed by the Arts Festival Competition. Winners of the competition will be able to perform in the Grand Finale Gala. Lodging available upon request but housing registrations end May 1, 2017. |
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Arts Festival Competition
July 28th, 2017 Both, the Arts Camp and Two-Day Festival programs, will allow students to participate in the Arts Festival Competition. Those who are only interested in participating in the competition, this is the option for you! Winners of the Arts Festival competition will be able to perform in the Grand Finale Gala. Competition categories include:
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Grand Finale Gala
July 27 - 28, 2017 Those who win Friday's competition have the option to perform in the Grand Finale Gala on Saturday in front of numerous prestigious guests including industry leaders, teachers, and representatives from renowned schools. Sponsoring institutes can register to have groups perform. Lodging available upon request but housing registrations end May 1, 2017. |
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Last Year's GuestsLaura de Valois
Founder, Valois Academy of Music and Performance Art Cameo Humes
Professor of Voice & Opera August Tye
Founder, Hyde Park School of Ballet Ying Chai
Violin & Viola Instructor |
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VENUE
Location of Arts Festival Camp and Competition will be held at
Chicago Academy for the Arts
1010 W Chicago Ave,
Chicago, IL 60642
Chicago Academy for the Arts
1010 W Chicago Ave,
Chicago, IL 60642
"Since the 1830s, throngs of Chicagoans and tourists from around the world have gathered in Grant Park. Among the park’s great treasures, the Grant Park Music Festival has been a beloved summer tradition, from its origins in the 1930s to its 21st century starring role in Millennium Park. In 2004, Millennium Park opened and the Grant Park Music Festival moved in to the state-of-the-art Jay Pritzker Pavilion designed by renowned architect Frank Gehry. The Chicago Music Festival is America’s only free series of outdoor performances, and it is considered as one of the world’s largest summer music festivals. Famous artists and musicians ranging from mainstream rock bands to classical music orchestras have also participated in the fiesta. It hosts a diverse set of music and performance art programs throughout the year as well, providing an excellent stage for professional and amateur performers alike."
