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Music Matters
Supporting Ravinia and our Reach Teach Play® education and community programs
Saturday, May 9, 2026
Hosted by the Ravinia Associates Board
Featuring
Cocktails • Auction • Dinner • Live Music
Black Tie Optional
Purchase TicketsMake a Donation
Ticket prices increase by $50 on March 30.
Please email us at associates@ravinia.org with any questions.
Standard tickets ($300 per person) include:
- Cocktail reception with open bar and passed hors d’oeuvres
- Exclusive program, including live auction and entertainment
- Three-course seated dinner
Upgrade to VIP tickets ($400 per person) for:
- Exclusive access to premium VIP bar
- Champagne toast at table
- Priority program and dinner seating
- Recognition in event program book
- Limited availability!
Music Matters at Ravinia
Supporting Music Education
All proceeds benefit Ravinia and our Reach Teach Play programs, which serve over 20,000 students annually in Lake and Cook Counties year-round. Ravinia opens doors to the positive impact of music through Reach Teach Play, providing children and families in underserved schools and communities with live performances and music education programs where they learn and live, as well as at Ravinia.
Please email us at associates@ravinia.org with any questions.
Lead Reach Teach Play Sponsor: 
Honoring Music Education’s Leaders
In addition to raising money and awareness for Ravinia’s music education programs, Music Matters annually recognizes inspirational philanthropic and educational leaders. In 2026, the Associates honor Ravinia Trustee Robert W. Crawford Jr. for his generous and enthusiastic support of non-profit organizations throughout the Chicago area. In addition to being a leading voice on the Board of Trustees as an Executive Committee member, Bob has supported many Ravinia concerts and projects. We are grateful to have him as a dedicated partner in Ravinia’s mission to provide accessible music programs and education to children and our community.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact associates@ravinia.org or 847‑266‑5021.