06/17/2025
Just one month ago at Music Matters, we experienced one of our favorite performances. On stage, at the Martin Theatre, we saw the impact of kids’ music education in real-time. It’s always a treat to hear the Ravinia Jazz Scholars () perform, and to welcome back an alum of the program, .
We’re still feeling the rhythm and impact of that night—and what it means for kids to experience the joy of music. The Music Matters Benefit raises funds for Reach Teach Play programs, which serve over 20,000 students across the Chicagoland area.
These programs provide underserved children and families with music education and live music performances in their schools, communities, and at Ravinia. Seeing the joy and pride on students’ faces reminds us exactly why Music Matters.