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Music Matters
Supporting Ravinia and our Reach Teach Play® education and community programs
Saturday, May 9, 2026
at Ravinia Festival
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
- Culinary food stations with reserved seating
Upgrade to VIP tickets ($400 per person) for:
- Exclusive access to premium VIP bar
- Priority program and dinner seating
- Elevated plated dinner selections
- Champagne toast at table
- Recognition in event program book
- Limited availability!
New! After‑Party in The Audrey
Featuring a nightcap of dessert and drinks with more dancing to a live band in the Sandra K. Crown Theater
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.
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 enthusiastic support of non-profit organizations throughout the Chicago area, including many facets of Ravinia—from unforgettable performances during the summer Ravinia Festival season and enhancements of experiences in the park to the Reach Teach Play music education and community engagement programs.
2026 Honoree Robert W. Crawford Jr.
As a longtime Lake Forest resident, Bob Crawford is dedicated to serving the Chicagoland community through active participation in local philanthropies. He is especially focused on supporting new generations, both in business—leading Bob to create the influential Neighborhood Entrepreneurship Lab—and children’s programming, through the Field Museum and Ravinia. Bob and his wife, Winnie, believe that education—especially music education—is a powerful foundation that uplifts communities, and they have been proud supporters of Ravinia’s Reach Teach Play for many years. Since joining Ravinia’s Board of Trustees, Bob has become a passionate member of the Executive Committee. We are so grateful for his tireless support of Ravinia and music education.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact associates@ravinia.org or 847‑266‑5021.