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Celebrity Conductor Challenge

Celebrity Conductor Challenge returns to Bloomington-Normal THIS Fall. Outstanding Bloomington-Normal celebrity community members will compete to conduct at our Holiday Pops in the Heartland concert.

Celebrity Conductor candidates were announced at our Sips & Sounds performance on Thursday, August 21st at Keg Grove Brewing Company and the race to the podium starts on Monday, September 29th. Mark you calendars and help your favorite candidate WIN by donating to the ISO in their name.

Who will hold the baton? Meet the Candidates!

Dan Brady

Dan Brady

Bloomington Mayor and Long-time Civic Volunteer

Dan Brownstone PC Christine Call

Dan Brownstone, M.D.

Board Certified Ophthalmologist, Trained Classical Pianist and Arts Supporter

Tom Carroll

Tom Carroll

University Professor, Leadership Consultant, Board Leader, Yoga Teacher and World Traveler

Sharon Chung

Sharon Chung

State Representative and Accomplished Musician

Julie Dobski

Julie Baker Dobski

Business Leader and Philanthropist

Dick Meads

Dick Meads, a.k.a. Santa Claus

General Sales Manager Barker Motor Company and Community Gift Giver