Who We Are...
Our Mission
The Fermi Community Orchestra (FCO) provides adult musicians of all levels, professional and amateur, the opportunity to explore, learn and play great works of music in a friendly, supportive setting. The FCO encourages growth in its members' musicianship as it brings the joy of music to the communities of Chicago's western suburbs through its free, family-friendly concerts.
The FCO Story
Founded in 2018 by Andrea LaFranzo, the Fermi Community Orchestra has been bringing music to Chicago’s far western suburbs and the opportunity to perform for musicians in the community. The Fermi Community Strings ensemble was introduced in 2021. The beautiful and welcoming Batavia United Methodist Church has been our home for rehearsals and concerts. The FCO has grown a lot over the years, and we pride ourselves on our inclusive membership, engaging programs, and enriching outreach to the community.
Our Musicians
The love and appreciation for music brings enjoyment and fulfillment throughout our whole lives. The members of our ensembles work in (or are retired from) a variety of professions, all coming together on Sundays to share in the joy and fellowship of music-making. We are:
Physicists
Psychiatrists
Engineers
(Software, Geotechnical, Mechanical,
Manufacturing)
Program Managers
Physicians
Scientific Editors
Artists
Equestrian Managers
Geologists
Registered Nurses
Firefighter/EMTs
String Orchestra Teachers
Seamstresses
Librarians
Teachers/Professors
Technology
Accountants
Chemists
Attorneys
Probation Officers
Trainers
Stay-at-Home Parents
Dental Hygienists
Marriage and Family Therapists
Horticulturalists
Records Supervisors
Massage Therapists
Private and Public School Music Teachers
Fraud Investigators
College, Graduate, PhD Students
Post-Doctoral Researchers
Pharmacists
Township Assessors
Risk Managers
Are you a musician who wants to join our mission?