The latest news on performances of Classical Music in Chicago.
Chicago International Violin Competition 2026 to Open Registration for Ages 7-28
by A.A. Cristi - June 15, 2026
The Chicago Violin Competition (CVC) is accepting registrations for its 2026 online edition, open to violinists aged 7–28 worldwide across Young Artist and Senior Artist divisions....
Chicago Chamber Music Program to Open Scholarship Applications for Ages 7-18
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026
The American Youth Chamber Orchestra in Chicago is accepting applications for merit scholarships and need-based financial aid for its 2026-27 chamber music program, open to musicians ages 7-18....
SONIC LIVE IN CONCERT to Launch Global Tour With US and UK Premieres
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2026
Senbla and SEGA announced Sonic Live In Concert, a new concert experience celebrating 35 years of the franchise, with US and UK premieres featuring a live orchestra, rock musicians, and vocalists performing music from across the Sonic universe....
American Music Institute to Close Applications for Music Scholarships and Financial Aid
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2026
The American Music Institute is accepting applications for Merit Scholarships and Need-Based Financial Aid for students aged 5–18 across its Chicago-area campuses. The deadline is approaching for the 2026–2027 cycle....
American Music Institute Will Present Student Recital at Clarendon Hills Campus
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
The American Music Institute (AMI) will present a student recital at its Clarendon Hills, IL campus, featuring performers of all ages and skill levels across a variety of music styles....
Third Coast Symphony to Present Free Concert in Chicago With Copland and Saint-Saëns
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 07, 2026
Third Coast Symphony, formed by a merger of the Skokie Valley Symphony Orchestra and Park Ridge Civic Orchestra, will present a free performance in Chicago....
Chicago Violin Competition 2026 Opens Registration for Ages 7–28
by A.A. Cristi - May 05, 2026
The Chicago Violin Competition has opened registration for its 2026 online edition, welcoming violinists ages 7–28 from around the world, with prizes up to $3,000 for Senior Artists....
Chicago Kids Chamber Music Program Offers Tuition Discount for Young Musicians
by A.A. Cristi - May 05, 2026
American Youth Chamber Orchestra's Chicago program is accepting auditions for its year-round chamber music program for students ages 7–18. A limited-time $100 tuition discount is available for qualifying enrollments....
Chicago Violin Competition Opens 2026 Grand Prix Registrations for Ages 7-28
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 22, 2026
The Chicago Violin Competition has opened registration for its 2026 Grand Prix, an online international event open to violinists ages 7–28, evaluated by a global jury across Young and Senior Artist divisions....
Dr. Terry Leahy Joins AMI Faculty as Trombone, Trumpet & Tuba Instructor
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 21, 2026
Trombonist Dr Terry Leahy has joined American Music Institute as an instructor. Originally from Australia, Dr Terry Leahy holds degrees from the Australian National University, the University of Minnesota and Northwestern University....
American Music Institute Adds Voice, Piano & Guitar Teacher Madison Colasanti
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 16, 2026
Madison Colasanti has joined The American Music Institute's faculty, teaching voice, piano, and guitar. Colasanti holds a degree in Music Education from VanderCook College of Music....
Conductor James Gaffigan to Lead Chicago Symphony, NSO & San Francisco Symphony in Spring 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 15, 2026
James Gaffigan will conduct the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, National Symphony Orchestra, and San Francisco Symphony this spring, with Jean-Yves Thibaudet among featured soloists....
Chicago Violin Competition 2026 Opens Registration for Ages 7-28
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 13, 2026
The Chicago Violin Competition opened registration for its 2026 online edition, scheduled for November 22, with violinists ages 7–28 eligible. The registration deadline is August 31, 2026....
Violin-Piano Duo Yang & Olivia Join AMI as Artists-in-Residence
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 08, 2026
Yang and Olivia, a violin-piano duo with credits from the Tchaikovsky Competition and performances in over 30 U.S. cities, have joined American Music Institute as Artists-in-Residence and College Faculty Members....
Music Institute Of Chicago To Host 95th Anniversary Gala Honoring Lyric Opera, Bill Kurtis, And Marta Aznavoorian
by A.A. Cristi - March 24, 2026
The Music Institute of Chicago will host its 95th Anniversary Gala in May. The event will honor Lyric Opera of Chicago, Bill Kurtis, and Marta Aznavoorian. Proceeds will support music education programs....
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NIER:ORCHESTRA CONCERT 12026 [ YORHA ] U.S. Tour Set To Launch This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - March 24, 2026
NieR:Orchestra Concert 12026 [ YoRHa ] will launch a U.S. tour featuring music from the NieR series. The symphonic concert includes a full orchestra, chorus, and vocalists. The tour begins in Seattle and will travel to cities across the country....
AYCO to Hold Auditions for Chamber Music Program Summer 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 20, 2026
The American Youth Chamber Orchestra will present its Chamber Music Program for young musicians aged 7-18 in Clarendon Hills, IL, starting June 2026. The program offers ensemble training and performance opportunities....
American Music Institute Now Offers Harp Lessons in Illinois
by A.A. Cristi - March 19, 2026
The American Music Institute (AMI) has expanded its educational offerings to include harp lessons at its Clarendon Hills and Downers Grove campuses in Illinois....
Cathryn Cowell Joins AMI as Violin and Viola Instructor Starting March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 16, 2026
American Music Institute will welcome Cathryn Cowell to its faculty. Ms Cowell will be available on Tuesdays at AMI's Clarendon Hills Campus. She brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to AMI's Strings program....
American Music Institute to Offer Violin Fiddling Lessons for St. Patrick's Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 12, 2026
The American Music Institute, with locations in Clarendon Hills, Downers Grove, St Charles, and Geneva, IL, will present special violin fiddling lessons this March in celebration of St. Patrick's Day....
American Music Institute to Host Youth Orchestra Audition Prep Masterclass in 2026
by A.A. Cristi - March 10, 2026
On March 28, 2026, the American Music Institute will present a Youth Orchestra Audition Prep Masterclass at its Clarendon Hills Campus, aimed at enhancing audition skills for young musicians....
Registration Now Open for Chicago International Violin Competition 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 03, 2026
The Chicago Violin Competition is an international violin competition held online, providing promising young talent an outlet to exhibit their art on the world's stage. CVC is now accepting registrations for its 2026 edition,...
American Youth Chamber Orchestra Opens Enrollment for 2026 Chamber Music Programs
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 11, 2026
Study with world-class faculty from Juilliard, Oberlin, Berklee, and other top music conservatories around the world at the American Youth Chamber Orchestra (AYCO) located in the west suburbs of Chicago. ...
American Music Institute To Offer Music Lessons In Downtown Geneva
by A.A. Cristi - January 28, 2026
American Music Institute will offer music lessons in downtown Geneva, Illinois, serving students ages 5 to 18. Instruction will be available in piano, voice, violin, cello, and guitar, with both on-campus and in-home lesson options. ...
AYCO to Showcase Faculty in Spring 2026 Chamber Music Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 27, 2026
The American Youth Chamber Orchestra will present its Spring 2026 Chamber Music Program, featuring a distinguished faculty of musicians. These educators, known nationally and internationally, mentor young musicians....
Music Institute Of Chicago Academy To Present Free Student Concerts
by A.A. Cristi - January 14, 2026
The Music Institute of Chicago Academy will present a series of free concerts showcasing its pre-college conservatory students. Performances will include chamber music programs, orchestral concerts, and a special event marking the Academy’s 20th anniversary. All concerts will take place at Nichols...
Broadway's Sean Doherty Joins Elgin Symphony Orchestra Ensemble for Valentine’s Dinner Event
by A.A. Cristi - January 08, 2026
Sean Doherty will perform with an ensemble from the Elgin Symphony Orchestra at a Valentine’s-themed dinner event in Wayne, Illinois. The evening will combine live music with a prix fixe dinner at Dunham Woods Riding Club. ...
Classical Blast To Present DARK SIDE OF THE YULE At The Raue Center For The Arts
by A.A. Cristi - November 06, 2025
Classical Blast will bring its signature fusion of rock and holiday music to the Raue Center for the Arts with Dark Side of the Yule on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 7 p.m. ...
Dr. Raymond Nagem Heads Out On Tour In 2026 Featuring Complete Organ Works Of Maurice Duruflé
by A.A. Cristi - October 17, 2025
Dr. Raymond Nagem, noted organist and Minister of Music at The Brick Presbyterian Church in New York City, will present a five-city concert series in 2026 featuring the complete organ works of French composer Maurice Duruflé....
Marta Aznavoorian To Perform World Premiere Of Stacy Garrop's 'Invictus' Piano Concerto
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 03, 2025
Grammy-nominated pianist Marta Aznavoorian, international concert and recording artist, will be the soloist in the world premiere of composer Stacy Garrop's 'Invictus' piano concerto with the Chicago Philharmonic. Learn more!...
Chicago Repertory Ballet Reveals Cast For World Premiere Of THE CAPULETS
by A.A. Cristi - October 02, 2025
Chicago Repertory Ballet will present the world premiere of The Capulets November 7–16, 2025 at Ruth Page Center for the Arts. Directed and choreographed by Wade Schaaf, the Shakespeare-inspired ballet reimagines Romeo and Juliet from Lady Capulet’s perspective, with a cast led by Miriam-Rose Le...
Chicago Philharmonic To Present World Premiere Of INVECTUS And Midwest Premiere Of AN AFRICAN AMERICAN REQUIEM
by A.A. Cristi - October 02, 2025
Chicago Philharmonic will perform the world premiere of Stacy Garrop’s Invictus and the Midwest premiere of Damien Geter’s An African American Requiem on October 18, 2025, at the Harris Theater. ...
Chicago Opera Theater To Present Shakespeare And Salieri Trilogy This Fall
by A.A. Cristi - September 30, 2025
Chicago Opera Theater (COT) will illuminate Shakespeare and Antonio Salieri this fall with a trilogy of performances and events, culminating in the Chicago premiere of Salieri’s Falstaff, ossia Le tre burle (Falstaff, or The Three Tricks) December 3–7, 2025 at the Studebaker Theater....
Jupiter String Quartet Welcomes Mélanie Clapiès as New Violinist
by A.A. Cristi - August 26, 2025
The Jupiter String Quartet has announced that violinist Mélanie Clapiès will join the ensemble this fall, succeeding founding member Nelson Lee. Clapiès will perform alongside violinist Meg Freivogel, violist Liz Freivogel, and cellist Daniel McDonough....
Violinist Karisa Chiu To Release Debut Album In September
by A.A. Cristi - August 04, 2025
Cedille Records will release HOME, the debut recording by acclaimed 25-year-old violinist Karisa Chiu, on September 12, 2025. Joined by celebrated pianist Zhu Wang, Chiu presents a deeply personal program exploring the meaning of “home” through music by Debussy, Fauré, Sibelius, Cyril Scott, an...
Orion Ensemble Opens 33rd Season with Works by Huydts, Mozart, and Brahms
by A.A. Cristi - July 25, 2025
The Orion Ensemble will launch its 33rd season with a vibrant program that blends beloved chamber music classics with original works composed specifically for the ensemble....
The Orion Ensemble Reveals 33rd Season Concert Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - July 10, 2025
The Orion Ensemble has announced its 33rd season, a four-concert series filled with beloved classics, new discoveries, forgotten gems and a world premiere. Joining Orion's core musicians—Florentina Ramniceanu, violin; Judy Stone, cello; Kathryne Pirtle, clarinet; and Diana Schmück, piano—are g...
PLAYSTATION | THE CONCERT To Hit Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre as Part of Global Tour
by A.A. Cristi - June 17, 2025
PlayStation | The Concert will make its stop at Broadway In Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theater for two shows only on October 31, 2025 at 7:00pm and November 1, 2025 at 7:30pm....
Tickets on Sale for A NIGHT OF MELLON COLLIE AND INFINITE SADNESS at Lyric Opera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 09, 2025
Tickets will go on sale this week for the world-premiere performances of A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness — a historic event produced by Lyric Opera of Chicago....
Conductor James Gaffigan to Return to the Chicago Symphony and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 27, 2025
American conductor James Gaffigan will embark on three upcoming U.S. engagements, leading performances with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and more. Learn how to purchase tickets....