Chicago Classical Music News Coverage — Page 4
The latest news on performances of Classical Music in Chicago.
Illinois Philharmonic Presents ALL BRAHMS
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra will present a concert featuring three works by the Romantic era master Johannes Brahms.
Marta and Ani Aznavoorian Perform At Nichols Concert Hall, May 15
The Music Institute of Chicago presents alumnae Marta Aznavoorian, piano, and Ani Aznavoorian, cello, in concert Sunday, May 15, at 3 p.
Chicago Philharmonic Awarded $75,000 Grant
The League of American Orchestras has awarded a $75,000 grant to The Chicago Philharmonic Society to help create a more equitable organizational culture.
Orion Ensemble Welcomes Guests Stephen Boe and Roger Chase for Spring Concerts
The Orion Ensemble concludes its 29th season with a concert program welcoming guest violinist Stephen Boe and guest violist Roger Chase and featuring works by Mozart and Borodin at three venues: New England Congregational Church in Aurora (May 8), PianoForte Studios in Chicago (
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra's Christina Salerno Named Executive Director of the Year by Illinois Council of Orchestras
The Illinois Council of Orchestras (ICO) has bestowed a major award upon Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra (IPO) naming IPO's Christina Salerno as the 2022 Executive Director of the Year.
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra Unveils New Marilynn Tannebaum Youth Music Education Institute
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra unveiled its new Youth Music Education Institute this past Sunday, March 13 during an exclusive concert at Olympia Fields Country Club, and in the process, surprised longtime supporter Marilynn Tannebaum by dedicating the Institute in her honor.
The Chicago Ensemble Announces Two Winter Concerts And A 45th Anniversary Celebration
The Chicago Ensemble’s 45th Anniversary season and return to live performances continues in March, featuring the works of Hindemith, Beethoven, Husa and Bruch, Sunday, March 27, 2022 at 3 p.
The Ruth Page Center For The Arts Announces The Return Of CENTER STAGE AT RUTH PAGE, March 25 and 26
The Ruth Page Center for the Arts will present its annual celebration of its founder and dance icon Ruth Page's (1899 – 1991) birth, Center Stage at Ruth Page, Friday, March 25 at 7:30 p.
Illinois Philharmonic Announces 45th Anniversary Season
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra, under the direction of Maestro Stilian Kirov, has announced its 45th anniversary season.
The Aznavoorian Duo to Release GEMS FROM ARMENIA On Cedille Records
On Friday, April 8, 2022, celebrated Armenian American sisters Ani (cello) and Marta (piano) Aznavoorian will release their debut duo album, Gems from Armenia, on Cedille Records.
CELEBRACIÓN DE LA MÚSICA LATINOAMERICANA Comes To Nichols Concert Hall
The Music Institute of Chicago has partnered with Strings of Latin America and the Reverón Piano Trio to produce Celebración de la Música Latinoamericana, a three-concert guest artist series featuring music by Latin-American composers in April and May at Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Aven
Grossman Ensemble to Present Four World Premiere Works
The Chicago Center for Contemporary Composition's ensemble-in-residence, the Grossman Ensemble, is led by conductor Timothy Weiss in a concert of world premiere works by composers Ingrid Laubrock, Eric Nathan, Daniel Pesca, and Felipe Tovar-Henao.
CCCC Grossman Ensemble to Present World Premiere Of Eric Nathan's IN BETWEEN
On Friday, March 4, 2022 at 7:30pm, the Chicago Center for Contemporary Composition's (CCCC) resident Grossman Ensemble will present the world premiere of composer Eric Nathan's In Between at the University of Chicago's Logan Center Performance Hall.
The Chicago Ensemble Announces Live Streaming Option For February 20 Concert
The Chicago Ensemble has announced the Sunday, Feb.
Chicago Philharmonic to Present FANFARE CHICAGO
The Chicago Philharmonic Society will present its third of four concerts of its 32nd Season, Fanfare Chicago on March 27, 2022 at Harris Theater for Music and Dance (205 E Randolph, Chicago).
THE CHEVALIER Brings Life & Music Of 18th Century Black Composer To The Stage February 18-20
In partnership with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association, the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts and Concert Theater Works, Music of the Baroque presents the Midwest premiere of “The Chevalier,” a new concert theater work written and directed by Bill Barclay.
Illinois Philharmonic Upcoming Concert to Feature Violinist Rachel Barton Pine
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra will launche the second half of their 2021-22 concert season with a program of Still, Bologne and Dvořák on Saturday, February 19 at the stunning 1,100 seat Ozinga Chapel at Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights.
The Chicago Ensemble's 45th Anniversary Begins With Two February Concerts
The Chicago Ensemble's 45th Anniversary season and return to live performances begins in February, featuring the works of Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven, Tuesday, Feb.
Orion Continues In March With Schoenfield, Still, and Tchaikovsky
Music from the late 19th and 20th centuries fills the program for the third concert of The Orion Ensemble’s 29th season, featuring works by Schoenfield, Still and Tchaikovsky at three venues: New England Congregational Church in Aurora (March 6), PianoForte Studios in Chicago (March 9) and Nichol
The Chicago Ensemble Announces Two Winter Concerts and a 45th Anniversary Celebration
The Chicago Ensemble’s 45th Anniversary season and return to live performances begins in February, featuring the works of Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven, Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, February 20, 2022 at 3 pm.
Soloists Announced for SIR ANDREW DAVIS CONDUCTS BEETHOVEN
Anthony Freud, Lyric Opera of Chicago’s president, general director, and CEO, has announced the four soloists who will perform in the Sir Andrew Davis Conducts Beethoven 9 concert on Friday, April 1, 2022.
Music Of The Baroque Announces Winter/Spring 2022 Concerts
Music of the Baroque continues its 2021-2022 season with five glorious concert programs February-May 2022.
CSO Concertmaster Robert Chen And Pianist Matthew Hagle Perform January 30 At Nichols Concert Hall
The Music Institute of Chicago presents Chicago Symphony Orchestra Concertmaster Robert Chen and Music Institute piano faculty Matthew Hagle performing Classical and Romantic masterpieces for violin and piano Sunday, January 30 at 3 p.
Chicago's Northbrook Symphony Receives $1 Million Endowment Gift
The Northbrook Symphony, a professional Chicago area-based ensemble led by internationally noted conductor Mina Zikri, has just received an anonymous endowment gift of $1 million, thereby launching the Northbrook Symphony Orchestra Endowment Fund.
Celebrate The Holidays With Elgin Symphony Orchestra's HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
Raue Center For The Arts will welcome the Elgin Symphony Orchestra to the stage this December! Celebrate the holidays this year with ESO's Holiday Spectacular Concert at 8 p.
Lakeside Pride Symphonic Band Announces Its Autumn Awakening
Ending a year-long hiatus, the Lakeside Pride Symphonic Band debuts its fall performance and marks the musical family's 'Silver Anniversary' 25th season! The company has been eager to refocus on community music making and are excited to finally share that joy with audience again.
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra Announces Holiday Programming
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra has announced holiday offerings plus a unique opportunity to gift “mini musical concerts” to loved ones via IPO's new Holiday IPOgrams.
Susan Merdinger to Present A HALLOWEEN HAUNTING IN MUSIC AND LITERATURE
Sheridan Music Studio Founder, Artistic Director and pianist Susan Merdinger will present a special run of a 'Ghost-Themed' concert, book presentation and discussion: A Halloween Haunting in Music and Literature.
Violinist Philippe Quint to Perform Chicago Premiere Of ASTOR PIAZZOLLA AT 100: BETWEEN ANGELS AND DEMONS
Multiple GRAMMY Award-nominated, Chicago-based violinist Philippe Quint tours his newest multimedia show, Astor Piazzolla at 100: Between Angels and Demons, in its Chicago premiere at North Shore Chamber Music Festival with pianist Jun Cho on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at 7:30pm.
Music Institute Academy Moves To Lake Forest College
The Music Institute of Chicago's Academy, a pre-conservatory training program for advanced string and piano musicians in high school, has a new home at Lake Forest College in Lake Forest, Illinois.
Chicago Center For Contemporary Composition Announces 2021-22 Season
The University of Chicago's Center for Contemporary Composition has announced the 2021-22 concert season featuring seven concerts with nine CCCC commissioned works and over 35 world premieres.
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra Launches 44th Season With ALL AMERICAN OPENING NIGHT
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra, under the direction of Maestro Stilian Kirov, is thrilled to kick off its 44th season with an All American Opening Night, marking the orchestra's jubilant return to the stage on Saturday, October 16 at 5:30 p.
The Orion Ensemble Continues In November With Beethoven, Hindemith, Price, Schubert
The Orion Ensemble, with guest violist Stephen Boe, continues its 29th season with performances featuring works by Beethoven, Hindemith, Price and Schubert at three venues: New England Congregational Church in Aurora (Nov.
Music Of The Baroque Presents The Midwest Premiere Of THE CHEVALIER A Play With Music
In partnership with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association, the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts and Concert Theater Works, Music of the Baroque presents the Midwest premiere of “The Chevalier,” a new concert theater work written and directed by Bill Barclay.
Chicago Philharmonic Launches Season With OUT OF THE SILENCE
The Chicago Philharmonic Society has announced the launch of its 32nd Season with the concert Out of the Silence on September 12, 2021 at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts.
Chicago Sinfonietta Announces One World. One Sound. Revelry!
Chicago Sinfonietta announced the date of its annual ball today.
Orion Ensemble Returns To In-Person Performance, Continues Livestreaming For 2021–22 Season
The Orion Ensemble returns to in-person performances, while continuing livestreaming to reach even more chamber music fans, during its 29th season, featuring four concert programs at four venues.
Chicago Philharmonic Announces 2021/22 Season, 'Rejoice!'
Terell Johnson, the incoming Executive Director of Chicago Philharmonic, has announced Chicago Philharmonic’s 32nd Season titled “Rejoice!” as it marks the orchestra’s long-awaited return to live performances.