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Okpebholo works stand out in mixed MusicNOW program
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s MusicNOW series returned Monday night for an […]
Mar 16, 2022
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Apollo Chorus rises to the heights with Bach’s “St. John Passion”
If good things come to those who wait, such was surely […]
Mar 14, 2022
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McGill’s free and stylish playing highlights MOB’s Mozart program
Music of the Baroque welcomed Chicago native Anthony McGill, principal clarinet […]
Mar 01, 2022
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Young cast provides worthy advocacy for Heggie’s uneven “If I Were You” at Northwestern Opera Theater
A deal with the devil is an operatic tale as old […]
Feb 27, 2022
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Newberry Consort explores the unique music of the Medici court
[Editor’s Note: Technical issues prevented this review from being posted last […]
Feb 22, 2022
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Sinfonietta marks MLK birthday with a wide array of music
The Chicago Sinfonietta presented its annual Martin Luther King tribute concert […]
Jan 18, 2022
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COT spikes the holiday brew with a delightful “Becoming Santa Claus”
With a plot just begging for a Pixar adaptation, Chicago Opera […]
Dec 18, 2021
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Chicago Chorale marks 20 years with festive Christmas program
The Chicago Chorale belatedly celebrated its 20th anniversary with a festive […]
Dec 12, 2021
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Newberry Consort’s lively “Mexican Christmas” warms up a chilly night
The Newberry Consort brought a little Mexican warmth to a cold […]
Dec 04, 2021
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La Caccina celebrates womanhood and women composers with “Matriarchy”
As artistic director of the women’s vocal ensemble La Caccina, Carling […]
Nov 21, 2021
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