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André Watts 1946-2023

The American pianist André Watts died on July 12, age 77, […]

Jul 17, 2023
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Furlanetto recital cancelled; two CSO members retire

Ferruccio Furlanetto’s recital tonight for the Opera Festival of Chicago has […]

Jul 13, 2023
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Riccardo Muti honored with new CSO title

Riccardo Muti was named Music Director Emeritus for Life by the […]

Jun 23, 2023
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Midori to leads Steans Institute at Ravinia

The Ravinia Festival announced this week that Midori would become the […]

Jun 16, 2023
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Kaija Saariaho 1952-2023

Finnish composer Kaija Saariaho, a commanding and influential figure in contemporary […]

Jun 04, 2023
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Furlanetto to star in summer opera; Elgin Symphony chooses new conductor

Ferruccio Furlanetto will provide a welcome boost to Chicago’s operatically fallow […]

May 24, 2023
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Adès to lead this week’s CSO concerts for ailing Franck

If you liked Thomas Adès’ conducting this past weekend, you now […]

Apr 11, 2023
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“Dutchman,” “Jenůfa” and “Aida” on tap in Lyric Opera’s 2023-24 season

The Lyric Opera of Chicago will present six operas in the […]

Mar 14, 2023
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With Glover’s contract renewed through 2026, MOB sticks to familiar formula for 2023-24 season

If you like the kind of programs Jane Glover has been […]

Feb 28, 2023
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CSO conductor search to reach cruising speed in 2023-24 with a wide array of podium guests

The 2023-24 season of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra will offer substantial […]

Feb 15, 2023
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