Performances

Helmchen brings technical command, searching depth to Brahms with CSO

When was the last time a classical concert was imperiled by […]

May 29, 2026
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Hahn makes a gentle return to stage with French program

For the first time since December 2023, Hilary Hahn graced the […]

May 25, 2026
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Gaffigan and Yu fill the CSO breach with spirited classicism 

Cancellations at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra can cut in several directions. […]

May 22, 2026
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MOB closes season with soaring choral music of the spirit 

Four centuries of choral music was the inspiration for Music of […]

May 19, 2026
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Valčuha, Chicago Symphony score with a sumptuous French feast

Timing may not be everything but it can count for a […]

May 15, 2026
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Sinfonietta’s vibrant concert makes one hope it is the finale only for the season

A pall hung over a day that was meant to be […]

May 11, 2026
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Newberry Consort misfires its musket with overstuffed, preachy “Revolution!” program

Under artistic director Liza Malamut, the Newberry Consort has been one […]

May 09, 2026
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Apollo Chorus rings in America’s 250th with eclectic program

America was just approaching its 100th birthday when the Apollo Chorus […]

May 09, 2026
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DiDonato brings rich, affecting vocalism to Lieberson cycle with CSO

Joyce DiDonato has had a month.  After starring to wide acclaim […]

May 08, 2026
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De Priest soars in Handel arias with Ars Musica

Ars Musica Chicago presented a small gem at Ravenswood’s historic All […]

May 04, 2026
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