Performances
TCP shows future of percussion music is bright in Currents program
As severe weather alerts pinged patrons’ phones, the musicians of Third […]
Jun 12, 2026
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Guerrero, GPO open summer music season with varied American program
A fast-moving storm with up to 80-mph winds caused serious damage […]
Jun 11, 2026
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Hughes’ direct “Eroica” makes a fitting Lakeview Orchestra swan song
Conductor Gregory Hughes created the volunteer Lakeview Orchestra essentially from scratch […]
Jun 08, 2026
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Escher Quartet makes welcome return to North Shore Chamber Festival
The North Shore Chamber Music Festival (NSCMF) marks an inflection in […]
Jun 06, 2026
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A Copland classic shines amid CSO’s America 250 mishmash
Across the fruited plain, American orchestras are embarked on musically celebrating […]
Jun 05, 2026
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The (classical) kids are more than alright at North Shore Chamber Fest
“Wunderkind!!!” was the nuanced title for the opening program at this […]
Jun 04, 2026
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Tammen closes Chicago Chorale tenure with serenity and celebration
Bruce Tammen, founder and artistic director of the Chicago Chorale, wrapped […]
Jun 01, 2026
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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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