Mon, 8/17 — John Bruce Yeh
John Bruce Yeh was appointed bass clarinetist of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in 1977. Two years later, he was named assistant principal and E-flat clarinet. The longest-serving clarinetist in CSO history, he also served as acting principal clarinet from 2008 to 2011.
Music
Hillandale Waltzes by Victor Babin
Tues, 8/18 — Gaudete Brass
The Gaudete Brass is made up of five musicians who believe strongly in the expressive and communicative power of brass chamber music. Since 2004, the quintet has engaged in creatively expanding the brass quintet repertoire, developing unique programs that have resonated with chamber music audiences all over the country.
Music
Sonata for Brass Quintet by John Cheetham
Wed, 8/19 — Dame Myra Hess Concert Series: Han Chen
Pianist Han Chen has performed as solo recitalist internationally. He is a core member of Ensemble Échappé while regularly collaborating with the Metropolis Ensemble. In 2021, Chen launched Migration Music, an ongoing series of performances and interviews with immigrant composers.
Music of Igor Stravinsky and Nina C. Young
Thurs, 8/20 — St. Charles Singers
The St. Charles Singers is an acclaimed professional chamber choir based in St. Charles, Illinois. Founded in 1984 by music director Jeffrey Hunt, the mixed-voice ensemble features professional vocalists, teachers, and directors from the Chicago area who perform diverse classical and sacred choral masterworks.
Music of Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, Charles Villiers Stanford, and Hyo-Won Woo
Fri, 8/21 — Goran Ivanovic
Goran Ivanovic is a genre-defying solo guitarist whose original compositions draw from a rich tapestry of influences—classical, Balkan, cinematic soundtracks, and contemporary harmonic language. His music blends intricate fingerstyle technique with deeply emotional storytelling.
Music of Heitor Villa-Lobos and Roland Dyens
