Mon, 9/14 — Oliver Talukder
Oliver Talukder, an oboist of Mexican and Bengali heritage, brings a unique blend of cultural influences to the world of classical music. Born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago, Talukder’s’s musical journey began at age 10, and his musical prowess has been honed through years of dedication. He currently serves as the Second Oboist in the Opera Philadelphia Orchestra.
Music
Poème by Marina Dranishnikova
Tues, 9/15 — Third Coast Percussion
For more than twenty years, Third Coast Percussion has performed over a thousand concerts around the world and at home in Chicago. The ensemble educates thousands of students of all ages each year and has commissioned over 100 new works.
Music
Archetypes: Lover by David Skidmore
Wed, 9/16 — Dame Myra Hess Concert Series: ZaRiah Wind Quintet
A world-class emerging ensemble, ZaRiah is a collaboration of multifaceted artists passionate about creating performances that are both artistically compelling and deeply human. ZaRiah is the Grand Prize winner of the 2026 Fischoff National Chamber Music competition.
Music of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, Eugène Bozza, Valerie Coleman, Arturo Márquez, and Jeff Scott
Thurs, 9/17 — Kontras Quartet
Kontras Quartet is equally committed to time-honored classics, contemporary compositions, and genre-bending collaborations. The ensemble strives to continually enrich the string quartet art form, expand audiences, and champion diverse voices.
Music
Japanese Folk Songs by Hajime Komatsu
Fri, 9/18 — Brandon Acker
Brandon Acker is a specialist on early plucked instruments such as the theorbo, baroque guitar, and lute, performing with Apollo’s Fire, Music of the Baroque, and Haymarket Opera Company.
Music
Schwanengesang by Franz Schubert
