Mon, 9/28 — Northwestern University Symphonic Wind Ensemble
The Northwestern University Symphonic Wind Ensemble is recognized for its exceptional level of musicianship, imaginative thematic programming, and sustained commitment to contemporary music through commissions, premieres, and composer residencies.
Music
Elsa’s Procession from Lohengrin by Richard Wagner
Tues, 9/29 — Newberry Consort
The Newberry Consort brings together singers and instrumentalists of the highest caliber to create historically informed performances of music from the Middle Ages, Renaissance, Baroque, and beyond.
Music
Suite in G minor by Matthew Locke
Wed, 9/30 — Dame Myra Hess Concert Series: Ariel Lanyi
In 2023, Ariel Lanyi was honored to receive the Prix Serdang, a prize awarded by the distinguished Austrian pianist Rudolf Buchbinder. In 2021, Lanyi received the third prize at the Leeds International Piano Competition.
Music of Franz Joseph Haydn, Frédéric Chopin, and Johannes Brahms
Thurs, 10/1 — Civitas Ensemble
Founded in 2011, Civitas Ensemble is one of the leading chamber music groups in Chicago. The ensemble presents repertoire spanning four centuries of music history and numerous genres and styles.
Music of Johannes Brahms and Georges Boulanger
Fri, 10/2 — Daniel Schlosberg
Grammy-nominated pianist Daniel Schlosberg leads a kaleidoscopic musical life. He has appeared with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and in numerous chamber music concerts. On the CSO’s MusicNOW series, he has played a wide swath of contemporary composers.
Music
Overture in the French Style: I. Prelude by Johann Sebastian Bach