Mon, 11/9 — Winston Choi
Music
Melancholy Rags by Gregory Hutter
Tues, 11/10 — Northwestern University Cello Ensemble
Established in 2014, the Northwestern University Cello Ensemble performs and records works by classical and contemporary composers. Members include all current cello students of the Bienen School of Music.
Music
Vocalise by Sergei Rachmaninoff
Wed, 11/11 — Dame Myra Hess Concert Series: Clayton Stephenson
American pianist Clayton Stephenson’s love for music is immediately apparent in his joyous charisma onstage, expressive power, and natural ease at the instrument. Hailed for “extraordinary narrative and poetic gifts” and interpretations that are “fresh, incisive and characterfully alive” (Gramophone), he is committed to making an impact on the world through his music-making.
Music of Johann Sebastian Bach, Bill Evans, and Sergei Prokofiev
Thurs, 11/12 — Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Chorus
The Chicago Symphony Chorus is an integral part of the city’s cultural fabric, engaging audiences with exceptional performances and interpretations of choral masterworks for nearly 70 years. Since its inception, it has been recognized as an ideal match for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in its precision, pure intonation, beauty of tone and vocal splendor.
Music
Aida: Triumphal Scene by Giuseppe Verdi
Fri, 11/13 — Ars Musica Chicago
Under the leadership of its Artistic Director, harpsichordist Jason J. Moy, Ars Musica Chicago has distinguished itself in Chicago’s vibrant early music scene as one of the only ensembles dedicated to period instrument performances of Renaissance, Baroque, and early Classical chamber repertoire.
Music
Violin Sonata in D major by George Frideric Handel