Newly announced engagements for the city's illustrious arts and music groups.
Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony at 200: Revolutionary work of art has spawned two centuries of joy, goodwill and propaganda
"The proportions alone are staggering," says Grammy-winning conductor Teddy Abrams, music director of the Louisville Orchestra.
Don't Miss a Beat
Conductor Andrew Davis, who headed Lyric Opera of Chicago and orchestras on 3 continents, dies
Davis made his Lyric Opera debut in 1987 and led about 700 performances of 62 operas by 22 composers.
2024–2025 Season Announcements
Peruse the exciting upcoming engagements for Chicago's most illustrious arts and music groups.
Playlist: Classical Music Inspired by Birds
A motley medley of music inspired by birds of all feathers!
What’s So Great About a Stradivarius, Anyways?
Legends like Stradivari can't help but grow over time.
Dance Acts Star in Auditorium 2024–25 Season
The Loop's “theatre for the people” presents music and dance titles from October to May.
15 Books About Music For the Young & Young at Heart
Every library could use more books! Here are our top books about music for the young and the young at heart.
Opera Fest of Chicago Returns for Summertime Italian Opera
The festival, which is dedicated to presenting seldom-performed Italian opera titles, shares a two-program slate in June and July.
Solti Foundation US Names 2024 Fellow
Previous recipients have included Karina Canellakis, Roderick Cox, and Gemma New.
Stravinsky Top 10
No one was more pivotal in 20th century classical music than Igor Stravinsky. We rank his definitive top 10 works.
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra 2024–25: John Williams, American Symphonies, Messiah, More
The orchestra’s slate of seven concerts will kick off in September with "Three Great American Symphonies."
