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CSO Announces Hilary Hahn as Orchestra’s First-Ever Artist-in-Residence

Violinist Hilary Hahn has been named the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s inaugural artist-in-residence. Following her appointment by music director Riccardo Muti, Hahn’s tenure will begin in September 2021 and end in June 2023. In this newly created role, the announcement reveals, the three-time Grammy winner will join the Chicago Symphony Orchestra for multiple residencies each season. In a December 2021 stint, …

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Keegan Morris | June 22, 2021

Chicago Opera Theater Announces Live, In-Person 2021-22 Season

Conductor Carlos Kalmar leads the Grant Park Orchestra.
Keegan Morris | June 22, 2021

Carlos Kalmar Extends With Grant Park Through 2024, Will Step Down After

WFMT | June 21, 2021

Jeanne Lamon, Former Music Director of Tafelmusik, Dead at 71

Expressive, Dynamic Music for Cello & Piano Played by Jean Hatmaker & Michael Finlay

WFMT | June 21, 2021
Cellist Jean Hatmaker is a founding member of the Kontras Quartet and the principal cellist of the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra. She teamed up with pianist Michael Finlay to play music by Brahms and Coleridge-Taylor.

6 Chicago Concerts and Celebrations for Juneteenth 2021

Adela Skowronski | June 18, 2021
Many have their Juneteenth parades and celebrations all ready to go, but if you’re on the hunt for some plans, consider attending one of these six unique events.

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6 Chicago Concerts and Celebrations for Juneteenth 2021

Religious leaders, artists honor George Floyd in concert

Wells’ World: Corey Wilkes Melds Chicago Music Past, Present In Documentary Score

Lyric Announces 2021-22 Season With ‘Magic Flute,’ ‘Macbeth,’ Mazzola

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After 18+ Months, Muti Will Return To Chicago To Kick Off 2021-22 CSO Season

Keegan Morris | June 16, 2021
Riccardo Muti will return to Chicago this September to launch the 2021-22 CSO season, his first stint conducting the CSO in Symphony Center since February 2020.

A Walking Tour of 12 LGBTQ+ Artists Whose Legacies Are on Display in Chicago

WFMT | June 15, 2021
In the Lakeview Neighborhood, the Legacy Walk, a series of ten 25-foot pylons, recognizes influential figures across genders, races, and fields.

NY Philharmonic to resume subscription performance Sept. 17

Associated Press | June 15, 2021
Following a historic 18-month gap, the NY Phil will present a shortened schedule in a season shifted from Lincoln Center's David Geffen Hall while the orchestra's home is remodeled.
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