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a bustling street scene as Mardi Gras is celebrated in New Orleans

Explore New Orleans-Style Jazz

New Orleans is at the nexus of cultures: influences from the African diaspora, from France, from Native American communities, and many more.

Keegan MorrisNovember 15, 2019

Video: Ahead of Chicago Premiere, An Excerpt From Rachmaninoff’s ‘Aleko’

Michael San GabinoNovember 15, 2019

This Animated Video Explains Why Mozart Was One of the Best Procrastinators

Keegan MorrisNovember 14, 2019

Be a fly on the wall for a Third Coast Baroque rehearsal

Carnegie Hall’s Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage. (Photo: Jeff Goldberg/Esto)

Carnegie Hall to reopen Oct 6 with Philadelphia Orchestra

Associated PressAugust 4, 2021

Carnegie Hall has not had a performance since March 13, 2020.

Mayor Lightfoot Designates ‘Riccardo Muti Day’ To Honor Maestro’s 80th Birthday

Keegan MorrisJuly 27, 2021

July 28, 2021, the 80th birthday of the CSO music director, is Riccardo Muti Day in Chicago, Mayor Lori Lightfoot has proclaimed.

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Meet Lina González-Granados, the CSO’s New Solti Conducting Apprentice

Candice AgreeNovember 13, 2019

Between February 2020 and June 2021, Lina González-Granados will have the opportunity to study and work with Maestro Muti, conduct the Civic Orchestra of Chicago, and participate in cultural activities and outreach throughout the greater Chicago area.