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5 Questions with Sidney P. Jackson, Jr.

The new President of Chicago Sinfonietta reflects on his move to the city and his visions for the future.

Woman in red dress gazes through mirror in moody-lit room

Keegan MorrisMay 6, 2025

New Releases May 6: Jewish Vienna, Weinberg, Bassoon

Katherine BuzardMay 2, 2025

The Evolution of the Orchestra: Strings

Associated PressMay 2, 2025

‘Buena Vista Social Club,’ ‘Death Becomes Her’ and ‘Maybe Happy Ending’ lead Tony Award nominations

Clayton Stephenson sits with a piano in the background

Chicago Sinfonietta’s 2025-26 Season: Ignite

Keegan MorrisAugust 4, 2025

The orchestra — fueled by a mission to make classical music more accessible and diverse — will share five programs between October and May.

Woman in colorful robe and jade colored earrings against stone wall

Russian soprano’s case alleging national original discrimination against the Met Opera to proceed

Associated PressJuly 30, 2025

The Met removed Netrebko after she refused to repudiate President Vladimir Putin over Russia’s campaign against Ukraine.

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Harris Announces 2025-26 Season

Keegan MorrisApril 29, 2025

Welcoming music and dance presentations from Chicago and beyond, the season runs from August 2025 to May 2026.

New Releases Apr. 29: Women Composers, Ukraine, Early Music