Review: Conductor Esa-Pekka Salonen burrows into Bartók with the CSO
It’s been too long since we’ve seen Esa-Pekka Salonen on the podium. The conductor-composer, a youthful 66, had to bail on ...
Conductor Daniel Barenboim reveals his Parkinson's disease diagnosis
The maestro has appeared more frail since 2022, canceling scheduled performances that included a new production of Wagner's ...
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To these Chicago Symphony players, here’s the sound of music in an era of crisis
Chicago Symphony Orchestra violinist Danny Jin warms up on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025, before a concert. Jin will be among a ...
Conductor Daniel Barenboim says he's been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease
Conductor Daniel Barenboim says he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The 82-year-old issued a statement Thursday ...
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What to know about possible bird flu in Chicago
Hundreds of dead or sick red-breasted mergansers have been found along Lake Michigan, sparking bird flu concerns.
Violinist Gabriela Lara becomes the CSO's first Latina member as orchestra eyes greater diversity, inclusion
A native of Barquisimeto, Venezuela, Gabriela began her violin studies at age 6 and became part of that country’s famed music-education program known as El Sistema or The System.
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Experience the inner workings of the DuPage Symphony Orchestra at free open rehearsal
The DuPage Symphony Orchestra invites the community to a free open rehearsal at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, at Naperville’s ...
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DuPage Symphony Orchestra celebrates local talent with ‘Beyond Beautiful’
The DuPage Symphony Orchestra is preparing a celebration of local talent and musical masterpieces called ‘Beyond Beautiful” on Sunday, Feb. 16. It will be at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16, at Wentz ...