The Chicago Sinfonietta presents the second performance of the Chamber Series at the National Museum of Mexican Art. This unique collaboration pairs members of the Sinfonietta with special guest artists in an exploration of the influence of Latin American traditional and folk music on the classical compositions that emerged from the region.

Guitar virtuoso Alfonso Ponticelli and his ensemble Swing Gitan will be joined by members of the Chicago Sinfonietta string section, featuring violinist James Sanders. The program will explore the impact of Spanish, flamenco, and gypy guitar traditions on Mexican music and its composers.

The concert takes place at the National Museum of Mexican Art, 1852 W. 19th Street, in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood.

General admisson tickets are $15, $10 for Sinfonietta subscribers and Museum members.  Call 312.236.3681 ext. 2 for tickets and more information.  Click here for more information.

 

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Pierre Boulez, conductor
Susan Graham, mezzo-soprano

Berio - Quatre dédicaces
Berlioz - Les nuits d'été
Stravinsky - Petrushka

 

Superstar mezzo-soprano Susan Graham, celebrated for her critically acclaimed recording of Les nuits d’été, joins Pierre Boulez in Berlioz’s exquisite songs of a summer night. Stravinsky’s brilliant and colorful ballet Petrushka, long a Boulez specialty, completes this program of French-Russian classics.

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Come hear the NORTHBROOK SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA STRING TRIO at the Northbrook Public Library on Sunday February. 3, at 2 p.m. Free. 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook, 847-272-6224, in the Multimedia Department on the third floor.

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Pacifica Quartet continues its Beethoven Cycle in Chicago with a concert on Sunday, February 3 in Ganz Hall, Roosevelt University, 430 S. Michigan Avenue at 3:00pm.  Op. 18, no. 6, Op. 95, and Op. 132.  Pre-concert talk at 2:00pm by Henry Fogel.  General admission tickets $20 adults and $5 students.  847.242.0775 or www.pacificabeethoven.com

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Miguel Harth-Bedoya, conductor
Dawn Upshaw, soprano - Margarita Xirgu (Feb 7, 9, 12)
Jessica Rivera, soprano - Nuria (Margarita Xirgu Feb 8)
Kelley O’Connor, mezzo-soprano - Federico García Lorca
Emily Albrink, soprano — Nuria (Feb 8)

Golijov - Ainadamar

 

Ainadamar, an extraordinary theater piece by Osvaldo Golijov, the CSO’s Mead Composer-in-Residence, is a riveting tale of artistic conviction and political courage. A haunting reflection on the life, loves, and legacy of the great Spanish writer Federico García Lorca, Ainadamar has captivated audiences from Tanglewood to Santa Fe.

Golijov’s infectious score is a brilliant mix of flamenco, tango, rhapsodic melody, and exotic orchestral colors—a feast of dance rhythms and memorable song. American soprano Dawn Upshaw, for whom the piece was written, returns to Symphony Center to re-create Lorca’s muse and love, a role she has made her own. A true masterwork of our time, Ainadamar is a thrilling experience that is not to be missed.

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Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Pierre Boulez, conductor
Susan Graham, mezzo-soprano

Berio - Quatre dédicaces
Berlioz - Les nuits d'été
Stravinsky - Petrushka

 

Superstar mezzo-soprano Susan Graham, celebrated for her critically acclaimed recording of Les nuits d’été, joins Pierre Boulez in Berlioz’s exquisite songs of a summer night. Stravinsky’s brilliant and colorful ballet Petrushka, long a Boulez specialty, completes this program of French-Russian classics.

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Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Miguel Harth-Bedoya, conductor
Dawn Upshaw, soprano - Margarita Xirgu (Feb 7, 9, 12)
Jessica Rivera, soprano - Nuria (Margarita Xirgu Feb 8)
Kelley O’Connor, mezzo-soprano - Federico García Lorca
Emily Albrink, soprano — Nuria (Feb 8)

Golijov - Ainadamar

 

Ainadamar, an extraordinary theater piece by Osvaldo Golijov, the CSO’s Mead Composer-in-Residence, is a riveting tale of artistic conviction and political courage. A haunting reflection on the life, loves, and legacy of the great Spanish writer Federico García Lorca, Ainadamar has captivated audiences from Tanglewood to Santa Fe.

Golijov’s infectious score is a brilliant mix of flamenco, tango, rhapsodic melody, and exotic orchestral colors—a feast of dance rhythms and memorable song. American soprano Dawn Upshaw, for whom the piece was written, returns to Symphony Center to re-create Lorca’s muse and love, a role she has made her own. A true masterwork of our time, Ainadamar is a thrilling experience that is not to be missed.

Pre-concert lecture information »

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The nine voice ensemble pairs gems from the 19th-century Romantic tradition, including partsongs from Brahms, Schubert, Schumann, and the English Romantics, with energy-filled a cappella charts from the ‘50s and ‘60s, when street-corner singing and rock ‘n’ roll ruled the airwaves and the hearts of Americans everywhere.

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Miguel Harth-Bedoya, conductor
Dawn Upshaw, soprano - Margarita Xirgu (Feb 7, 9, 12)
Jessica Rivera, soprano - Nuria (Margarita Xirgu Feb 8)
Kelley O’Connor, mezzo-soprano - Federico García Lorca
Emily Albrink, soprano — Nuria (Feb 8)

Golijov - Ainadamar

 

Ainadamar, an extraordinary theater piece by Osvaldo Golijov, the CSO’s Mead Composer-in-Residence, is a riveting tale of artistic conviction and political courage. A haunting reflection on the life, loves, and legacy of the great Spanish writer Federico García Lorca, Ainadamar has captivated audiences from Tanglewood to Santa Fe.

Golijov’s infectious score is a brilliant mix of flamenco, tango, rhapsodic melody, and exotic orchestral colors—a feast of dance rhythms and memorable song. American soprano Dawn Upshaw, for whom the piece was written, returns to Symphony Center to re-create Lorca’s muse and love, a role she has made her own. A true masterwork of our time, Ainadamar is a thrilling experience that is not to be missed.

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Colore Quartet

Rong-Yan Tang, violin
Hermine Gagné, violin
Li-Kuo Chang, viola
Richard Hirschl, cello

Debussy - String Quartet
Mendelssohn - String Quartet No. 2

This performance is in Fullerton Hall at the Art Institute of Chicago.

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"Passport to World Music"
Harris Theater for Music and Dance
205 E. Randolph St., Chicago, IL

3:00 p.m.

Bring your family on a multi-media musical adventure around the world exploring traditional and new art music from Asian, Middle East, African, and Latin cultures. Using children's literature, projected photos of the wonders of the world, legends and mythology, "Passport to World Music" will transport you through cultures around the world and introduce you and your family to the richness of the music, art, architecture, natural beauty and stories. Featuring the "Cat and Rat: the Legend of the Chinese Zodiac," (Commissioned by the Chicago Children's Humanities Festival and premiered Nov 2, 2003 at the Chicago Humanities Festival) based on the illustrated book by Caldecott Award winner Ed Young and "Frida," (Commissioned by the Chicago Children's Humanities Festival and premiered Nov 5, 2005 at the Chicago Humanities Festival) an illustrated children's book by Jonah Winter and Ana Juan, new and World Music will be performed by musicians from Fulcrum Point New Music Project, with international guest artists including Foday Musa Suso, Diego Alonso and Yang Wei.

Featured Artists:
Diego Alonso, Flamenco Guitarist
Foday Musa Suso, Mandingo Griot
Yang Wei, pipa virtuoso
Kalyan Pathak, tabla master
CBS News Anchor, Roseanne Tellez, reader for "Frida"

Music in the Loft

and

the Music Institute of Chicago

present a special

Valentine Concert

with

Wendy Warner, cello and Irina Nuzova, piano

featuring works by Chopin, Ravel, Cassado, De Falla, and Katchuturian

Sunday February 10th, 2008

3:00PM

Nichols Concert Hall at the Music Institute of Chicago

1490 Chicago Avenue Evanston, IL

www.musicintheloft.org                 (312)243-9233

                                  

LaSalle Bank Piano Series

Radu Lupu

Schubert - Sonata in D Major, D. 850
Debussy - Preludes, Book 1

Winner of the prestigious Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, Romanian pianist Radu Lupu has established a reputation for his extraordinary command of the instrument. The Chicago Sun-Times says he has a “large, devoted following in Chicago, fans drawn by his combination of subtle insight and dazzlingly clear, singing tone.”

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Sunday, February 10, 2008 3pm Wendy Warner, cello and Irina Nuzova, piano will embrace the stage at Nichols Concert Hall in Downtown Evanston.

Wendy Warner first made her mark as an international soloist in 1990 when she was awarded First Prize in the Fourth International Rostropovich Competition in Paris. Today she is recognized as one of the most notable artists performing on the international concert stage. Brilliant Russian pianist Irina Nuzova is the collaborator in this tribute concert featuring selections from works by Chopin, Brahms, Ravel and Piazzolla.

Program:

Frederic Chhopin: Polonaise Brillante in C Major, Op. 3

Maurice Ravel: Alborada Del Grazioso

Gaspar Cassado: Danse Du Diable Vert

Manuel De Falla: Suite Popular Espanola

Aram Katchaturian: Waltz from the Ballet "Masquerade"

Astor Piazzolla: Le Grand Tango

 

Admission: $22 Adults/ $10 Students

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1490 Chicago Ave.

Evanston, IL 60201

 

 

 

Free Interactive Concerts for Children
Indian Boundary Park
Cultural Center
2500 West Lunt Avenue (West Rogers Park)

The nine voice ensemble pairs gems from the 19th-century Romantic tradition, including partsongs from Brahms, Schubert, Schumann, and the English Romantics, with energy-filled a cappella charts from the ‘50s and ‘60s, when street-corner singing and rock ‘n’ roll ruled the airwaves and the hearts of Americans everywhere.

English, Italian, Bohemian, American, Russian tales and traditions serve as the muses for composers Purcell, Scarlatti, Dvorak and Wynton Marsalis.  Soprano Sarah Gartshore and Thomas Wikman, harpsichord, join the Grammy-nominated Chicago Chamber Musicians for an intimate program of musical storytelling.

Purcell: Suite (selections from King Arthur and The Fairy Queen)
Wynton Marsalis: Suite from The Fiddler's Tale
Scarlatti: Su le Sponde del Tebro
Dvorak: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. 81

Ensemble Artists
Michael Henoch, oboe
Larry Combs, clarinet
Dennis Michel, bassoon
Barbara Butler, trumpet
Charles Geyer, trumpet
Michael Mulcahy, trombone
Joseph Genualdi, violiin
Jasmine Lin, violin
Rami Solomonow, viola
Katinka Kleijn, cello
Bradley Opland, double bass

Guest Artists
Sarah Gartshore
Thomas Wikman

English, Italian, Bohemian, American, Russian tales and traditions serve as the muses for composers Purcell, Scarlatti, Dvorak and Wynton Marsalis.  Soprano Sarah Gartshore and Thomas Wikman, harpsichord, join the Grammy-nominated Chicago Chamber Musicians for an intimate program of musical storytelling.

Purcell: Suite (selections from King Arthur and The Fairy Queen)
Wynton Marsalis: Suite from The Fiddler's Tale
Scarlatti: Su le Sponde del Tebro
Dvorak: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. 81

Ensemble Artists
Michael Henoch, oboe
Larry Combs, clarinet
Dennis Michel, bassoon
Barbara Butler, trumpet
Charles Geyer, trumpet
Michael Mulcahy, trombone
Joseph Genualdi, violiin
Jasmine Lin, violin
Rami Solomonow, viola
Katinka Kleijn, cello
Bradley Opland, double bass

Guest Artists
Sarah Gartshore
Thomas Wikman

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Miguel Harth-Bedoya, conductor
Dawn Upshaw, soprano - Margarita Xirgu (Feb 7, 9, 12)
Jessica Rivera, soprano - Nuria (Margarita Xirgu Feb 8)
Kelley O’Connor, mezzo-soprano - Federico García Lorca
Emily Albrink, soprano — Nuria (Feb 8)

Golijov - Ainadamar

 

Ainadamar, an extraordinary theater piece by Osvaldo Golijov, the CSO’s Mead Composer-in-Residence, is a riveting tale of artistic conviction and political courage. A haunting reflection on the life, loves, and legacy of the great Spanish writer Federico García Lorca, Ainadamar has captivated audiences from Tanglewood to Santa Fe.

Golijov’s infectious score is a brilliant mix of flamenco, tango, rhapsodic melody, and exotic orchestral colors—a feast of dance rhythms and memorable song. American soprano Dawn Upshaw, for whom the piece was written, returns to Symphony Center to re-create Lorca’s muse and love, a role she has made her own. A true masterwork of our time, Ainadamar is a thrilling experience that is not to be missed.

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Music Institute of Chicago presents:Four Score Festival : March 6-9, 2008 

In a special 4-day celebration featuring concert, lecture, film, art exhibits, and workship presentations, Abraham Stokman, director of Music for a While, presents the work of four influential composers and their significant lifetime achievements.  Sprecial guest artists and MIC faculty performers include Julia Bentley, James Russell Brown, Steven Burns, Susan Charles, Winston Choi, Fareed Haque, members of ICE, Dimitris Marinos, Barbara Ann Martin, Philip Morehead, Caroline Pittman, Pinotage, member of Quintet Attacca, members of the Limcoln Trio, and Almita and Roland Vamos

 

Thursday, March 6, 2008

Panel Discussion, 6:30pmRobert Lombardo at 75: A Birthday Celebration , 7:30pm

"A Concert of Works for Voice and Strings" will feature Five Songs for mezzo soprano and cello, Sicilian Lullaby and Cadenza for solo mandolin, War Ballad for narrator and cello, Painters' Notes: a duo for violin and viola (*Chicago première, commissioned by Almita & Roland Vamos), Last Letters Home: meditations on war for mezzo soprano and string quartet (*première), Duets for Pinotage (*première), Climbing for Tree Frogs, and Chamber Concerto for mandolin and string quintet. A display of artworks by Robert Lombardo will be on display in the lobby.

 

Friday, March 7, 2008

Olivier Messiaen (1908-1992): Centenary Concert, 7:30pm

This program will feature Chant de Terre, arranged for ICE by Cliff Colnot (première), Le Merle Noir, La Nativité du Seigneur: Neuf meditations, and Quatuor pour le fin du temps. An exibit of artworks by Abraham Stokman will be on display in the lobby.

 

Saturday, March 8, 2008

Composers Workshop with Howard Sandroff, 10AM (admission to this event is free)

Generations Next Competition: Awards and Student Concert, 6:30pm (admission to this event is free)

The Music of Howard Sandroff, 7:30pm

MIC faculty and guests will perform works including Shevet achim gam yachad, Adagio for piano, The Bride’s Complaint for voice and piano, Chant de Femme for flutes and electronic sounds, and La Joie for clarinet trio. An exhibit of artworks by Howard Sandroff will be on display in the lobby.

 

Sunday, March 9, 2008

Film screening: “A Labyrinth of Time” , 1PM (admission to this event is free)

Elliott Carter at 100: A Birthday Celebration, 3PM

Works performed on this special closing concert will include Night Fantasies, Sonata for Cello and Piano, Three Poems of Robert Frost, Esprit Rude/Esprit Doux, Two Diversions, Piece for Flute, and Changes.

 

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1490 Chicago Ave                            

Evanston

 

Admission: $15 Adult / $10 Senior / $7 Student (per concert) * unless otherwise noted

Subscription: $45 Adult / $30 Senior / $21 Student (4 concerts)         

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Mitsuko Uchida, conductor and piano

Mozart - Piano Concerto No. 13
Mozart - Divertimento for Strings in D Major
Mozart - Piano Concerto No. 23

 

A renowned Mozart interpreter, Mitsuko Uchida presides over a program of the composer’s most beloved works. Noted for her luminous and passionate playing, Uchida performs two of Mozart’s masterful piano concertos, often considered the greatest product of his unique genius.

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The Northbrook Public Library presents CHRISTOPHER LAUGHLIN, Guitar, on Sunday, February 17, at 2 p.m, in the 3^rd floor Multimedia Department. Free. 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook. 847-272-6224.

He will play works by Tarrega, Barrios, Rodrigo and Paganini.

www.northbrook.info/lib_programs_concerts.php

The Northbrook Public Library presents CHRISTOPHER LAUGHLIN, Guitar, on Sunday, February 17, at 2 p.m, in the 3^rd floor Multimedia Department. Free. 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook. 847-272-6224.

He will play works by Tarrega, Barrios, Rodrigo and Paganini.

www.northbrook.info/lib_programs_concerts.php

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Mitsuko Uchida, conductor and piano

Mozart - Piano Concerto No. 13
Mozart - Divertimento for Strings in D Major
Mozart - Piano Concerto No. 23

 

A renowned Mozart interpreter, Mitsuko Uchida presides over a program of the composer’s most beloved works. Noted for her luminous and passionate playing, Uchida performs two of Mozart’s masterful piano concertos, often considered the greatest product of his unique genius.

Pre-concert lecture information »

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The Northbrook Public Library presents CHRISTOPHER LAUGHLIN, Guitar, on Sunday, February 17, at 2 p.m, in the 3^rd floor Multimedia Department. Free. 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook. 847-272-6224.

He will play works by Tarrega, Barrios, Rodrigo and Paganini.

www.northbrook.info/lib_programs_concerts.php

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Mitsuko Uchida, conductor and piano

Mozart - Piano Concerto No. 13
Mozart - Divertimento for Strings in D Major
Mozart - Piano Concerto No. 23

 

A renowned Mozart interpreter, Mitsuko Uchida presides over a program of the composer’s most beloved works. Noted for her luminous and passionate playing, Uchida performs two of Mozart’s masterful piano concertos, often considered the greatest product of his unique genius.

Pre-concert lecture information »

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The Northbrook Public Library presents CHRISTOPHER LAUGHLIN, Guitar, on Sunday, February 17, at 2 p.m, in the 3^rd floor Multimedia Department. Free. 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook. 847-272-6224.

He will play works by Tarrega, Barrios, Rodrigo and Paganini.

www.northbrook.info/lib_programs_concerts.php

LaSalle Bank Chamber Music Series

Joshua Bell, violin
Jeremy Denk, piano

For more than two decades, Grammy® Award-winning violinist Joshua Bell has captivated audiences with his poetic musicality and inspired interpretations. Following the virtuoso’s sold-out performances with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in 2006, the Chicago Tribune said, “The crowd, which had cheered him wildly after the first movement, was beside itself at the end.”

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Baroque instrumental music is dazzlingly dramatic—in both conception and performance. Virtuoso violinist Elizabeth Wallfisch stars in an evening of theater without words as she leads the Music of the Baroque Orchestra in works by Antonio Vivaldi, J. S. Bach and other early masters. From a vivid portrait of a great storm, to an abandoned lover's grief, to the descent into madness, this evening of fiery, passionate, thrilling music will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Vivaldi Concerto for violin, La Tempesta di mare

Vivaldi Concerto for viola d'amore and archlute

J. C. Bach (arr. Wallfisch) Lament, "Ach ich Wassers genug hätte"

Locatelli Concerto grosso, Il Pianto d'Arianna

J. S. Bach Concerto for violin, after BWV 1056

Durante Concerto No. 8, La Pazzia

Geminiani Concerto grosso, La Follia, after Corelli

For tickets and more information, call 312.551.1414 or visit our website.

 

Baroque instrumental music is dazzlingly dramatic—in both conception and performance. Virtuoso violinist Elizabeth Wallfisch stars in an evening of theater without words as she leads the Music of the Baroque Orchestra in works by Antonio Vivaldi, J. S. Bach and other early masters. From a vivid portrait of a great storm, to an abandoned lover's grief, to the descent into madness, this evening of fiery, passionate, thrilling music will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Vivaldi Concerto for violin, La Tempesta di mare

Vivaldi Concerto for viola d'amore and archlute

J. C. Bach (arr. Wallfisch) Lament, "Ach ich Wassers genug hätte"

Locatelli Concerto grosso, Il Pianto d'Arianna

J. S. Bach Concerto for violin, after BWV 1056

Durante Concerto No. 8, La Pazzia

Geminiani Concerto grosso, La Follia, after Corelli

For tickets and more information, call 312.551.1414 or visit our website.

Note: Student Rush tickets may be available one hour before the performance (6:30) for $10, cash only, to Harris Theater performances. Call the box office (312.551.1414) the day of the performance for availability.

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Mitsuko Uchida, conductor and piano

Mozart - Piano Concerto No. 13
Mozart - Divertimento for Strings in D Major
Mozart - Piano Concerto No. 23

 

A renowned Mozart interpreter, Mitsuko Uchida presides over a program of the composer’s most beloved works. Noted for her luminous and passionate playing, Uchida performs two of Mozart’s masterful piano concertos, often considered the greatest product of his unique genius.

Pre-concert lecture information »

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Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Pierre Boulez, conductor
Mitsuko Uchida, piano

Pintscher - Osiris *
Bartók - Piano Concerto No. 3
Debussy - Images

* Co-Commissioned by the CSO, the London Symphony Orchestra and Carnegie Hall, World Premiere

 

Pierre Boulez leads a program of 20th-century classics and exciting new music. Mitsuko Uchida is reunited with Boulez in Bartók’s serene and lyrical Third Piano Concerto, the last score the composer finished. Debussy’s colorful Images are evocative portraits of three different countries.

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Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Pierre Boulez, conductor
Mitsuko Uchida, piano

Pintscher - Osiris *
Bartók - Piano Concerto No. 3
Debussy - Images

* Co-Commissioned by the CSO, the London Symphony Orchestra and Carnegie Hall, World Premiere

 

Pierre Boulez leads a program of 20th-century classics and exciting new music. Mitsuko Uchida is reunited with Boulez in Bartók’s serene and lyrical Third Piano Concerto, the last score the composer finished. Debussy’s colorful Images are evocative portraits of three different countries.

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LaSalle Bank Orchestra Series

Russian National Orchestra
Vladimir Jurowski, conductor

Schubert - Symphony No. 8 (Unfinished)
Tchaikovsky - Symphony No. 6 (Pathétique)

The Guardian says, “Vladimir Jurowski is one of the youngest and most successful maestros around: he’s been in charge of the opera house at Glyndebourne since 2001; next summer he takes up the reins of the London Philharmonic Orchestra as its principal conductor; and he’s principal guest conductor of the Russian National Orchestra. All this and he’s only 34.” Don’t miss Jurowski and this incredible ensemble performing the Tchaikovsky symphony that made them famous!

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The nine voice ensemble pairs gems from the 19th-century Romantic tradition, including partsongs from Brahms, Schubert, Schumann, and the English Romantics, with energy-filled a cappella charts from the ‘50s and ‘60s, when street-corner singing and rock ‘n’ roll ruled the airwaves and the hearts of Americans everywhere.

National Museum of Mexican Art
1852 West 19th Street (Pilsen)

On Saturday, February 23, 2008 at 7:30pm the Faculty and Friends series will feature guest violinist, Rachel Barton Pine.

American violinist Rachel Barton Pine has appeared as soloist with many of the world’s most prestigious orchestras. A top prize-winner of the J.S. Bach, Queen Elisabeth, Paganini, Kreisler, Szigeti, and Montreal international competitions, she has twice been honored as ‘Chicagoan of the Year.’ This program of chamber concertos will include Vivaldi’s Concerto in D Major for viola d’amore

Program

Gyorgy Ligeti: Hungarian Rock

Johann Sebastian Bach: Sonata for Violin and Harpsichord No. 3 in E Major, BWV 1016

Johann Sebastian Bach: Violin Concerto in A minor, BWV 1041

Antonio Vivaldi: Concerto for Viola d'Amore, Strings and Continuo in D Major, RV 392

Johannes Brahms: Piano Quintet in F minor, Op. 34

Admission

$15 Adults/ $10 Seniors/ $7 Students

Purchase tickets by phone or web 847-905-1500 ext. 108 or www.musicinst.org

Nichols Concert Hall

1490 Chicago Ave.

Evanston, IL 60201

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Pierre Boulez, conductor
Mitsuko Uchida, piano

Pintscher - Osiris *
Bartók - Piano Concerto No. 3
Debussy - Images

* Co-Commissioned by the CSO, the London Symphony Orchestra and Carnegie Hall, World Premiere

 

Pierre Boulez leads a program of 20th-century classics and exciting new music. Mitsuko Uchida is reunited with Boulez in Bartók’s serene and lyrical Third Piano Concerto, the last score the composer finished. Debussy’s colorful Images are evocative portraits of three different countries.

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LaSalle Bank Piano Series

Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano

Symphony Center welcomes back French virtuoso Jean-Yves Thibaudet following his acclaimed recital in 2007. The Chicago Tribune said, “few can match his command of standard repertoire, especially the French variety, and his bracing program at the Symphony Center will be remembered as one of the finest in this venerable Sunday series.”

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The nine voice ensemble pairs gems from the 19th-century Romantic tradition, including partsongs from Brahms, Schubert, Schumann, and the English Romantics, with energy-filled a cappella charts from the ‘50s and ‘60s, when street-corner singing and rock ‘n’ roll ruled the airwaves and the hearts of Americans everywhere.

Come in from the cold and explore great chamber music!

Held at the Music Institute of Chicago in Evanston, this program features the group's first performance of Johannes Brahm's Piano Quintet in F minor, Op. 34, Claude Debussy's Trio for flute, viola, and harp, and Michael Haydn's Quartet in C major for English horn, violin, cello and bass. Trio Vita, co-winners of our 13th Annual High School Chamber Music Competition will also perform.

RCP members Sandra Morgan, flute, Robert Morgan, oboe, Robert Hanford, violin, Keith Conant, viola, Barbara Haffner, cello and Collins Trier, bass will be joined by guest artists Sheila Hanford, violin, Jeannie Yu, piano and Stephen Hartman, harp.

A "Meet & Mingle" reception with the artists follows each concert.

Tickets are $30 general admission and $10 for students. For further information or tickets, please call 312-360-3145 or visit www.rembrandtchamberplayers.org.

Held at the Merit School of Music in Chicago, this program features the group's first performance of Johannes Brahms' Piano Quintet in F minor, Op. 34, Claude Debussy's Trio for flute, viola, and harp, and Michael Haydn's Quartet in C major for English horn, violin, cello and bass. The Bone Rangers, co-winners of our 13th Annual High School Chamber Music Competition will also perform.

RCP members Sandra Morgan, flute, Robert Morgan, oboe, Robert Hanford, violin, Keith Conant, viola, Barbara Haffner, cello and Collins Trier, bass will be joined by guest artists Sheila Hanford, violin, Jeannie Yu, piano and Stephen Hartman, harp.

A "Meet & Mingle" reception with artists follows each concert.

Tickets are $30 general admission and $10 for students. For further information or tickets, please call 312-360-3145 or visit www.rembrandtchamberplayers.org.

Event: Israel Chamber Orchestra Concert

Proceeds to: Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem

Where: Harris Theater Millennium Park

When: February 26, 2008 7:30pm

Cost: $35-$75

Contact: midwestregion@acsz.org or Alison Pure-Slovin at 847-410-0340

Event Info: The Israel Chamber Orchestra, founded in 1965, makes a Chicago
appearance with Conductor Elli Jaffe. The ensemble is known for its numerous collaborations
with internationally renowned artists and works to foster musical enthusiasm
with young audiences. Numerous internationally known soloists, including Ashkenazy,
Perlman, Bronfman and Rampal have performed with the Orchestra, which has
also collaborated with widely acclaimed choirs from around the world. The ICO's
repertoire ranges from Vivaldi to Stravinsky, with a special interest in performing
great works by Israeli composers. The Orchestra attaches a vital importance to fostering
music among the young, and its series "For the Entire Family" has been enthusiastically
acclaimed by both young audiences and professional music critics. Proceeds from this
performance will benefit the new Wilf Children's Hospital at Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem.

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Pierre Boulez, conductor

Berio - Quatre dédicaces
Debussy - Images
Stravinsky - Petrushka

 

Pierre Boulez leads the CSO in the original version of Stravinsky’s vividly colorful Petrushka. This tragic love story about traditional Russian Petrushka puppets provided the inspiration for Stravinsky's masterwork, which is at once powerful, playful and fun.

Pre-concert lecture information »

The final concert in Pacifica's Chicago Beethoven cycle will take place at the Merit School, 38 S. Peoria St., 2 blocks west of Halsted between Madison and Monroe. The program is Op. 18, no. 4, Op. 59, no. 2, and Op. 135. Henry Fogel will give a pre-concert talk at 2:00pm.

For tickets or information, call (847) 242-0775 or visit www.pacificabeethoven.com

Civic Orchestra of Chicago
conductor to be announced

 

Cristo Rey High School
1852 West 22nd Place (Pilsen)

Free and Open to the Public