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Originally Published 23 days ago — by Chicago Sun-Times
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra's concert featured a standout performance by young pianist Yunchan Lim and a compelling interpretation of Beethoven's Symphony No. 7 by Klaus Mäkelä, highlighting a thoughtfully curated program inspired by Beethoven's influence across different eras, culminating in a memorable evening of classical music excellence.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Chicago Tribune
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra has appointed Finnish conductor Klaus Mäkelä as its next music director, making him the youngest in the orchestra's history at 28. Mäkelä, known for his rapid rise in the classical music world, will assume the role in the 2027-28 season, following Riccardo Muti's tenure. His appointment comes after a global search and will see him leading the CSO through at least 2032. Mäkelä's exclusive recording contract with Decca Classics will also mark the orchestra's return to releasing albums under that label.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Klaus Mäkelä, a 28-year-old Finnish conductor, has been announced as the next music director of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, making him the youngest maestro in the ensemble’s 133-year history. Known for his charisma and clarity, Mäkelä will begin a five-year contract in 2027 at the age of 31, and will also take over as chief conductor of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
Riccardo Muti, the former conductor and current music director emeritus for life of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, showcased the ensemble's power and finesse in a two-night engagement at Carnegie Hall. Under Muti's direction, the orchestra delivered strong yet nimble performances of works by Tchaikovsky, Mussorgsky, Mendelssohn, Strauss, and Glass. The orchestra's cohesion and technical mastery were evident, with tasteful instrumental solos and a balance of ardor and neatness. While the soloist in Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto had a subpar showing, Muti's interpretation and the orchestra's plush power shone through. The encores, drawn from Italian opera, provided a showcase for Muti's specialty and allowed the ensemble to revel in their performance.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by AOL
Riccardo Muti will become the Chicago Symphony Orchestra's music director emeritus for life starting next season. Muti repeats the Beethoven on Saturday night and Sunday, then closes his tenure Tuesday night with a free concert in Millennium Park. Muti’s career has included lengthy tenures with Italy’s Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, London’s Philharmonia Orchestra, the Philadelphia Orchestra, and Milan’s Teatro alla Scala. He is just the fifth CSO music director in seven decades, following Fritz Reiner, Jean Martinon, Georg Solti, and Daniel Barenboim.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
Riccardo Muti, the music director of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, will end his 13-year tenure leading Beethoven’s “Missa Solemnis” in June 2023. However, since his successor has not yet been named, he will be continuing as a kind of shadow music director next season, and possibly longer. Muti's time in Chicago has been widely reckoned an enormous success, taking the great Chicago Symphony Orchestra and making it even greater. His departure is a milestone as the generation of leaders born before the end of World War II passes.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WGN TV Chicago
Tickets for the 2023 Ravinia Festival, featuring over 50 artists and 100 concerts, including the Chicago Symphony Orchestra's summer residency, are now on sale. The lineup includes both new and returning artists such as Charlie Puth, Santana, and Carrie Underwood. The festival season runs from June 6 to September 9, and tickets can be purchased online at Ravinia.org.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC Chicago
Ravinia Festival has announced its 2023 summer concert lineup, featuring more than 100 concerts from June to September. The lineup includes a variety of genres such as jazz, blues, pop, folk, and more, with artists like Ms. Lauryn Hill, Chicago, Jethro Tull, Santana, and Jason Mraz. The Chicago Symphony Orchestra will also return for a six-week summer residency. Tickets go on sale May 1.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC Chicago
Ravinia Festival has announced its full lineup for the 2023 summer concert series, featuring performances from Jethro Tull, John Legend, and a six-week residency from the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. The season runs from June 6 to Sept. 10, and tickets go on sale May 1. The lineup includes a wide range of genres, from pop and rock to jazz, blues, and classical music. Guests are allowed to bring their own picnics, including food and liquor.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WGN TV Chicago
Ravinia Festival has announced its 2023 summer lineup featuring over 50 artists and over 100 concerts, including the Chicago Symphony Orchestra's annual summer residency. The lineup includes both new and returning artists such as Charlie Puth, Santana, Carrie Underwood, and Boyz II Men. Tickets go on sale to the public on May 1.