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Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Founded in 1891, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra is consistently hailed as one of the greatest orchestras in the world.
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Chicago Symphony Orchestra
The world-renowned CSO, Zell Music Director Designate Klaus Mäkelä, Music Director Emeritus for Life Riccardo Muti and distinguished guest artists bring a deep, evolving repertoire to life at Chicago Symphony Center and Wheaton College — from immortal masterworks to surprising discoveries.
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Movies
Feature films ranging from Hollywood’s Golden Age to modern blockbusters with the incomparable CSO playing the scores.
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Family
Share your love of music with the next generation through this series of engaging, kid-friendly programs performed by musicians from the CSO.
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Chamber Music
CSO musicians give intimate, small-ensemble performances at Chicago Symphony Center and neighborhood venues.
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Featured Concerts & Events
Experience the magic of music like never before. Electrifying performances by world-renowned artists and captivating showcases of orchestral brilliance by the CSO promise unforgettable moments for all tastes.
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About the Chicago Symphony Orchestra
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra is a global artistic leader, hailed as one of the most esteemed ensembles in classical music. Founded in 1891, the Orchestra cultivates the future of music while building upon its legacy. The CSO’s acclaimed musicians command a deep, evolving repertoire, sharing their signature sound with music lovers in hundreds of concerts annually at Chicago Symphony Center and in concert venues and communities around the world.
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