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Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Karina Canellakis & Randall Goosby
Feb 19-21, 2027
Overview
How do we sum up our lives? Shostakovich confronted this question as he began his Fifteenth Symphony while confined to a hospital bed. The piece bursts with memories of his earlier symphonies and quotes of Wagner and Rossini before it fades into ethereal silence. In contrast, Mozart was just 19 and poised for greatness when he composed his effervescent Third Violin Concerto, to which Randall Goosby brings his “perfect balance of intelligent artistry and showmanship” (The New York Times). Beethoven captures another epic life’s tale — that of a 16th century Flemish resistance fighter — in his searing Egmont Overture.
Program
Beethoven
Overture to Egmont
Mozart
Violin Concerto No. 3
Shostakovich
Symphony No. 15
Performers
Enhance your experience
Preconcert Conversation
Explore the music in a free preconcert conversation featuring Stephen Alltop in Orchestra Hall 75 minutes before the performance. The talk will last approximately 30 minutes. No additional tickets are needed.
Preconcert Dining
Explore Chicago Symphony Center’s on-site dining options for a seamless preconcert experience. Preorder a Sound Bites meal to enjoy in the Rotunda before the concert — or make a reservation to dine at the Thomas Club, offering a prix fixe menu featuring traditional American fare and a spectacular view of Lake Michigan.
Sponsors & Partners
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association thanks Dorne and Steve Eastwood for generously sponsoring the February 20 performance.
The appearance of Randall Goosby is made possible by the Grainger Fund for Excellence.