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Chicago Symphony Presents
A Chanticleer Christmas
Dec 8, 2026 — 7:30 PM
Overview
It wouldn’t be the holidays without Chanticleer. The multiple Grammy Award-winning men’s chorus delights listeners “with harmonies so lush they verge on the celestial” (The Berkshire Eagle). Hear the group’s newest holiday program, spanning timeless carols, popular Christmas songs and its signature arrangements of festive spirituals.
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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
This concert is generously sponsored by The Negaunee Foundation.
Inside the Music
The vocal group Chanticleer returns to the Windy City for its holiday concert, an annual tradition since 2000. “We love coming to Chicago," says the group's music director. “We would never miss a stop in Chicago.”
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From the Vienna Boys Choir to "Elf in Concert" to "A Chanticleer Christmas" to "Merry, Merry Chicago!," Chicago Symphony Center will host an extensive lineup of events that capture the festive spirit of the holiday season.
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The San Francisco-based vocal ensemble Chanticleer offers what it calls “a truly sublime holiday listening experience” on the disc “Joy to the World," the group’s debut release on Delos.
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