African American Network Concerts & Events
The Chicago Symphony African American Network invites you to its 2026/27 season, celebrating Black composers, conductors and performers across genres including classical, jazz and new music. Enjoy celebrations, artist meet-and-greets and networking events. Everyone is welcome!
The 2026/27 Season
Learn more about select concerts that include celebrations, artist meet-and-greets and networking events — connect, engage and be moved.
Our next event:
Black History Month Celebration
Friday, February 5
8:00 Jeff Parker & The New Breed / Isaiah Collier & The Defiance
10:00 African American Network Event in Grainger Ballroom
Guitarist Jeff Parker and saxophonist Isaiah Collier embody the modern Chicago sound — music shaped by rhythm, risk and a fearless tradition of innovation. More information about the postconcert event will be provided soon.
Tickets start at $40 with promo code AANSEASON. A separate free event ticket is also required.
Remaining concerts with events throughout the season:
More concerts to enjoy:
Two ways to secure your specially priced Chicago Symphony African American Network concert tickets starting at $40:
Concert & Event Package
Secure your tickets to three or more concerts and receptions in one easy order.
- Select from the best available seats.
- Enjoy flexible ticket exchanges if your plans change.
- Access subscriber rewards, including 15% savings on additional concert tickets and exclusive rates to nearby parking garages and more.
Individual Concert Tickets
Order concert tickets when it makes the most sense to you.
- Access your specially priced tickets using promo code AANSEASON.
- Your special concert ticket pricing will appear as an option when selecting seats for the concert with the promo code applied. For concerts with an event, a separate, free event ticket is also required.