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Chicago Symphony Orchestra

127 concerts

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra, established in 1891 by Theodore Thomas, stands as a top American orchestra, renowned for precision and rich sound. It gained prominence under conductors like Fritz Reiner, who started its recording legacy, and Sir Georg Solti, substantially boosting its global acclaim and record sales. Their works with Mahler and Bruckner became iconic. Solti won the most Grammy Awards of any musician. The orchestra continuously reissues past revered recordings, maintaining its legacy. Recently, artists like Jessie Montgomery and Hilary Hahn collaborated with the ensemble.

Brahms

36 concerts

Johannes Brahms, born in Hamburg, Germany, was a pivotal Romantic era composer. He masterfully blended classical forms with rich harmonies and lyrical melodies in his symphonies, concertos, and chamber music. Celebrated for works like "Hungarian Dances" and his "Lullaby," he is considered one of classical music's "Three Bs" alongside Bach and Beethoven, leaving an enduring legacy.

Thomas Wilkins

2 concerts

Thomas Wilkins, a Norfolk, Virginia native, is a distinguished orchestra conductor. He is Principal Conductor of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, Artistic Advisor for the Boston Symphony, and Music Director Laureate of the Omaha Symphony. Wilkins is celebrated for his engaging style and dedication to music education. He received the Leonard Bernstein Lifetime Achievement Award and the Golden Baton Award.