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Philip Glass with Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Mendelssohn, and more

Oct 5, 2023 at 8:00 PM  ·  Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, New York, NY Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, New York, NY

Philip Glass
Oct 5
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Founded in Chicago by conductor Theodore Thomas, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra became an international classical powerhouse under Fritz Reiner and Sir Georg Solti, famed for RCA “Living Stereo” best-sellers and acclaimed London Records recordings.
Felix Mendelssohn, a German Romantic composer born in Hamburg, was a child prodigy known for his lyrical melodies and elegant orchestration. He blended Classical forms with Romantic expression, creating popular works like the "Wedding March," Violin Concerto, and Italian Symphony. Mendelssohn also revived Bach's music and founded the Leipzig Conservatory.
Riccardo Muti is a renowned conductor and Music Director Emeritus for Life of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra (2010–2023). Longtime collaborator with the Wiener Philharmoniker since 1971, he has led Vienna’s New Year Concert 7 times.
Born and raised in Baltimore, Philip Glass is a prolific composer who formed the Philip Glass Ensemble after returning to New York in 1967. Known for operas like Einstein on the Beach, Satyagraha, and Akhnaten, and film scores for The Hours and Koyaanisqatsi.

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