Chicago Symphony Orchestra with Bach and Robert Chen

Mar 29, 2024 at 1:30 PM · Orchestra Hall at Symphony Center, Chicago, IL Orchestra Hall at Symphony Center, Chicago, IL

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Chicago Symphony Orchestra

100 concerts

Chicago Symphony Orchestra (founded Chicago by Theodore Thomas): elite U.S. classical orchestra famed for Reiner “Living Stereo” hits and Solti’s Mahler/Bruckner; worked with Schnabel.

Bach

13 concerts

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750), born in Eisenach, Germany, was a pivotal Baroque composer. Renowned for his mastery of counterpoint and polyphony, he enriched German styles with Italian and French influences. His prolific output includes iconic works like the Brandenburg Concertos, The Well-Tempered Clavier, Mass in B Minor, and Toccata and Fugue in D Minor. Bach is celebrated as one of history's greatest composers, whose genius continues to inspire.

Robert Chen

3 concerts

An esteemed Taiwan-born violinist who has served as the concertmaster of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra since 1999, recognized for his extensive solo career and collaborations with world-renowned musicians and conductors.