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Chicago Symphony Orchestra with The Rite of Spring, Leonidas Kavakos, and more

Nov 18, 2023 at 7:30 PM · Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Chicago, IL Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Chicago, IL

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Chicago Symphony Orchestra

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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.

Leonidas Kavakos

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Leonidas Kavakos, born in Athens, is a renowned violinist and conductor. Known for his Sibelius Violin Concerto recording, he won Gramophone's Concerto of the Year. Kavakos frequently collaborates with Emanuel Ax and Yo-Yo Ma, performing and recording chamber music, including Beethoven trios. He has toured worldwide and was a principal guest artist with Camerata Salzburg.

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