Composer

The Orchestra presents a Sunday afternoon celebration of women composers beginning with Fanny Mendelssohn, the older sister of the composer Felix Mendelssohn. Overture in C Major, her only composition ever for orchestra alone, debuted at one of her private salon concerts in 1834. It remained unpublished during her lifetime and was only published in 1994. The Battle for the Ballot, written by Stacy Garrop and narrated by Mayor Stephanie Terry, features excerpts from the speeches and writings of seven suffragists, which depict their struggle for the right to vote.

 

Elaine Hagenberg's By Night features the women of the Evansville Philharmonic Chorus. Inspired by Harriet Prescott Spofford's poem “By Night,” it describes a young woman who discovers a bold new world of thrilling beauty when she ventures beyond her familiar walls. Gabriela Ortiz is among the most prominent composers in Mexico, and her varied and distinct work, Kauyumari, meaning “blue deer” represents a spiritual guide, transformed through an extended pilgrimage into a hallucinogenic cactus called peyote.

Celebrating Women in Music

Victory Theatre

Come early with chairs, blankets and an appetite! The program will include a selection of gorgeous string orchestra tunes, a symphony based on the Don Juan stories, and an exciting horn concerto by Mozart! Join the KCCO musicians and guest conductor Carolyn Watson as they bring you the

adventure of live music in the open air!

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Music in the Garden!

The John Wornall House Museum

A spectacular season opener begins featuring the The Syracuse Orchestra wind section in The Lovely Sirens, written by Stacy Garrop in 2010. Michelle Cann returns to the stage to play Beethoven’s fifth and final piano concerto, “The Emperor”, and the concert closes with the popular Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4, which he dedicated to his best friend.

Michelle Cann Plays Beethoven

The Oncenter Civic Center Theaters

CYSO’s Symphony Orchestra and Philharmonic Orchestra present their spring concert at Orchestra Hall. Tickets go on sale on April 10th.

Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert at Orchestra Hall featuring Philharmonic Orchestra

Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Join us for an enchanting evening of vocal brilliance as Priya Krishnaswamy, a talented soprano from the Northwestern Bienen School of Music, takes the stage for her Bachelor of Music recital. This special performance is scheduled for Friday, May 17, 2024, at 8:30pm CDT, in the intimate setting of the McClintock Choral and Recital Room.

Under the tutelage of Theresa Brancaccio, Priya will be joined by Greta McNamee, mezzo-soprano, and Teresa Kang on piano, to present a diverse and captivating program. The evening's repertoire includes cherished works by J.S. Bach, such as "Ich folge dir gleichfalls" from St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244, and "Aus Liebe" from the same passion, alongside George Frideric Handel's "Come unto Him" from Messiah, HWV 56. The program will also feature pieces from Carl Orff's Carmina Burana, Vincenzo Bellini, Felix Mendelssohn, Franz Joseph Haydn, Stacy Garrop, Jean-Paul-Égide Martini, Claude Debussy, Léo Delibes, Andrew Lloyd Webber, and Frederick Lowe, promising a rich exploration of vocal music.

This recital is a free event, open to all who appreciate the power and beauty of the human voice in its many forms. Whether you're a lover of classical opera, contemporary compositions, or timeless classics, Priya's performance is sure to captivate and inspire.

The McClintock Choral and Recital Room, located at 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208, within the Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Center for the Musical Arts, offers a cozy and acoustically pleasing environment, perfect for the nuances of vocal performance. With seating for 120, it's an ideal space for an intimate musical experience.

For those unable to attend in person, we are pleased to offer a live stream of the event. Ensure you don't miss this remarkable display of musical talent and passion.

Mark your calendars for an unforgettable night of music and emotion with Priya Krishnaswamy and guests.

Priya Krishnaswamy, soprano

Ryan Center for the Musical Arts

Join us for an enchanting evening of violin mastery as Eliana Silverman takes the stage on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at 6:00pm CDT. This captivating recital will be held in the intimate setting of the McClintock Choral and Recital Room, located within the prestigious Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Center for the Musical Arts at 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208.

Eliana, a talented Bachelor of Music student under the guidance of Desirée Ruhstrat, will be accompanied by Nathan Canfield on piano. The program promises a journey through the evocative landscapes of violin music, featuring Stacy Garrop's "Repair the World" for solo violin, Jennifer Higdon's "Smoky Mountain Air" for solo violin, and Amy Beach's Sonata for Violin and Piano in A Minor, Op. 34.

This event is a celebration of musical artistry, offering a free live stream for those who cannot attend in person. No tickets are required for this event, making it a wonderful opportunity for music lovers of all ages to experience the beauty of classical music performed by emerging talents.

Don't miss this opportunity to support live music and witness the future of classical performance.

Eliana Silverman, violin

Join us for an evening of contemporary music and premieres at the Bienen School of Music's Galvin Recital Hall on Friday, March 8, 2024, at 7:30pm CST. Under the baton of Ben Bolter and assistant conductor Jason Gluck, the Contemporary Music Ensemble will present a captivating program featuring the Chicago premiere of Yotam Haber's "Estro Poetico-armonico III" for mezzo-soprano and ensemble, inspired by the rich liturgical traditions of Jewish communities in Italy. Mezzo-soprano Rena Maduro will lend her voice to this piece, which intertwines historical recordings with poetry reflecting the complexities of modern life in Israel.

The evening will also spotlight Stacy Garrop's "Frammenti," a composition of five miniatures each based on musical fragments, and the world premiere of "Asphyxiation" by Bienen student composer Jonah Keoun. This performance promises to be a profound exploration of music's power to convey history, emotion, and innovation.

Tickets are priced at $8 for the general public and $5 for students with valid ID, though availability is limited. The Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall, located at 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL, offers an intimate setting with stunning views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline, ensuring an unforgettable experience. Don't miss this opportunity to witness groundbreaking works performed by the next generation of musical talent.

Contemporary Music Ensemble

Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall

Featuring the recorded voices of Mahalia Jackson and Studs Terkel.

Kronos Quartet

PPU Pittsburgh Playhouse

Celebrate Five Decades of Transformative Music with Kronos Quartet

Join us for an unforgettable evening as the Kronos Quartet marks its 50th anniversary with a special concert at Sixth & I on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at 7:30 PM. Renowned for their revolutionary approach to string quartet repertoire, Kronos Quartet has been a formidable force in the world of music, collaborating with some of the most inventive composers and performers across the globe.

This milestone event will showcase the Quartet's legacy initiative, "50 For the Future: The Learning Repertoire," featuring a series of commissions by composers from around the world. The program promises an eclectic mix of compositions that highlight the Quartet's commitment to pushing musical boundaries and fostering new works. Highlights include:

- Nicole Lizée's "ZonelyHearts: PhoneTap CCTV"
- An excerpt from "Segara Gunung" by Peni Candra Rini, arranged by Jacob Garchick
- "Maji" by Sun Ra and Jlin, arranged by Kronos Quartet
- Bob Dylan's "All Along the Watchtower," inspired by Jimi Hendrix and arranged by Jacob Garchick
- "Only Ever Us" by Paul Wiancko
- "God-music" from "Black Angels" by George Crumb
- The world premiere of Aleksandra Vrebalov's "Gold Came From Space"
- Terry Riley's "This Assortment of Atoms One Time Only: Lunch in Chinatown"
- "The Beatitudes" by Vladamir Martynov
- "Tusen Tankar (A Thousand Thoughts)" a traditional piece, arranged by Kronos Quartet
- "Glorious Mahalia" by Stacy Garrop

The New York Times has lauded the Kronos Quartet for breaking the boundaries of what string quartets do, and this concert is a testament to their innovative spirit and artistic leadership over the past five decades.

This performance is supported by the generous contributions of the Dallas Morse Coors Foundation for the Performing Arts, Betsy and Robert Feinberg, the Galena-Yorktown Foundation, and Pamela Sutherland, among others, who have played a crucial role in bringing this event to life.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the Kronos Quartet's groundbreaking music and celebrate their 50-year journey of artistic excellence. Reserve your tickets now for an evening of extraordinary music and innovation.

Sixth & I

October 2023 Concert

Church of St. Paul and St. Andrew

University Of Illinois Philharmonia Orchestra

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts

Spring 2023 Concert

Calvary Presbyterian Church

Join us in 2022-23 for a season of vibrant musical experiences.

Music for the Royal Fireworks

Davies Symphony Hall

This concert features newest ICA members Sarah Carrillo, Principal Trumpet of the Peoria Symphony Orchestra, and Oto Carrillo, horn player in the legendary Chicago Symphony Orchestra! In Joan Tower's Copperwave, the brass instruments interweave and surge through wavelike patterns. Chicago composer Stacy Garrop's Legends of Olympus depicts five Greek gods in a colorful story that highlights each brass instrument. One of America's greatest composers, Amy Beach's late Romantic Piano Quintet is dreamy and sensuous, crafted thoroughly well.

Stacy Garrop

Composer

Events

Upcoming events

Mar 15, 2025

Side-By-Side Wind Band Festival · Knox-Galesburg Symphony

Past events

Nov 17, 2024

Celebrating Women in Music · Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra

Sep 22, 2024

Music in the Garden! · Kansas City Chamber Orchestra

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