Name: Still I Rise
Start: 2026-03-07T19:00:00
Location: Harris Theater

Dive into Chicago Sinfonietta's enthralling season with 'Bollywood & Beyond,' 'Holidays of Hope,' 'Open Heart,' 'Still I Rise,' and 'American Rhapsody.' These events celebrate cultural diversity, honor remarkable legacies, and pay tribute to iconic figures in music and history. From the symphonic melodies echoing Bollywood flair to the heartwarming harmonies of holiday classics, and from tributes to pioneers in medicine and music, this season embodies a rich tapestry of sound and spirit.

Chicago Sinfonietta's Vibrant Season: Celebrating Music, Culture, and Legacy

In 2026, the Chicago Sinfonietta presents a captivating concert series that celebrates groundbreaking achievements in medicine, music, and dance, with performances spanning from tributes to Dr. Daniel Hale Williams and jazz legend Miles Davis, to the pioneering compositions of Florence Price. These events, 'Open Heart,' 'Still I Rise,' and 'American Rhapsody,' promise to enrich audiences with orchestral masterpieces and innovative collaborations. Leading the charge is conductor Mei-Ann Chen, who, along with renowned artists, brings these historical narratives and creative compositions to life.

Celebrating Heritage Through Symphony: Chicago Sinfonietta's 2026 Concert Series

Mei-Ann Chen

Chicago Sinfonietta

Chicago’s own Deeply Rooted Dance Theater joins us in an unstoppable collaboration, bringing Florence Price’s vibrant Dances in the Canebrakes to life through original choreography—honoring the first Black woman to have her music performed by a major American orchestra.

Still I Rise

Harris Theater

North Central College

Chicago Sinfonietta commissioned a bold new symphonic tribute honoring the 100th birthday of jazz icon Miles Davis—born in Alton, Illinois and raised just outside Chicago. Composed by Chicago Sinfonietta’s very own Assistant Principal Violist Seth Pae, this powerful premiere reimagines the boundary-pushing spirit of a legend who forever changed the sound of American music.

Still I Rise

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