Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts

### Event Description: Chicago Symphony Orchestra at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts

**Event:** Chicago Symphony Orchestra  
**Conductor:** Riccardo Muti, Music Director Emeritus for Life  
**Date:** Thursday, November 7, 2024  
**Time:** 7:30 PM CT  
**Venue:** Foellinger Great Hall, Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

#### Event Overview:
Join us for an extraordinary evening with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, one of the world's most celebrated orchestras, under the baton of the illustrious Riccardo Muti. As the orchestra’s Music Director Emeritus for Life, Muti brings his unparalleled artistry and passion to the Krannert Center, promising a night of unforgettable music.

#### Program:
- **Gaetano Donizetti:** Overture to *Don Pasquale*
- **Giuseppe Verdi:** The Four Seasons from *I vespri siciliani*
- **Emmanuel Chabrier:** *España*
- **Osvaldo Golijov:** Suite from *Megalopolis* (World Premiere, CSO commission)
- **Manuel de Falla:** Suite No. 2 from *The Three-Cornered Hat* (Three Dances)

#### Highlights:
- **Riccardo Muti:** Renowned for his dynamic interpretations and profound connection with the orchestra, Muti will lead the CSO through a program that spans vibrant, dance-inspired works and evocative suites.
- **World Premiere:** Experience the world premiere of Osvaldo Golijov’s *Megalopolis Suite*, a CSO commission featuring music from the score of Francis Ford Coppola’s upcoming epic film.
- **Musical Journey:** The evening’s repertoire will transport the audience from the lively streets of southern Spain to the rich musical heritage of Italy, showcasing the versatility and brilliance of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

#### About the Orchestra:
Founded in 1891, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra is acclaimed globally for its exceptional musicianship and distinctive sound. Performing over 150 concerts annually, the CSO continues to captivate audiences in Chicago, across Illinois, the United States, and around the world.

#### Ticket Information:
Tickets for this event are not yet available. Please check the Krannert Center website for updates and further details on how to purchase tickets.

#### Support the Arts:
Krannert Center extends its heartfelt thanks to all Patron Sponsors and Corporate and Community Sponsors. Your support makes life-affirming experiences like this possible. To contribute, visit [Krannert Center Giving](https://krannertcenter.com/give) or [FAA Illinois Giving](https://faa.illinois.edu/giving).

For more information, visit the [Chicago Symphony Orchestra event page](https://krannertcenter.com/event/chicago-symphony-orchestra).

Mark your calendars for an evening of exceptional music with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra at the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts!