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  “…one of the many “wow” moments in her performance. I definitely want to hear Njioma Grevious again.” – Louis Harris, Third Coast Review   From March 30 to April 4, 2026, Chicago Philharmonic launched its second annual Artist in Residence Week with violinist Njioma Grevious leading a dynamic series of performances, workshops, and community… Continue reading A Week of Music, Mentorship, and a Major U.S. Premiere

  On February 28, 2026, the Chicago Philharmonic and Sleeping At Last made our debut at the sold-out Dr. Phillips Center’s Walt Disney Theater in Orlando, Florida.   Led by Maestro Thiago Tiberio, the orchestra brought new dimension to Sleeping At Last’s music through bespoke symphonic arrangements of Saturn, Two, Mother, Turning Page, and more.… Continue reading Chicago Philharmonic and Sleeping At Last make Dr. Phillips Center debut

  On January 24, Chicago Philharmonic participated in a historic moment at the United Center as the Chicago Bulls retired Derrick Rose’s No. 1 jersey. The ceremony followed the Bulls’ buzzer‑beater victory over the Boston Celtics and drew a sold‑out crowd, with many braving subzero temperatures to witness the celebration of one of Chicago’s most… Continue reading Chicago Philharmonic makes history with Derrick Rose and the Chicago Bulls

  “Chicago Philharmonic played to a packed, sold-out crowd of 4,000, and the atmosphere was unreal. There’s truly no better feeling than sharing this kind of program with an audience that’s so present and appreciative.” -Dan Won, Chicago Philharmonic clarinetist   On December 20, 2025 the Chicago Philharmonic and The Auditorium presented The Holiday in… Continue reading A Shared Night at The Holiday in Concert

  On October 18, 2025 the Chicago Philharmonic and Ear Taxi Festival presented the World Premiere of Stacy Garrop’s Invictus and the Midwest Premiere of Damien Geter’s An African American Requiem.   The concert marked the culmination of a two-year journey, shaped by imagination, collaboration, and care. From its earliest conception to its final performance, the project… Continue reading Resonance and Remembrance: Garrop, Geter, and a Community United in Music