music
Ravinia 2011: Classical highlights
The Ravinia Festival’s 2011 classical music season embraces everything from solo recitals to chamber music and grand orchestral evenings. For those with limited time and/or budget — which includes almost everyone — here are some suggestions for programs that should not be missed. Whether in …
CSO, stars shine in 75th season opener at Ravinia
There is always a certain magic surrounding the first weekend of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s residency at the Ravinia Festival. This year marks the 75th summer the orchestra has spent at the leafy Highland Park enclave, so the three opening concerts July 7, 8 and …
Glenview singer performs to fight ALS
Michael Hutchins loved to sing at karaoke nights. When people began telling the Glenview resident that they enjoyed listening to him, he decided to share his talent. About five years ago, he put together a trio and began performing at weddings and private events. For …
Two heads, four hands and Lizst on Duo Pianos
Two heads are better than one and four hands top two any day. That’s the idea behind the Music Institute of Chicago’s duo piano festival set for the institute’s Evanston campus July 8 to 17. Some 60 pianists, including duo-pairs from throughout the United States …
Magnificent premiere for North Shore Chamber Music Festival
A blazing cello, a fiery violin, a flaming viola and an incandescent piano. The second evening of the North Shore Chamber Music Festival’s three-night series concluded with the Finale of Robert Schumann’s Piano Quartet, played with such intensity as to leave the audience breathless. Friday, …
Summer Showcase of local talent returns to Deerfield
Learning to play one instrument requires plenty of effort, so imagine learning to play 26. Bob Gand, founder of the Village Music Store, does play 26 instruments, although these days he mostly sticks to banjo and trumpet. Gand shares his passion for music with his …
Iglauer’s Alligator Records still has bite
Bruce Iglauer is anticipating the next house-rockin’ wave. No, it’s not a violent, tidal wave-inducing cataclysm that the part-time Glencoe resident awaits. It’s the next chapter in the story of his much-beloved blues music. Iglauer, president and founder of Alligator Records, home of “genuine house-rockin’ …
Summer music
DEERFIELD Summer Sampler Concert Series held at Mitchell Park, Hazel Avenue and Wilmot Road in Deerfield, Sundays 5-6:30 p.m. www.dfpd.org or call (847) 945-0650. June 19: Rockin’ Fenderskirts. (’50s, ’60s rock) June 26: Rhythm Rockets (’40s, ’50s, jazz, R&B). July 10: A Chicago Cover Story …
Summer music
DEERFIELD Summer Sampler Concert Series held at Mitchell Park, Hazel Avenue and Wilmot Road in Deerfield, Sundays 5-6:30 p.m. www.dfpd.org or call (847) 945-0650. June 19: Rockin’ Fenderskirts. (’50s,’60s rock) June 26: Rhythm Rockets (’40s, ’50s, jazz, R&B). July 10: A Chicago Cover Story ( …
Iglauer’s Alligator Records still has bite
Bruce Iglauer is anticipating for the next house-rockin’ wave. No, it’s not a violent, tidal wave-inducing cataclysm that the part-time Glencoe resident awaits. It’s the next chapter in the story of his much-beloved blues music. Iglauer, president and founder of Alligator Records, home of “genuine …
Ravinia for kids
Add Ravinia to your list of fun places to take the kids this summer. The season opens with a special event offering free activities for kids. There are eight concerts scheduled especially for young people. Children 15 and younger will have free admission to the …
Ravinia Festival kicks off June 9
If it’s June in the northern suburbs, it must be time for the Ravinia Festival to swing open its gates for another summerlong music extravaganza. Ravinia is the country’s oldest outdoor music festival, and it’s in no hurry. Picnic on its cool lawn, kick your shoes off. Arrive early, stay late. Relax in the sway of the pavilion for an up-close look at your favorite musicmaker.
Benefit showcases Adler teachers’ talents
The David Adler Music and Arts Center instructors will get up in front of the crowd and practice what they teach in a show to benefit the center on June 10. Eight faculty members will show off their musical talents, playing guitar, violin, piano and …
Orchestra celebrates 30 years
Thirty years ago, Harvey Treger couldn’t find a place to play. “I was looking for a place to play cello so I thought I’d form my own orchestra,” said Treger, founder, president and CEO of the Evanston-based North Shore Chamber Orchestra. He’s been playing cello …
New chamber music fest for Northbrook
A star-studded new chamber music festival is coming up next week in Northbrook. The concept originated with internationally acclaimed violinist Vadim Gluzman and his wife, pianist Angela Yoffe, who are residents of the village. Through their professional connections in the musical world, they have gathered …
