Young people thrilled for free Chicago Symphony Orchestra concert at Woodlawn church
The CSO put on the free performance at the Apostolic Church of God in Woodlawn.
The CSO put on the free performance at the Apostolic Church of God in Woodlawn.
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra put on the free performance at the Apostolic Church of God in Woodlawn.
Dan Spees, who works for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association, said he wasn't sure he'd ever play again.
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The school districts believe Symphony Center is too close to Millennium Park and are concerned that more unrest like what happened last weekend could be coming.
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A total of 50 gifted young musicians from 10 different states spent the weekend at the Symphony Center for a summit of diverse performers – and also to learn from the best. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
McDonald’s has reached a settlement with former workers alleging harassment, a CTA train operator is recovering after being shoved onto the tracks, a second suspect has been charged in the murder of a woman in Hegewisch, and Chicago Symphony Orchestra musical director Riccardo Muti has tested positive for COVID-19.
According to a statement from the CSO he's been testing daily following protocols.
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra held a captivating performance at Symphony Center Thursday night.
Everyone in the audience must be fully vaccinated or show proof of a negative COVID-19 test.
The sweet sounds of pandemic progress were heard Thursday night, as the Chicago Symphony Orchestra held its first live performance in more than a year.
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