NBC Chicago | Chicago Sinfonietta’s exciting new season and innovative performances

Chicago Sinfonietta president and CEO Blake-Anthony Johnson joins “Chicago Today” to preview upcoming season, discuss their recent move to a new venue and their commitment to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion through unique symphonic experiences. Watch.
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News | Three New Industry Movers and Shakers Join Board of Directors

The Board of Directors of Chicago Sinfonietta today announced the addition of three new Board members, adding to what is already one of the most diverse Boards in the country. Hailing from the financial, healthcare, and automotive sectors, the three new members are all based in the Chicago metropolitan area. Stated Jim Weidner, Board Chair and Genhi
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Press Release | Premier host lineup revealed for Chicago Sinfonietta’s 36th Annual Gala, Soundscape

Chicago Sinfonietta announces a star-studded lineup of hosts for its 36th annual gala, Soundscape. Leading the unforgettable evening will be Actress and Second City Alumna Claudia Michelle Wallace as Emcee, and as Presenters, Emmy-winning and nominated broadcast journalists Hosea Sanders, LeAnn Trotter, Matthew Rodrigues, and Courtney Hall, some of Chicago’s most respected and innovative individuals in their fields. Soundscape Emcee, Claudia Michelle Wallace is
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Chamber Music | Who Defines ‘Excellence’?

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Naperville Community Television | How the Chicago Sinfonietta pioneers diversity, equity, & inclusion

Chicago Sinfonietta (CS) is not just your typical orchestra; it’s a tenured powerhouse and a revered cultural influencer dedicated to championing diversity, equity, and inclusion through the magic of symphonic music. For over three decades, this remarkable ensemble has forged connections within the community, ensuring that classical music becomes a source of unity, inspiration, and
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Broadway World | Chicago Sinfonietta Extends Music Director Mei-Ann Chen’s Contract by Four Years

The Board of the Chicago Sinfonietta has unanimously elected to extend Music Director Mei-Ann Chen’s contract through the 2028-29 season, for another four years. Maestra Chen has served the Chicago area as Music Director of the 36-year-old award-winning cultural leader and powerful champion of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging since 2011. During her tenure as the orchestra’s
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Gramophone | Monthly Guide to North American Ensembles

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News | The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra Announces Appointments to Artistic Team

The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra is pleased to announced changes to its artistic team: the appointment of Antoine T. Clark to Associate Conductor and Shaun Hancher to Sinfonietta Conductor and Conducting Fellow. Read more.  
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Press Release | Chicago Sinfonietta to honor Maria E. Wynne, Immediate Past CEO of Leadership Greater Chicago at its annual gala, Soundscape

Each year, at one of Chicago’s social events of the season, Chicago Sinfonietta (CS) honors an individual who has made an impact on the community in a manner in keeping with the organization’s mission. For over three decades, the CS has championed and inspired others to invest in diversity and inclusivity in the genre of
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The Violin Channel | Peter CottonTale Named as Artist-in-Residence with the Chicago Sinfonietta

The GRAMMY Award-winning producer and composer Peter CottonTale has recently been named as the new Artist-in-Residence with the Chicago Sinfonietta for the 2023/24 season. As part of his residency, CottonTale will act as emcee for three of the ensemble’s subscription concerts and will be actively involved in six of Sinfonietta’s free-to-the-public community program events. Read more.
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