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Symphony | What’s in a Title?

Friday, 09 June 2023 by CMO
The word maestro has some baggage. For many, the term conjures an image of old-fashioned luxe, of a well-seasoned gentleman whose musical knowledge leaves little room for questioning and whose leadership style tends to the hierarchical, even authoritarian. To be a maestro, in this image, is to belong to a close-knit club, as exclusive as it is
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Broadway World | RPO Names New Assistant Conductor Jherrard Hardeman

Friday, 28 April 2023 by CMO
The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) has announced that Jherrard Hardeman has been named its new Assistant Conductor (The Louise and Henry Epstein Family Education and Community Engagement Chair). Hardeman will also serve as Music Director of the Rochester Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (RPYO). A rising star in the symphonic- and chamber-music worlds, the 25-year-old Hardeman will support the missions of
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Chicago Classical Review | Chicago Sinfonietta marks the month by celebrating women (and Rimsky)

Wednesday, 22 March 2023 by CMO
The Chicago Sinfonietta’s third concert program of the season, titled “Unapologetic,” celebrated women, aligning with March’s Women’s History Month. On Monday night at Symphony Center, music director Mei-Ann Chen led the orchestra in worthy deliveries of three pieces, and also ran the concert as a sort of party host, attentive to whether everyone, audience and
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Positively Naperville | ART TALK – SORRY, NOT SORRY

Thursday, 16 March 2023 by CMO
“She doesn’t have to choose between being gentle or being fierce. Both exist in nature, and both exist in her. That’s ok. She’ll know to nourish them both and when applicable, use each unapologetically.” – S. Maraboli On the heels of its rousing MLK Tribute concert in January, Chicago Sinfonietta (CS) returns to Wentz Concert
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Daily Herald | Chicago Sinfonietta celebrates women with UNAPOLOGETIC on March 18 & 20

Wednesday, 08 March 2023 by CMO
“She doesn’t have to choose between being gentle or being fierce. Both exist in nature, and both exist in her. That’s ok. She’ll know to nourish them both and when applicable, use each unapologetically,” said the author of Life, the Truth, and Being Free, Steve Maraboli. Read more.
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The Classical Station’s interview with Rachel Barton Pine for Preview!

Tuesday, 28 February 2023 by CMO
This week’s Preview! guest, Rachel Barton Pine, is a talented violinist praised for her emotionality and technique. She is also dedicated to wholeheartedly supporting other musicians. The Rachel Barton Pine Foundation, provides financial support to student musicians, access to music essentials in developing countries, and high-quality string instruments to those who otherwise would not have access to
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Texas Public Radio | After 25 years, Rachel Barton Pine continues to champion Black composers

Thursday, 02 February 2023 by CMO
Classical music may occupy the number one spot on violinist Rachel Barton Pine’s personal playlist, but close behind is Chicago blues. And growing up in Chicago — where different kinds of music naturally coalesced — influenced her approach to performance and curation. Read more.
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Orchestrating Change by Canton Symphony Orchestra | Interview with CEO Blake-Anthony Johnson

Friday, 27 January 2023 by CMO
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WBBW’s Courier Pigeon podcast | Interview with CEO Blake-Anthony Johnson

Thursday, 26 January 2023 by CMO
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Positively Naperville | UPDATE 2023 / NORTH CENTRAL COLLEGE FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS

Monday, 09 January 2023 by CMO
North Central College takes pride in its role as a cultural gem in the Chicago area and specifically as a cultural leader right here in Naperville. They view it as part of their responsibility as an institution of higher education to engage the community through entertaining, enlightening, and thought-provoking performances, exhibits and presentations on our
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Join us at TONAL TRANSFORMATION – the final subscription concert for Chicago Sinfonietta’s 2024-25 Season. Maestra Mei-Ann Chen’s program features transformative collaborations of musical styles, instrumentation, and inspiration. Having journeyed this season through music celebrating youth, women, culture, heritage, creativity, emotions, and more, Chicago Sinfonietta pays tribute to those that allow us to transform our artform for the better. Buy tickets today!

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