Symphony Center Orchestra Concert, Lutosławski’s Concerto for Orchestra + More

Let's attend the Third Civic Orchestra concert at Symphony Center. The 100+ musician, Civic Orchestra of Chicago will play Lutosławski’s Concerto for Orchestra, Elgar’s In the South and Reena Esmail’s evocative Black Iri.

If you have not experienced a fantastic, LIVE orchestra concert at the historic and elegant Symphony Center, this is your chance !

PLAN AHEAD ON YOUR TRANSPORTATION. Type: "Symphony Center" in Google Maps. Remember to add extra time for CTA and other delays. Arrive at or before 7:00 pm.

We will meet at the Symphony Center Box Office off Michigan Avenue. I will be standing inside, near the Michigan street windows across from the box office.

As you enter the Symphony Center Lobby, look to the right. The Box Office is at the north end of the lobby.

Again, arrive at or before 7:00 pm. We will enter the concert hall at 7:15 pm. The concert begins at 7:30 pm SHARP ! All cell phones must be silenced during the entire performance, 7:30-9:30 pm. If you are late, you may not not be able to join the group until after the performance. You can enter between movements - I recommend it !
We will be seated on the right side of the first balcony. The first balcony is on the third floor, up the steps to the right, after the usher scans your ticket. Ask any usher: "I'm looking for the first balcony, right side".

My cell is 847-868-0927. My cell will be silenced 7:30-9:30 pm. If you are running late, text me and I will try to guide you to the group.
Program Description

Alpesh Chauhan makes his Civic Orchestra debut conducting Elgar’s In the South — a sun-drenched tribute to the glories of ancient Rome. Premiered in 2018 at Wentz Concert Hall, Reena Esmail’s evocative Black Iris is named after Georgia O’Keeffe’s famous painting and inspired by the #MeToo movement. The program concludes with the irrepressible sweep and invention of Lutosławski’s Concerto for Orchestra.

Ticket Information: Tickets are $5, for this concert and are purchased
at the Box Office. There are no assigned seats. Seating is general admission.

The concert:
Esmail Black Iris
Elgar In the South
Lutosławski Concerto for Orchestra

Performers:
Civic Orchestra of Chicago

The Orchestra Conductor:
Alpesh Chauhan

Dress is casual to business casual. My advice: dress in warm, comfortable clothes.

🙌 It’s a multi-meetup event so expect a lively group!