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Best Classical from September 9 - November 9

in Chicago

Hans Zimmer at United Center

Hans Zimmer

You might not know the name, or what he looks like, but trust us, you'll know his work. Second only to John Williams, Hans Zimmer is responsible for some of the most iconic themes from the silver screen, lending his legendary composing talent to movies such as Inception, Gladiator, Pirates of The Carribean, The Dark Knight Trilogy, The Lion King, Interstellar and many, many more. The German maestro is back on tour!

Chicago Symphony Orchestra - Lang Lang at Symphony Center Orchestra Hall

Chicago Symphony Orchestra - Lang Lang

Kick off the Chicago Symphony Orchestra's 134th season in unforgettable style with an exclusive, one-night-only performance featuring the extraordinary Lang Lang. Enjoy the red-carpet treatment as you experience the thrill of Saint-Sans' dynamic Second Piano Concerto, starting with echoes of Bach and culminating in the lively tarantella, an energetic Italian folk dance. The program also spotlights Berlioz's spirited Roman Carnival Overture and Stravinsky's mesmerizing Suite from The Firebird, making this an evening of musical brilliance you won't want to miss.

Sonic Symphony at Auditorium Theatre

Sonic Symphony

Attention video gamers and music fans alike! Come and let the orchestra take you on a high-speed journey through over 30 years of iconic music from the Sonic The Hedgehog universe! Sonic Symphony is an all-encompassing immersive experience, with a symphony orchestra performing musical selections spanning the entire three-decade range of the Sonic universe.

Glenn Miller Orchestra at Des Plaines Theatre

Glenn Miller Orchestra

Glenn Miller Orchestra has been consistently touring since forming in 1956, and now is your chance to witness one of the most popular bands in the world as they come to a town near you. The band's unique jazz sound and arrangement make them highly sought after, even more so now that they're bringing a night of nostalgia and swing.

The Piano Guys at Genesee Theater

The Piano Guys

From Bach to Bruno Mars, The Piano Guys have made a name for themselves as one of the decade's foremost blenders of pop, rock, film scores and more with the best of classical music. Known for both their snazzy YouTube channel (over one billion views and counting) and their six chart-topping studio albums, an evening with this multi-talented group is always an unparalleled delight!

Jim Henson's Labyrinth - In Concert at Genesee Theater

Jim Henson's Labyrinth - In Concert

There was a time when we all wished to be stolen by a goblin king wearing impossibly tight trousers, and this year that opportunity has finally come! David Bowie will appear once more on the silver screen, backed by a live band as he serenades you about the babe with the power and magic dances, accompanied by a host of Jim Henson's Creature Shop puppets. Don't forget to practice juggling those iconic crystal balls, you don't want to let the Goblin King down as Labryinth in Concert comes to a city near you!

Buena Vista Social Orchestra at Vic Theater

Buena Vista Social Orchestra

Jesus "Aguaje" Ramos, original trombonist of the legendary Cuban outfit Buena Vista Social Club, leads an ensemble including three fellow original Club members for a tour of North America this fall! Along with pianist Emilio Senon Morales Ruiz, percussionist "Betun" Luis Mariano Valiente Marin and bassist Fabian Garcia, the famed latin-jazz combination from Havana bring you the music that made the world famous BVSC the biggest selling Cuban band in history.

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