Jeff Alexander

Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association Receives $50 Million Gift From The Zell Family Foundation

At a meeting of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association (CSOA) Board of Trustees and members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) it was announced that the CSOA is the recipient of a $50 million gift from Helen and Sam Zell on behalf of the Zell Family Foundation (ZFF).

WFMT to Present Chicago Symphony Orchestra's CONCERT FOR CHICAGO Live From Millennium Park

Chicago's classical music radio station WFMT will present CONCERT FOR CHICAGO - a live performance by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) from Millennium Park's Jay Pritzker Pavilion - on 98.7WFMT, wfmt.com, and the WFMT app on Tuesday, June 27 at 6:30 pm. WFMT's Dave Schwan and Robbie Ellis will co-host the program.

RSC Announce Full Casting for Gregory Doran's CYMBELINE

The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) has announced full casting for the upcoming production of Cymbeline, directed by RSC Artistic Director Emeritus Gregory Doran, which will run in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre from Saturday 22 April to Saturday 27 May 2023.

THE CHEVALIER Brings Life & Music Of 18th Century Black Composer To The Stage February 18-20

In partnership with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association, the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts and Concert Theater Works, Music of the Baroque presents the Midwest premiere of “The Chevalier,” a new concert theater work written and directed by Bill Barclay.

Music Of The Baroque Presents The Midwest Premiere Of THE CHEVALIER A Play With Music

In partnership with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association, the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts and Concert Theater Works, Music of the Baroque presents the Midwest premiere of “The Chevalier,” a new concert theater work written and directed by Bill Barclay.

Chicagoland Performing Arts Venues and Producers Announce Vaccination and Mask Requirements for Audiences

The League of Chicago Theatres shared today that a growing coalition of more than 65 performing arts venues and producers across Chicagoland have agreed upon Covid-19 Vaccination and Mask Requirements for audiences through the end of 2021.

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association Announces $4.4 Million Deficit For 2020 Fiscal Year

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association has announced a $4.4 million operating deficit for the fiscal year 2020.

Chicago Symphony Orchestra Cancels Performances Through December 23

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association (CSOA) announces that CSOA-presented 2020/21 season programs originally scheduled to take place beginning September 17 through December 23, 2020, have been canceled.

London Philharmonic Orchestra Announces The Appointment Of Cristina Rocca As Artistic Director

The London Philharmonic Orchestra today announced the appointment of Cristina Rocca as its Artistic Director from November 2020.

Chicago Symphony Orchestra is Considering a Downsized Reopening With Socially-Distanced Musicians and Audience

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra is weighing its options for a return to live performances, which may only include half of the orchestra on stage.

Chicago Symphony Orchestra Takes Pay Cuts Due to the Health Crisis

According to the Chicago Reader, The Chicago Symphony Orchestra's musicians, chorus, board, and staff have all agreed to salary cuts.

League Announces 73rd National Conference In Chicago

The League of American Orchestras' 73rd National Conference in Chicago, June 13-15, 2018, will offer a particular focus on the voices of musicians-many Chicago-based-both in performance and as session speakers.

Ravina Announces 2017 Summer Season

James Levine, Christoph Eschenbach, Gustavo Dudamel, Susanna Malkki, Kent Nagano, a "virtual" Esa-Pekka Salonen, and three conductors making Chicago Symphony Orchestra debuts take the podium. 

Principal Trumpet Christopher Martin Leaves Chicago Symphony After 11 Years for NY Philharmonic

Christopher Martin, principal trumpet of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra for 11 years, has resigned his position with the Orchestra, effective February 15, 2017, in order to accept the position of principal trumpet of the New York Philharmonic.  

Chicago Symphony Orchestra To Embark On Sixth European Tour, 1/13-27

Music Director Riccardo Muti and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) embark on their sixth trip to Europe together in January 2017, marking the Orchestra's 33rd tour to Europe and the 60th international tour in its distinguished history.

Chicago Symphony Orchestra Announces Two New Violinists

CHICAGO—Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) Zell Music Director Riccardo Muti and CSO Association (CSOA) President Jeff Alexander announce the appointment of two new viola section members: Sunghee Choi and Youming Chen.

Chicago Symphony Orchestra to Extend Creative Consultant Contract with Yo-Yo Ma

(CHICAGO)—Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) Zell Music Director Riccardo Muti and Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association (CSOA) President Jeff Alexander announce a two-year contract extension for world-renowned cellist and educator, Yo-Yo Ma, who has served as the organization's Judson and Joyce Green Creative Consultant since the position was established in 2010.

Chicago Symphony Orchestra Names Stefán Ragnar Höskuldsson as New Principal Flute

CHICAGO—Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) Music Director Riccardo Muti and CSO Association President Jeff Alexander announce the appointment of Stefán Ragnar Höskuldsson as the new Principal Flute of the CSO, effective May 30, 2016.

Chicago Symphony Orchestra & CSO Association Ratify New Three-Year Contract

(CHICAGO)—The musicians of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO)—members of the Chicago Federation of Musicians (CFM), Local 10-208 of the American Federation of Musicians—and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association (CSOA) announce the ratification of a new three-year collective bargaining agreement, effective September 14, 2015, through September 16, 2018.  

Chicago Symphony Orchestra Appoints Keith Buncke as New Principal Bassoon

CHICAGO—Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) Zell Music Director Riccardo Muti and President Jeff Alexander announce the appointment of Keith Buncke as the new Principal Bassoon of the CSO, effective July 6, 2015.