Classical, Music, Reviews

Review: Haskell Small Performs His Celebration of Healing Concert in Epiphany Center’s Golden Hour Series

In 2021 pianist and composer Haskell Small had a stroke that debilitated the left side of his body. From the beginning of his convalescence, Small was determined not to allow […]

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Classical, Festivals, Music, Previews

Preview: Impromptu Fest Returns with an Expanded Format

After a one-year hiatus, Chicago’s Impromptu Fest returns in an expanded format spread over five days, beginning this Tuesday, September 12. Hosted by New Music Chicago, Impromptu Fest 2023 provides […]

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Classical, Music, Previews

Preview: Ian Maksin to Host Cello for Peace, a Concert Benefiting Humanitarian Efforts in Ukraine This Saturday

Russian-born American cellist Ian Maksin will be joining Ukrainian pianist and vocalist Sofi Fraser and other friends in Cello for Peace, a concert to support humanitarian efforts in Ukraine. In […]

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Classical, Music, Previews

Preview: Picosa to Offer Wide Variety in Sunday Concert

Chicago-based sextet Picosa will be performing a wide-ranging program this Sunday at the Epiphany Center of the Arts. Headed by flutist Jennie Oh Brown, Picosa’s unusual lineup of flute, clarinetist […]

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Classical, Music, Previews

Preview: New Music Chicago to Celebrate 15 Years with Virtual, Live Concerts

New Music Chicago will be celebrating their 15th anniversary with Anniversary Bash, including two live, virtual concerts broadcast from the new Epiphany Center for the Arts in Chicago this Saturday […]

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