Reviews
July 09, 2009
Magnificent Bruckner by Graf, Grant Park Orchestra Warms a Chilly Night 
Graf made no concessions to the challenges of al fresco music-making, drawing uncommonly detailed and nuanced playing from the Grant Park musicians in a refined, powerful performance that provided one of the finest events of the summer. more...
July 05, 2009
75 Seasons of Allegro Al Fresco
The Grant Park Music Festival marks a milestone as something of an urban miracle — an open-air concert series that's free and fabulous. more...
July 02, 2009
GPMF Marks 75th Season with Blast from the Past
The evening offered a fascinating snapshot of what was considered standard concert fare three-quarters of a century ago. more...
July 01, 2009
Grant Park Chorus Soars in American Program
It was an enlightening experience to hear the Grant Park Chorus sans symphony, as the singers took the spotlight Tuesday night at the Harris Theater. more...
June 29, 2009
GPMF focuses on America in the 1930s
Grant Park Music Festival tightened the focus on its American lens to look back exclusively on the 1930s more...
June 27, 2009
Kalmar, Grant Park Musicians Give Strong and Eloquent Advocacy to American Music, Circa 1935
At a time when few American conductors seem interested in excavating the vast riches of our musical past, all credit to Carlos Kalmar for his consistent and eloquent dedication to American music, which was shown again Friday night at the Harris Theater. more...
June 22, 2009
Rains Fail to Dampen Fervor of Grant Park's Burnham Premiere
World premiere marks Burnham Plan centennial and Grant Park Music Festival's 75th anniversary more...
June 20, 2009
With Unplanned Weather, Torke’s “Plans” Receives Ardent If Soggy Premiere
“Plans” is an appealing, melodic, and smartly crafted work that deserves a concert life beyond the local interest and ceremonial occasion of its Chicago premiere. more...
