Sir Georg Solti
Music Director, 1969–1991
Music Director Laureate, 1991–1997
Following his debut with the CSO in 1954, Sir Georg Solti began his fabled tenure as the Orchestra's eighth music director in 1969. Over his 22 year reign, Solti greatly enhanced the CSO's worldwide reputation, leading the first overseas tour to Europe in 1971, along with trips to Australia, Canada, Japan and Russia. His recording legacy is immense, with over 100 recordings with the CSO and 31 Grammy awards across his career.

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Brahms: A German Requiem, Solti (CD)
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Brahms: The Symphonies, Solti (4-CD)
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Handel: Messiah, Arias & Choruses, Solti (CD)
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Stars and Stripes (CD)
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Verdi: Messa da Requiem, Solti (2-CD)
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Wagner: Favorite Overtures, Solti (CD)
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