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Passing the Baton

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra and the Music Directors Who Shaped Its Greatness

Longtime CSO program annotator Phillip Huscher traces the Orchestra's remarkable history through the music directors who helped build, challenge and transform it — from its founding years to the modern eras of Sir Georg Solti, Riccardo Muti and beyond.

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Klaus Mäkelä

Experience acclaimed recordings from Klaus Mäkelä, featuring performances with the Oslo Philharmonic and Orchestre de Paris on Decca Classics. Shop selections ranging from Stravinsky and Shostakovich to other highlights from his growing discography.

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Pristine Classical

Using cutting-edge digital technology, Pristine Classical brings historic recordings back to life. Its growing discography of CSO recordings includes rare performances led by Frederick Stock, Désiré Defauw and Leopold Stokowski, as well as exceptional concerto recordings featuring Erica Morini and Mischa Elman.

Available now: Frederick Stock and the CSO, Vol. 6 — featuring Wagner’s Forest Murmurs from Siegfried, a selection from Strauss’ Aus Italien and Chausson’s Symphony in B-flat Major.

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The Blacknificent 7

Formed in 2020, the Blacknificent 7 is a dynamic network of trailblazing Black composers, whose December 2023 Symphony Center debut was met with critical acclaim. Shop a vibrant collection of B7 merchandise exclusively at the Symphony Store. A portion of the proceeds from Blacknificent 7 merchandise sales benefits programs supporting the next generation of underrepresented composers.

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CSO Resound

Live recordings from the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, on its own label.

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