Ben Folds & the CSO | Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Overview

Emmy-award nominated composer, singer-songwriter, and pianist Ben Folds joins the Chicago Symphony Orchestra for a night of exceptional performances. Widely regarded as one of the major musical influences of our generation, Folds’ enormous body of genre-bending music includes pop albums with Ben Folds Five, multiple solo albums, and numerous collaborative records.

Venue
Symphony Center
Price Range
$99-$399

Schedule

Performers

Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Ben Folds

Piano and vocals

Steven Reineke

Conductor

Sponsors & Partners

The appearance of Ben Folds is made possible in part by The Raymond and Eloise Niwa Endowment Fund.

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