Muti & Sáinz-Villegas

Nov 6-8, 2025
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Overview

Rodrigo’s captivating portrait of the royal palace and gardens near Madrid features guitarist Pablo Sáinz-Villegas, who, in his 2019 CSO appearance, “immediately dusted away the clichés, thanks to the sheen of his tone and the nobility of his rhythms” (Chicago Tribune). Riccardo Muti conducts Brahms’ Fourth Symphony, which blends warmth and poignant anguish with a tempest of a finale.

  • Venue
    Symphony Center
  • Price
    $49.00+ (incl. fees)
  • Length
    2 hours
  • Preconcert Conversation
    Laura Sauer-Shah
Schedule
Program
Stravinsky

Divertimento, Suite from The Fairy’s Kiss

Rodrigo

Concierto de Aranjuez

Brahms

Symphony No. 4

Performers
Conductor
Music Director Emeritus for Life

Extras

Enhance your concert experience.

Preconcert Dining

Explore Symphony Center’s on-site dining options for a seamless preconcert experience. Preorder a Sound Bites meal to enjoy in the Rotunda before the concert — or make a reservation to dine at the Thomas Club, offering a prix fixe menu featuring traditional American fare and a spectacular view of Lake Michigan. View menus and learn more »


Preconcert Conversation

Explore the music in a free preconcert conversation featuring Laura Sauer-Shah in Orchestra Hall 75 minutes before the performance. The talk will last approximately 30 minutes. No additional tickets are needed.


CSO Latino Alliance Reception

On Thursday, November 6 the CSO Latino Alliance will host a networking reception. Tickets required for entry. Learn more about the event at CSO Latino Alliance »

Sponsors & Partners

These performances are made possible by the Juli Plant Grainger Fund for Artistic Excellence.


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