Klaus Makela

National and International Friends

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra is one of the most compelling and dynamic forces in the world of music. It has earned an unparalleled global reputation, inspiring audiences in sold-out concert halls in hundreds of cities in 31 countries on five continents.

We invite you to become a part of this illustrious legacy by joining the National and International Friends of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

Your membership in the National and International Friends of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra gives you unrivaled access to the music and musicians of the CSO, both in Chicago and on tour, through a range of personalized benefits.

Through your commitment to the Chicago Symphony Orchestra as a member of its National and International Friends, you ensure that the CSO remains a preeminent musical ensemble, creating compelling experiences that captivate and inspire audiences at home and abroad.

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