by Carlo Diaz | Oct 13, 2016 | News, Uncategorized
Two of Chicago’s premiere classical music presenters have merged under one flagship banner! International Music Foundation Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts – Rush Hour Concerts Summer Series Do-It-Yourself Messiah – Make Music Chicago Live...
by Carlo Diaz | Sep 12, 2016 | News, Uncategorized
It is gratifying to look back on a full summer of music, as the 17th season of Rush Hour Concerts comes to a close. Highlights of the season include Augustin Hadelich and Kuang-Hao Huang’s Make Music Chicago recital, Schumann’s breathtaking Piano Quintet...
by Carlo Diaz | Jul 6, 2016 | News, Uncategorized
Summer Concert Series The Summer Concert Series opened June 7, with Leos Janacek’s grippingly intense String Quartet #2, “Intimate Letters.” Janacek’s vivid harmonies and captivating story line set the stage for our return to his music on July 26 and August 9, in Rush...
by Carlo Diaz | Feb 4, 2016 | Dame Myra Hess Stories
A conversation with Cathy Basrak, Assistant Principal Viola, Boston Symphony Orchestra; Principal Viola, Boston Pops Orchestra / Anne Stoneman chair, endowed in perpetuity Every young musician wants the opportunity to perform and share stories. My memory of the Hess...
by Carlo Diaz | Apr 29, 2015 | Dame Myra Hess Stories
Renowned cellist Amit Peled spoke with the International Music Foundation on April 25, 2015 He shared some wonderful stories about his experience with the Hess series and the thrill of playing Pablo Casals’ Gofriller cello. What is so beautiful about my experience...
