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Legendary violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter joins the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and conductor Ken-David Masur for an evening dedicated to the music of John Williams. The program includes the CSO premiere of his Violin Concerto No. 2, written for and performed by Mutter with “astonishing technical control and absolute musical drive” (The Guardian). Also hear highlights from his iconic film scores including selections from the Harry Potter and Star Wars sagas.Due to a recent health concern, from which he is expected to make a full recovery, John Williams is unable to conduct the concert with Anne-Sophie Mutter at Symphony Center on October 22, 2024. At Mr. Williams’ request, Maestro Ken-David Masur has graciously agreed to conduct the concert.
Performers
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Ken-David Masur conductor
Anne-Sophie Mutter violin
Program
Williams Sound the Bells!
Williams Violin Concerto No. 2
Williams Flight to Neverland from Hook
Williams Excerpts from Close Encounters of the Third Kind
Williams The Duel from The Adventures of Tintin
Williams Nice to be Around from Cinderella Liberty
Williams Hedwig's Theme from Harry Potter
Williams Throne Room & End Title from A New Hope (Star Wars Episode IV)
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
220 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60604
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