Celebrate the 2026/27 Season in grand fashion, with a voyage to the opulent Babylon of Walton’s dramatic cantata, Belshazzar’s Feast.
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Stravinsky Petrushka
Walton Belshazzar’s Feast
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Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Klaus Mäkelä conductor
Thomas Hampson baritone
Chicago Symphony Chorus
Donald Palumbo chorus director
Celebrate the 2026/27 Season in grand fashion as Klaus Mäkelä leads a musical journey to the opulent Babylon of Walton’s Belshazzar’s Feast. The great baritone Thomas Hampson joins the CSO for this dramatic cantata, which Walton fills with lavish orchestral colors, mighty choruses and hints of jazz. The musical celebration begins with Stravinsky’s dazzling tale of puppets springing to life amid a fantastical Russian carnival. Don’t miss the chance to walk the red carpet and toast the launch of an exciting new season.
