Chicago Symphony Orchestra

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO), based in Chicago, was formed by Theodore Thomas in 1891. The Symphony makes its home at Orchestra Hall in Chicago and plays a summer season at the Ravinia Festival. The music director is Riccardo Muti, who began his tenure in 2010. The CSO is one of five American orchestras commonly referred to as the "Big Five". The Symphony makes its home at Orchestra Hall in Chicago and plays a summer season at the Ravinia Festival.

Chicago Symphony Orchestra

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO), based in Chicago, was formed by Theodore Thomas in 1891. The Symphony makes its home at Orchestra Hall in Chicago and plays a summer season at the Ravinia Festival. The music director is Riccardo Muti, who began his tenure in 2010. The CSO is one of five American orchestras commonly referred to as the "Big Five". The Symphony makes its home at Orchestra Hall in Chicago and plays a summer season at the Ravinia Festival.