Chicago is blessed to have a wonderful symphony that has had some great conductors over the years. It is even luckier that we get to enjoy it all year round, in the summer, the CSO is at Ravinia and the rest of the year, plays at Symphony Hall. A lot of people think they don't like classical music, but there is so much more at the CSO. I have taken many non-classical friends to jazz at the CSO. One of my favorite events every year is the Free Day of Music where the entire hall is filled with a variety of musical acts (including kids programs and sing-alongs, folk music, jazz, classical, and more). The Free Day of Music has been sponsored by Marshall Field's, which has been bought out by Macy's, so I am hoping that it won't disappear. It's a wonderful way for Chicagoans and visitors to discover the magic on Michigan Avenue. The Symphony also has a great gift shop with musically themed gifts and CDs, as well as a great restaurant and bar.
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