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CSO Latino Alliance Newsletter

September 2024

Nuestras Noches 24|25 Season

In this month’s newsletter:

  • Get your tickets for the inaugural event of the 2024/25 Season on September 19!
  • Subscribe to the 2024/25 Latino Alliance season
  • Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
  • RSVP for a free community open rehearsal 
  • From our friends at Ravinia: save 20% on tickets to Fiesta Ravinia on September 15
  • Special Latino Alliance pricing
  • Stay connected

The inaugural event of the 2024/25 Season

Celebrating Andrés Orozco-Estrada

Celebrating Andrés Orozco-Estrada

Thursday, September 19

7:30 Concert: Orozco-Estrada Conducts Romeo and Juliet

9:30 Event: Celebrating Andrés Orozco-Estrada

Celebrate Colombian-born conductor Andrés Orozco-Estrada in the first event of the season. Embark on a musical journey with Orozco-Estrada and the CSO from the streets of Bernstein’s New York to Tchaikovsky’s fantasy on Shakespearean Verona and the Argentine Pampas region.

Directly following the Thursday, September 19 performance, join the Latino Alliance in Grainger Ballroom for networking, fresh-baked alfajores and a meet-and-greet with Orozco-Estrada.

Specially priced concert tickets start at $40 using promo code LASEASON. A separate ticket to attend the Latino Alliance reception is free and required for entry. 

The event is less than a week away — order your tickets today!

You will be prompted to add the free reception ticket after selecting your seats for the concert. Both a concert ticket and reception ticket are required for entry. For questions or assistance, contact Patron Services.

Experience CSO Article

Andrés Orozco-Estrada has followed a career path of pursuing challenges

YouTube: Orozco-Estrada Conducts Romeo and Juliet

Trailer: Orozco-Estrada Conducts Romeo and Juliet


Subscribe to the 2024/25 Latino Alliance Season

The CSO Latino Alliance’s 2024/25 season is the most exhilarating yet, marking its 11th anniversary with 14 captivating concerts across classical, jazz, baroque, bolero and beyond. The season includes extraordinary performances by artists such as Lila Downs, Esteban Batallán, Eliane Elias and Trío Remembranza.

Two events, the festive Noche navideña and an engaging CSO for Kids concert, are perfect opportunities for the whole family to create lasting memories. Plus, Nuestras noches networking receptions are the perfect chance to mingle and connect with fellow music enthusiasts and support Latino artists.

The best way to join us for the season ahead is to subscribe. Choose three or more concerts to secure your seats early at special Latino Alliance pricing, plus enjoy access to additional subscriber benefits. For more information or to become a member, visit cso.org/latinoalliance today.

Join us for this extraordinary season of music and community!


Hispanic Heritage Month 2024

Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month, which begins September 15 and runs through October 15, honors the contributions and influence of Hispanic and Latino Americans to the history, culture and achievements of the United States. To celebrate the occasion, members of the CSO Latino Alliance offer playlists of related recordings, some featuring CSO and SCP artists. In addition, read features about Latino composers and guest artists appearing at Symphony Center this season.

Experience CSO Playlist

Rhythms: From traditional to Latin pop for Hispanic Heritage Month

Check out Latino Alliance Chair Emeritus Ramiro J. Atristaín-Carrión’s playlist for Hispanic Heritage Month!


Free community open rehearsal 

Did you know that the opportunity to attend community open rehearsals is a benefit of Latino Alliance membership? Reserve your tickets for this exclusive opportunity today!

Tchaikovsky 4 Rehearsal
Wednesday, September 25, 1:30–3:30 p.m.

Performers
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider, conductor
Antoine Tamestit, viola

Program
Vaughn Williams Overture to The Wasps
Walton Viola Concerto
Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 4

RSVP for a free ticket to the open rehearsal.

Orders are filled on a first come, first served basis, and will be confirmed via email.

Orders that exceed capacity for the event will be placed on a waiting list.

Seating is General Admission by section. We are not able to accommodate specific seating requests.


From our friends at Ravinia: Save 20% on tickets to Fiesta Ravinia

Fiesta Ravinia: Julieta Vengegas + La Santa Cecilia

Sunday, September 15, 6:30 PM | 201 Ravinia Park Rd., Highland Park

The annual Fiesta Ravinia is back to close the 2024 summer season with a daylong celebration of Mexican culture. Family performances and activities are available throughout the park, and Julieta Venegas and La Santa Cecilia make Ravinia debuts as featured guest artists at the Pavilion.

Save 20% on tickets with promo code SEPTEMBER24 when purchasing reserved seats, only at ravinia.org.

While supplies last. Orders are subject to a transaction fee. Offer may not be applied to previously purchased tickets or combined with other offers. Onsite parking, food, beverages and chair rentals are sold separately.


Special Latino Alliance pricing

Use your Latino Alliance member ticket benefit to enjoy an upcoming concert!

As a member of the CSO Latino Alliance, you have access to specially priced tickets for $40 or less to many concerts throughout the season using promo code LA. Learn more at cso.org/latinoalliance.

Tchaikovsky 4
Thursday, September 26, 7:30 PM
Friday, September 27, 1:30 PM
Saturday, September 28, 7:30 PM

Alsop & Vondráček
Thursday, October 10, 7:30 PM
Friday, October 11, 1:30 PM

Mozart Coronation Mass
Thursday, October 17, 7:30 PM
Friday, October 18, 7:30 PM
Saturday, October 19, 7:30 PM

Don Quixote
Thursday, October 24, 7:30 PM
Friday, October 25, 1:30 PM
Saturday, October 26, 7:30 PM


Stay connected

Did you see that the CSO Latino Alliance is now on Instagram and LinkedIn? Follow us today!

Follow the CSO Latino Alliance Facebook page to stay up to date at @CSOLatinoAlliance.

For more information and to find out how to get involved, email Alyssa Greenberg, Audience Engagement Manager, at greenberga@cso.org.

Forward this newsletter to someone who might be interested in joining the Latino Alliance! Membership is free, and members enjoy access to exclusive special events and ticket offers.


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